Publications by authors named "L Podorovsky"
Perioperative spinal canal narrowing in patients with Down's syndrome.
Ann Thorac Surg
December 1991
Article Synopsis
- Two patients with Down's syndrome developed myoclonic movements and eventually brain death after cardiac surgery, with one showing no seizure activity on EEG despite these movements.
- A CT scan suggested possible cerebellar hemorrhage, while ultrasound indicated cerebral edema as pupils became fixed and dilated.
- The study raised concerns about atlantoaxial instability due to head positioning during surgery potentially causing spinal cord damage and contributing to unexpected neurological complications, highlighting the need for further investigation.