Oral bacterial genic expression detection in aneurysm wall of a French population sample - preliminary monocentric study.

Introduction: The etiology of brain aneurysms remains poorly understood. Finnish research suggests that oral bacteria might contribute to the development and rupture of brain aneurysms. Previous studies by our team have not confirmed these findings, likely due to methodological differences.

Delayed cranial neuropathy after neurosurgery caused by herpes simplex virus reactivation: report of three cases.

Background: Delayed cranial neuropathy is an uncommon complication of neurosurgical interventions of which the exact etiology is uncertain. Several authors have hypothesized that reactivation of herpesviruses may play a role.

Case Descriptions: The first patient underwent microvascular decompression of the left facial nerve because of hemifacial spasm.