World Neurosurg
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Glioma is the most common malignant brain tumor in neurosurgery. Bevacizumab (BEV) is a monoclonal antibody that inhibits tumors by inhibiting vascular endothelial growth factor and reducing tumor angiogenesis. To evaluate the efficacy and safety of BEV combined with temozolomide (TMZ) in glioma, we performed a meta-analysis. ⋯ The combination of TMZ and BEV can improve PFS as well as overall response rate in patients and has no benefit on OS. At the same time, the adverse reactions during the combination of the 2 drugs were acceptable.
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This case report describes an 84-year-old female patient with a growing chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) that showed an enhanced subdural hyperintense band on magnetic resonance diffusion-weighted imaging over time, indicating that it reflects fresh bleeding from the outer membrane covering the hematoma. The presence of subdural hyperintense band on magnetic resonance diffusion-weighted imaging of CSDH, possibly reflecting hemorrhagic diathesis of the outer membrane, might be a predictor of enlargement of CSDH.
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There has been an increased focus on patient involvement in health care worldwide, with studies showing that involving patients in their treatment and care is associated with positive outcomes. However, there is a dearth of knowledge about inpatient preferences and experiences of involvement in neurosurgery in Scandinavian countries. This study aimed to identify inpatients' preferences regarding their involvement in their treatment and the extent to which they experienced being involved in their treatment and care during admission. ⋯ The patients mostly preferred shared decision-making about their treatment during hospitalization and generally reported high involvement in their treatment and care. The results showed a desire for improved information sharing and dialog among healthcare professionals, patients, and relatives.
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This study aimed to investigate the immunologic profile of chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) subtypes based on their radiologic appearances, with a focus on comparing the membranous CSDH to other subtypes. ⋯ This study demonstrates that CSDH subtypes, particularly the "Membranous" subtype, possess a distinct immunologic profile. These findings provide novel insights into CSDH pathophysiology. The unique inflammatory landscape of "Membranous" CSDH, marked by elevated matrix metallopeptidase 9 and IL-8 levels, may contribute to its chronic nature.
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The twisting motion associated with the golf swing puts the intervertebral discs and the paraspinal musculature under stress. The objective of this study was to characterize the spinal and paraspinal injuries associated with golf and their outcomes. ⋯ Golf-associated paraspinal injuries are more common than neurological injuries, necessitating study into their mechanisms and onset.