Publications by authors named "S G Aoun"
Article Synopsis
- This study analyzes prognostic factors affecting long-term outcomes and changes in contusion volume in patients with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) due to hemorrhagic cerebral contusions.
- Key findings indicate that older age, larger initial contusion volumes, and lower Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) scores are linked to worse functional outcomes post-injury.
- The research suggests that the GCS verbal score could predict both initial contusion volume and potential expansion, highlighting its importance in managing and predicting patient outcomes in neurosurgery.
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks commonly occur due to trauma or surgical procedures. Here we review CSF leak diagnosis and management in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). A systematic review of the CSF leak management in LMICs was conducted using PubMed, Google Scholar, Embase and Web of Science databases according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFStudy Design: Systematic Review and Network-Meta-analysis.
Purpose: This study aimed to systematically review the literature on management of primary osteomyelitis discitis and perform a network meta-analysis comparing the efficacy of different antibiotic treatment durations.
Background: Primary osteomyelitis discitis is a challenging condition with varying management strategies.
Objective: Traumatic spinal injury (TSI) involves diverse etiologies, posing different risks among patient populations worldwide. Discrepancies in TSI treatment and outcomes between high-income countries and low- and middle-income countries highlight the critical necessity for tailored management approaches for this global challenge. This study delves into the presentation, management, and outcomes of TSI in Africa.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: This study aimed to investigate the accuracy of large language models (LLMs), specifically ChatGPT and Claude, in surgical decision-making and radiological assessment for spine pathologies compared to experienced spine surgeons.
Methods: The study employed a comparative analysis between the LLMs and a panel of attending spine surgeons. Five written clinical scenarios encompassing various spine pathologies were presented to the LLMs and surgeons, who provided recommended surgical treatment plans.