Magnetic resonance-guided laser interstitial thermal therapy versus open surgical corpus callosotomy for pediatric refractory epilepsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: Magnetic resonance-guided laser interstitial thermal therapy (MRgLITT) is a novel, minimally invasive alternative to traditional open surgery corpus callosotomy (CC). We aim to compare both approaches in terms of time of hospitalization and surgical procedure, complications, and efficacy outcomes.

Methods: A systematic search on PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library databases was performed for studies directly comparing MRgLITT and open surgery for refractory epilepsy in children.

Efficacy and safety of adenosine, rapid ventricular pacing and hypothermia in cerebral aneurysms clipping: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background And Objectives: Cerebral aneurysms in complex anatomical locations and intraoperative rupture can be challenging. Many methods to reduce blood flow can facilitate its exclusion from the circulation. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of using adenosine, rapid ventricular pacing, and hypothermia in cerebral aneurysm clipping.

Is time really brain in stroke therapy?: A meta-analysis of mechanical thrombectomy up to 155 h post ictus.

Background And Objectives: Mechanical thrombectomy (MT) has been established as the gold standard of treatment for patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke (AIS) who present up to 6 h after the onset of the stroke. Recently, the DEFUSE-3 and DAWN trials established the safety of starting the MT procedure up to 16 and 24 h after the patient was last seen well, respectively. The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and functional effects of thrombectomy in individuals with AIS detected at a late stage (> 24 h).

Standard medical therapy with vs. without nebulised magnesium for children with asthma decompensation.

Unlabelled: Pediatric asthma is a common condition, and its exacerbations can be associated with significant morbidity and mortality. The role of nebulised magnesium as adjunct therapy for children with asthma exacerbations is still unclear. To compare clinical and functional outcomes for children with asthma exacerbation taking either nebulised magnesium sulfate added to standard medical therapy (SMT) versus SMT alone.

Efficacy and Safety of Clazosentan After Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: An Updated Meta-Analysis.

Background And Objectives: Clazosentan has been studied to treat cerebral vasospasm after aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH).This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials updates the current knowledge regarding the efficacy and safety of clazosentan compared with placebo after aSAH.

Methods: Databases were systematically searched for randomized controlled trials directly comparing the use of clazosentan and placebo for the treatment of cerebral vasospasm after aSAH.

Efficacy and safety of cavernous sinus medial wall resection in pituitary adenoma surgery: a systematic review and a single-arm meta-analysis.

Introduction: Pituitary adenomas, benign tumors, can lower quality of life. Pituitary adenomas that invade the medial wall and cavernous sinus (CS) indicate tumor recurrence and partial surgical excision. Despite the cavernous sinus's complexity and risks, new research has improved the surgical procedure and made excision safer.

Robot-assisted vs. manually guided stereoelectroencephalography for refractory epilepsy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Robotic assistance has improved electrode implantation precision in stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG) for refractory epilepsy patients. We sought to assess the relative safety of the robotic-assisted (RA) procedure compared to the traditional hand-guided one. A systematic search on PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and Cochrane was performed for studies directly comparing robot-assisted vs.

Endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal approach during COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil.

Background: Endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal approach (EETA) is a well-established technique for sellar tumor resection. However, this route causes aerosol dispersion from the nasal cavity. In the context of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, new measures were taken aiming at the safety and protection of patients and health-care professionals.

Resection arthroplasty for isolated costotransverse joint osteoarthritis: A case report and literature review.

Background: Symptomatic isolated costovertebral joint (CVJ) osteoarthritis is rare, and establishing this diagnosis is often difficult. There are few reports in the literature about how to surgically manage these lesions. Our aim was to describe a case of isolated osteoarthritis of the costotransverse joint (CTJ) successfully treated with a resection arthroplasty.

Removal of the Retained Ventricular Catheter Using the Endoscopic Monopolar Instrument.

Background: Ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VPS) remains the main treatment for hydrocephalus. However, VPS revision surgery is very common. Here, we present a case in which the retained ventricular catheter was removed using the endoscopic monopolar instrument.

Spinal dural arteriovenous fistula rupture after Rathke's cleft cyst endoscopic resection: Case report and literature review.

Background: Spinal dural arteriovenous fistula (SDAVF) is the most frequent vascular malformation of the spine and accounts for approximately 70% of all vascular spinal malformations. In rare cases, SDAVF rupture and subsequent subarachnoid hemorrhage or intramedullary hematoma may occur. The aim of this article is to present a fatal case of SDAVF rupture after a Rathke's cleft cyst (RCC) endoscopic resection.