Publications by authors named "O Baskurt"

Intracranial solitary fibrous tumors (SFTs) and hemangiopericytomas (HPCs) are rare, aggressive tumors typically found along the dural sinuses. Despite their aggressive nature, complete surgical resection remains the most significant factor in reducing recurrence and improving survival. Here, we present the case of a 32-year-old male patient who presented with a new-onset headache and vertigo.

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Pituitary abscess (PA), a rare complication following transsphenoidal (TS) surgery for pituitary adenoma with an incidence of 0.2%, poses a significant risk; carrying potential morbidity, recurrence, and the necessity for reoperation. Timely suspicion, diagnosis, and treatment are imperative.

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Article Synopsis
  • - Tethered cord syndrome is a neurological disorder linked to congenital spinal issues, particularly in complex cases like caudal regression syndrome and split cord malformation.
  • - The condition can involve rare complications, such as abnormal dorsal nerve roots that tether the spinal cord.
  • - This case study discusses a patient with caudal regression syndrome who had spinal cord tethering due to a combination of an abnormal nerve root and a specific type of spinal defect, treated successfully with microneurosurgical untethering.
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Diffuse axonal injury (DAI), one of the most common and devastating type of traumatic brain injury, is the result of the shear force on axons due to severe rotational acceleration and deceleration. Neurogranin (NRGN) is a postsynaptic protein secreted by excitatory neurons, and synaptic dysfunction can alter extracellular NRGN levels. In this study, we examined NRGN levels in serum and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) after experimental DAI in terms of their diagnostic value.

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(STH) celebrates 50 years of publishing in 2024. To celebrate this landmark event, STH is republishing some archival material. This article represents the most highly cited paper ever published in STH.

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