World Neurosurg
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To present a unique case of a brainstem Curvularia fungal infection and review the diagnosis and management of this rare phenomenon. ⋯ This is the first reported case of a brainstem Curvularia infection. This case highlights the importance of an aggressive surgical and antibiotic therapy in the treatment of central nervous system Curvularia infections. There appears to be a strong relationship between heavy marijuana use and Curvularia infection, producing lung granulomas that may extend to other organs such as the central nervous system of immunocompetent patients.
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To evaluate the quality of information available on the Internet to patients with a cervical pathology undergoing elective cervical spine surgery. ⋯ This study shows that the search for medical information on the Internet is time-consuming and often disappointing. The Internet is a potentially misleading source of information. Surgeons and professional societies must use the Internet as an ally in providing optimal information to patients.