Publications by authors named "Bruno Diaz-Llanes"
Background: Microsurgery is crucial in neurosurgery, requiring precise skills for interventions on delicate structures. Effective training is essential for developing these skills. In Peru and Latin America, however, there is a notable shortage of specialized training centers and high costs associated with foreign simulators, hindering the development of neurosurgical skills.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis study aims to systematically review case reports and case series in order to compare the postoperative course of conservative, endovascular and surgical treatments for traumatic dural arteriovenous fistulas predominantly supplied by the middle meningeal artery (MMAVFs), which usually occur following head trauma or iatrogenic causes. We conducted a comprehensive search of PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar until June 23rd, 2024. Three cohorts were defined based on the treatment modality employed.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Transsphenoidal surgery has become a key element in the approach to skull base pathologies. The objective of the study was to explore the morphometry of the sphenoidal region in the Peruvian population, with an emphasis on understanding its specific anatomical characteristics and providing quantitative data for the planning of transsphenoidal surgery.
Methods: A cross-sectional study included a random sample of 81 cases of healthy individuals who presented to the Radiology Department of a Private Hospital Center in Peru over 1 year.
Article Synopsis
- The foramen magnum, located at the base of the skull, is important for understanding certain medical conditions and improving surgical techniques, especially in the context of Peruvian ancestry.* -
- The research involved measuring the foramen magnum on 17 skulls from Peru, using standard anthropometric methods to gather data on its dimensions.* -
- The study found that the average size of the foramen magnum in Peruvians differs from previous studies, suggesting unique anatomical features that could inform better diagnostic and treatment approaches in healthcare.*
This cross-sectional study analyzed the association between poor quality of sleep and adherence to highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) in 389 Peruvian patients with HIV/AIDS. Poor quality of sleep was measured with the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and adherence with the CEAT-VIH (Peruvian adaptation). A Poisson generalized linear model with robust standard errors was used to estimate prevalence ratios and 95%CI.
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