Publications by authors named "F Gelbert"

Language is a primary factor in comprehending the functional organization of the brain. Starting with the static anatomoclinical model, followed by the limited aphasiological model, functional imaging techniques have allowed a more dynamic approach that adds complexity to the study of the interaction between brain and language, and bespeak the influence of parameters such as age, sex, motivation, and stress.

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Background: The external ear is the second most common site for extracranial arteriovenous malformation in the head and neck.

Methods: This retrospective review of 41 patients with auricular arteriovenous malformation was based on medical records, imaging studies, and photographs. Data were collected on natural history, progression, and outcome; patients were questioned about quality of life after treatment.

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We point out the interest of computed tomographic reconstructions from spiral acquisition--particularly sagittal reconstructions--in the study of middle ear anatomy and adjacent structures: the facial canal and the chorda tympani. The reference reconstructions are axial and coronal reconstructions. So, we demonstrate the superiority of sagittal reconstructions for the visualization of the lateral process of the malleus, the body and long process of the incus, the third portion of the facial canal, and the chorda tympani.

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Labial venous malformations are relatively common. Depending on their size, they are responsible for functional and cosmetic handicap. When treatment is indicated, it will be based on percutaneous sclerotherapy, using Ethibloc or Aetoxysclerol, with surgery in some patients.

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Objective: The aim of this study was to analyze the natural history of arteriovenous malformations by reviewing 200 consecutive cases observed in all localizations between 1992 and 1996 in a multidisciplinary angioma clinic.

Patients And Methods: Files concerning 200 arteriovenous malformations were reviewed with a standardized observation sheet applying the severity criteria defined by the International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies. We used the Schobinger staging system which includes 4 grades of severity: grade I=dormancy, grade II=expansion, grade III=destruction, grade IV=cardiac decompensation.

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