Publications by authors named "R P Samy"
Article Synopsis
- The study explores the infratentorial presigmoid retrolabyrinthine suprameatal approach (PRSA) for surgically treating aneurysms in the proximal third of the anterior inferior cerebellar artery (AICA), which traditionally requires complex techniques.
- Researchers conducted dissections and analyzed morphometric parameters in cadaveric heads to assess the approach's feasibility and anatomical variations.
- Findings suggest that the PRSA corridor allows for effective access to AICA aneurysms without risking hearing or balance, emphasizing the importance of individualized preoperative assessments to identify suitable patients.
In this chapter, we explore the role of mixed reality (MxR), a synergy of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), in neurosurgery. MxR marks a significant advancement in surgical planning and execution, enhancing precision, safety, and outcomes. We trace the evolution of neurosurgical techniques, positioning MxR as the latest innovation in a series of technological advancements aimed at improving surgical accuracy and patient safety.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTemporal bone fracture related facial palsy: efficacy of decompression with and without grafting.
Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg
October 2024
Purpose Of Review: This systematic review investigates the recent literature and aims to determine the approach, efficacy, and timing of facial nerve decompression with or without grafting in temporal bone fractures with facial palsy.
Recent Findings: The surgical management of facial palsy is reserved for a small population of cases in which electrophysiologic tests indicate a poor likelihood of spontaneous recovery. The transmastoid (TM), middle cranial fossa (MCF), and translabyrinthine (TL) approaches to the facial nerve provide access to the entire intracranial and intratemporal segments of the facial nerve.
Background: Vestibular rehabilitation (VR) is a commonly employed treatment method for disorders of dizziness and imbalance. Access to a clinic for rehabilitation appointments can be challenging for a person experiencing dizziness. Telehealth may offer a comparable alternative to clinic-based VR for some patients.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArticle Synopsis
- The study focuses on the supratentorial extension of the presigmoid retrolabyrinthine suprameatal approach (PRSA) for improved surgical access to brain structures.
- Research involved performing the procedure on five human cadaver heads to quantitatively measure surgical accessibility and qualitatively assess the visibility of critical brain areas.
- Results showed a 102.65% increase in surgical accessibility, revealing more of the brainstem and cranial nerves, which helps in planning complex surgeries for central skull base lesions.