Publications by authors named "Chase DeLong"
Article Synopsis
- Robotic technology in neurosurgery has progressed significantly over the last 30 years, enhancing the precision and safety of neuro-oncological surgeries through systems like the Robotic Surgical Assistant (ROSA).
- A study reviewed records of 348 patients who underwent procedures using ROSA, focusing on biopsy and laser interstitial thermal therapy, with results showing a high diagnostic yield of 98.6% and minimal complications.
- The research highlighted that complications were rare, with only 2 patients experiencing issues that resolved, and no permanent deficits were observed during an average follow-up period of 4.4 months.
Background: Brain metastases from esophageal cancer (BMEC) are rare and aggressive, with limited literature on optimal treatment modalities and a standard of care yet to be established. The objective of this study was to systematically review existing literature and perform a retrospective analysis of our institution's patients to evaluate the influence of different treatment modalities on patient outcomes.
Methods: A systematic review of the literature following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis (PRISMA) guidelines and a retrospective review of our institutional experience with BMEC were both conducted.
Article Synopsis
- - Vertebral osteomyelitis/discitis is a rare but serious infection that can occur after spinal surgery, usually treated first with targeted antibiotics.
- - Surgical options are typically considered only if antibiotics fail or if there's severe tissue damage or abscesses, but clear guidelines for procedures like ALIF, PLIF, or DLIF are lacking.
- - This case highlights the decision for a direct lateral approach for persistent osteomyelitis/discitis, discussing its successful outcomes and the importance of using intraoperative neuromonitoring during infection cases.