Suboccipital decompressive craniectomy in a case of complex Chiari malformation complicated with influenza A (H1N1) necrotizing encephalopathy
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DOI: 10.1007/s00381-020-04659-7
Abstract: Dear Editor: In response to your September 2019 issue that highlighted decompressive craniectomy, we will present an unusual case of “complex Chiari malformation” complicated with necrotizing encephalopathy caused by a novel influenza A (H1N1) virus.… read more here.
Keywords: craniectomy; necrotizing encephalopathy; complex chiari; decompressive craniectomy ... See more keywords
Decompressive craniectomy, ICP monitoring and secondary necrosectomy as treatment options in patients presenting with malignant ischemic infarctions extending beyond the middle cerebral artery territory
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DOI: 10.1007/s00701-017-3331-9
Abstract: The term “malignant” is commonly used for large spaceoccupying middle cerebral artery (MCA) infarcts. They comprise 1–10% of all supratentorial strokes, may be more common in females and typically present at a younger age compared… read more here.
Keywords: mca; cerebral artery; middle cerebral; decompressive craniectomy ... See more keywords
Decompressive craniectomy in malignant MCA infarction in times of mechanical thrombectomy
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DOI: 10.1007/s00701-019-04180-0
Abstract: Mechanical thrombectomies (MT) in stroke have changed the standard treatment regimen with a continuous increase of MTs during the last years. A subsequent reduction in the rates of decompressive craniectomies (DC) as well as a… read more here.
Keywords: craniectomy malignant; infarction times; mca infarction; infarction ... See more keywords
Resection of swollen temporal muscles in patients with intractable intracranial hypertension after decompressive craniectomy
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DOI: 10.1007/s00701-021-04718-1
Abstract: Decompressive craniectomy is employed as treatment for traumatic brain swelling in selected patients. We discussed the effect of temporal muscle resection in patients with intractable intracranial hypertension and temporal muscle swelling after craniectomy. Records of… read more here.
Keywords: craniectomy; muscle; temporal muscle; decompressive craniectomy ... See more keywords
Syndrome of trephined: an underreported complication following decompressive craniectomy
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DOI: 10.1007/s10143-020-01437-6
Abstract: To the editor: Recently, we read the study of Di Rienzo et al. [4], who analyzed potential factors involved in the sinking flap syndrome development and classified the syndrome into 3 subtypes, investigating the risk… read more here.
Keywords: study; flap syndrome; syndrome trephined; decompressive craniectomy ... See more keywords
Decompressive craniectomy protects against hippocampal edema and behavioral deficits at an early stage of a moderately controlled cortical impact brain injury model in adult male rats
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DOI: 10.1016/j.bbr.2018.02.010
Abstract: HighlightsDC could attenuate TBI‐induced learning and memory deficits.DC could normalize MMP‐9 expression levels and reduce hippocampus edema formation after TBI.DC could stabilize expression of Synapsin I and potentially maintain hippocampal synaptic function after TBI.The reduction… read more here.
Keywords: injury; brain; decompressive craniectomy; early stage ... See more keywords
Determinants of reoperation after decompressive craniectomy in patients with traumatic brain injury: A comparative study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2019.03.030
Abstract: OBJECTIVES Reoperation after decompressive craniectomy (DC) in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) remains a dilemma and the risk factors are to be identified. The aim of the current study was to determine the determinants… read more here.
Keywords: reoperation decompressive; patients traumatic; craniectomy patients; study ... See more keywords
Contralateral subdural effusion after decompressive craniectomy: What is the optimal treatment?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2021.106950
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Contralateral subdural effusion after decompressive craniectomy (CSEDC) is rare, and the optimal treatment is not determined. We present 11 cases of CSEDC and give an overview of the English literature pertaining to this disease.… read more here.
Keywords: decompressive craniectomy; treatment; subdural effusion; effusion decompressive ... See more keywords
Mild induced hypothermia for patients with severe traumatic brain injury after decompressive craniectomy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrc.2016.12.012
Abstract: Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of mild induced hypothermia for intracranial hypertension in patients with traumatic brain injury after decompressive craniectomy. Methods: A total of 60 adults with intracranial pressure (ICP) of more… read more here.
Keywords: craniectomy; mild induced; induced hypothermia; decompressive craniectomy ... See more keywords
The current role of decompressive craniectomy for severe traumatic brain injury
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2017.04.032
Abstract: There is little doubt that decompressive craniectomy can reduce mortality however, the results of a recent study has provided more evidence to inform the debate regarding clinical and ethical concerns that it merely converts death… read more here.
Keywords: traumatic brain; craniectomy; severe traumatic; decompressive craniectomy ... See more keywords
Using titanium mesh to replace the bone flap during decompressive craniectomy: A medical hypothesis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mehy.2019.109257
Abstract: Decompressive craniectomy (DC) plays a significant role in treating refractory intracranial hypertension. During this surgical procedure, part of the skull is removed and the underlying dura mater is open, which can effectively release intracranial pressure.… read more here.
Keywords: bone flap; decompressive craniectomy; bone; titanium mesh ... See more keywords