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Background: The pathogenesis of spontaneous cervical artery dissection remains unclear, and no established predictors of recurrence exist. Our goal was to investigate the potential association between cervical artery tortuosity, a characteristic of patients with connective tissue disorder, and spontaneous cervical artery dissection.

Methods: The ReSect study (Risk Factors for Recurrent Cervical Artery Dissection) is an observational study that invited all spontaneous cervical artery dissection patients treated at the Innsbruck University Hospital between 1996 and 2018 for clinical and radiological follow-up.

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Aim: Flow diverters (FDs) are being increasingly used off-label for treatment of intracranial vertebral artery dissection aneurysms (IVADAs). However, the safety and efficacy of FDs for unruptured IVADAs remain unclear. This study was performed to investigate whether FDs-alone are safer and more effective than conventional stent-asisted coiling.

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Preoperative and Postoperative Arterial Adaptation in Patients with Acute Aortic Dissection.

J Clin Med

December 2024

CAROL-Cardiothoracic Anatomy Research Operative Lab, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery and Transplantology, Institute of Cardiology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 31-008 Kraków, Poland.

Spinal cord ischemia is one of the most serious complications after an aortic repair. To date, there is no evidence for arterial changes during an aortic dissection or for the observation of such arteries after an aortic repair. The aim of this study was to compare spinal-cord-supplying arteries in patients with an acute aortic dissection, preoperatively and postoperatively, with patients without an acute aortic dissection.

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A 61-year-old man was referred to our hospital for Stanford type A acute aortic dissection and an emergency operation was planned. In this case, the aberrant left vertebral artery originated directly from the aortic arch. Total arch replacement at the level between the left carotid artery and left aberrant vertebral artery was performed and an open stent graft was deployed in the true lumen of the descending aorta to obtain better distal aortic remodeling.

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Epidemiology of traumatic cervical artery dissections.

Clin Neurol Neurosurg

December 2024

Department of Neurology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States.

Introduction: Unlike spontaneous cervical artery dissection (CeAD), the incidence of CeAD after a major trauma is not well characterized. This population-based observational study investigates the epidemiology and natural history of traumatic cervical artery dissection (CeADs) using data from the Rochester Epidemiology Project (REP) in Olmsted County, USA.

Methods: The REP system database has a high likelihood of complete case ascertainment and comparable demographics (age, sex) to the US population.

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Background: Previous reviews on serious adverse events (SAEs) following physical interventions involving the neck have focused on vascular SAEs or those related to cervical manipulation.

Objective: To review the evidence for all serious adverse events associated with any physical cervical procedures and describe SAE characteristics.

Methods: Searches were conducted in PubMed, EMBASE, CINAHL, Scopus, Cochrane, Web of Science and Index to Chiropractic Literature from inception to May 2023 for studies reporting characteristics of SAE following any neck intervention and patient demographics.

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Vertebrobasilar ischaemia happens for a myriad of reasons. Among the rarest is the existence of a foramen arcuale (FA). This condition results from the ossification of the lateral edge of the posterior atlantooccipital membrane, closing, completely or partially, the top of this groove, turning it into a foramen or a channel.

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Fenestration of the vertebral artery in a polytrauma patient: A vascular anatomical variant.

J Med Vasc

December 2024

Service d'imagerie médicale, Hôpital national d'instruction des Armées-Percy, 2, rue du Lieutenant-Raoul-Batany, 92140 Clamart, France.

Fenestration of the vertebral artery is a rare vascular anatomical variant that can mimic a dissection if discovered during cervical trauma. It is important to diagnose it through computed tomography (CT) angiography or magnetic resonance (MR) angiography in order to best guide the patient's management.

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Introduction: Cervical artery dissection (CAD) involves the carotid or vertebral artery. However, limited studies have compared their clinical features and outcomes.

Methods: We examined non-traumatic CAD patients from the National Inpatient Sample (2005-2019).

