Publications by authors named "Andrew Falzon"

Article Synopsis
  • MMAE (middle meningeal artery embolization) is being investigated as an effective treatment for chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH), focusing on its efficiency based on the cause and structure of cSDH.
  • A study with 52 patients treated with MMAE analyzed pre- and post-treatment cSDH thickness and volume using CT imaging, comparing both spontaneous and traumatic cases.
  • Results showed a significant reduction in cSDH thickness and volume for both groups, with spontaneous cases showing more improvement at 6-12 months, suggesting long-term follow-up may be crucial for traumatic cases.
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Coil migration poses a significant intraprocedural risk during coil embolization in interventional neuroradiology procedures. In this technical video we describe the technique of removal of errand coils using the low profile Tigertriever-13 device.1 Traditional methods of errant coil retrieval rely on the use of stent retrievers;2 however, these devices are usually too large to fit through smaller inner diameter 0.

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Background: Ultrasound has been increasingly used to guide femoral arterial access for neuroendovascular procedures. Its effect on the safety outcomes has yet to be established.

Purpose: The purpose is to determine the effect of ultrasound-guided punctures on femoral access site complications (ASC), and to identify other potential predictors of ASC.

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Although rare, cerebral arterial fenestration may present challenges in diagnosis and treatment. Here we present a case of a supraclinoid internal carotid artery (ICA) fenestration adjacent to an ICA aneurysm, successfully treated with balloon-assisted coil embolization. A female in her 50's presented with an acute subarachnoid hemorrhage from a ruptured left ICA-ophthalmic artery (OA) aneurysm.

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Cavernous sinus dural arteriovenous fistula can cause cerebral edema and hemorrhage due to cortical venous reflux and congestion. Understanding complex venous reflux and drainage routes is crucial for treatment planning. Here, we present a case of a cavernous sinus dural arteriovenous fistula with cortical venous reflux via two separate terminations of the telencephalic veins caused by an aplastic basal vein of Rosenthal.

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Objective: While the number of overdoses in the United States continues to increase, lags in data availability have undermined efforts to monitor, respond to, and prevent drug overdose deaths. We examined the performance of a single-item mandatory radio button implemented into a statewide medical examiner database to identify suspected drug overdose deaths in near-real time.

Materials And Methods: The New Jersey Office of the Chief State Medical Examiner operates a statewide mandated case management data system to document deaths that fall under the jurisdiction of a medical examiner office.

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Context.—: Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects over 1% of the population worldwide. Developing effective preventions and treatments for autism will depend on understanding the neuropathology of the disorder.

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  • The text summarizes a collection of peer-reviewed abstracts from Check Sample exercises published in 2008.
  • These exercises support laboratory professionals in their ongoing medical education across various fields such as clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology.
  • Annual abstracts for all exercises from this program will be featured in the American Journal of Clinical Pathology (AJCP).
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