Delayed Diagnoses in Patients With Dizziness in the US Commonwealth of Virginia and the Tidewater Region.

Objective: In a region of approximately 1.7 million people (Tidewater, coastal Virginia), identify secondary diagnoses in persons with dizziness.

Methods: This cross-sectional study utilizing TriNetX included individuals in the region of interest diagnosed with dizziness between 2010 and 2020.

Differences in Outcome Between Open vs Laparoscopic Insertion of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunts.

Background: Abdominal access during ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt insertion has historically been obtained by neurosurgeons via an open abdominal approach. With recent advances in laparoscopy, neurosurgeons frequently consult general surgery for aid during the procedure. The goal of this study is to identify if laparoscopic assistance improves the overall outcomes of the procedure.