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Background: Vertebral artery (VA) stenosis can be caused by several factors, including arteriosclerosis, arterial dissection, and mechanical compression. Symptomatic vertebrobasilar insufficiency caused by VA stenosis due to mechanical compression associated with head rotation is well-known as Bow Hunter's syndrome. However, an accurate diagnosis of asymptomatic osteophyte compression-induced nonrotational VA stenosis is difficult.

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Background: Hemifacial spasm (HFS) is a neurovascular movement caused by vascular compression of the facial nerve in its root exit zone (REZ). Cases of HFS caused by double compression (DC) in both REZ and the cisternal portion (CP) have been sporadically reported. The nature of DC-type HFS is still not fully understood.

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Background: The far-lateral approach, frequently employed by skull base surgeons, targets lesions in the ventrolateral region of the craniovertebral junction (CVJ). Although various incisions can be utilized, the linear incision is notably less invasive and more efficient. Despite its advantages, the literature lacks a comprehensive description of the technical steps involved in this approach.

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  • Iatrogenic intraoperative bleeding during C1 surgeries is challenging to control, prompting a study to investigate its possible causes.
  • The study analyzed high-resolution CTA images from 551 patients to evaluate variations in the vertebral artery and polymorphisms of ponticulus posticus, along with venous plexus communications.
  • Findings indicated that anatomical variations, particularly regarding POPOs and venous structures, can contribute to bleeding; a preoperative CTA is suggested to improve surgical outcomes and reduce risks.*
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  • * The case studies a man in his 20s who experienced spontaneous, non-traumatic multivessel CAD affecting three to four vessels, leading to bilateral cerebellar infarcts and a basilar artery thrombus.
  • * It's essential for clinicians to recognize CAD and its potential severity, emphasizing the need for thorough clinical examinations and proper imaging, and highlighting the importance of accurately assessing eye movements in the diagnosis.
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  • Neurosurgical anesthetic management involves careful planning, focusing on positioning during intubation, neuromonitoring, and selecting appropriate anesthetic agents to enhance patient outcomes.
  • A detailed case study of a 64-year-old woman with a cervical spine schwannoma showcases the implementation of video laryngoscopy to minimize neck movement and the use of propofol, remifentanil, and sevoflurane for continuous neuromonitoring.
  • The surgery was successful, with stable neurological function during the procedure, and the patient had no complications post-operation, being successfully extubated afterward.
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  • The study aimed to assess the prognosis of isolated headache caused by intracranial vertebral artery dissection (iVAD) without the occurrence of subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) or stroke.
  • Researchers analyzed 105 patients over a median follow-up of 478 days, finding that none developed SAH or stroke, but a small percentage required endovascular treatment for aneurysm enlargement, particularly in those with aneurysm dilatation without stenosis.
  • The results indicated that while most patients had a good outcome, those with aneurysm dilatation required closer monitoring and had a higher risk of requiring surgery due to aneurysm growth.
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Antegrade Fenestration During Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair for Preserving Isolated Left Vertebral Artery.

EJVES Vasc Forum

October 2024

Department of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.

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  • An isolated left vertebral artery (ILVA) is often affected by aortic arch pathologies, and preserving its blood flow during endovascular repair can be challenging, with no clear consensus on the best strategy.
  • This case report details a successful endovascular procedure in a 72-year-old man with an ILVA, where a novel technique called antegrade needle-assisted fenestration was used to revascularize the artery without traditional surgical methods.
  • The patient had a favorable outcome, with follow-up imaging showing a patent ILVA and good aortic remodeling, suggesting this technique could be a valuable option for similar cases.
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Introduction: Ruptured vertebral artery dissections frequently exhibit pearl-and-string signs, a characteristic also observed in many unruptured dissections. This study examines the natural course of 50 unruptured acute vertebral artery dissections presenting with pearl-and-string signs and compares them to 10 ruptured dissections of the same morphological pattern.

Methods: We reviewed 633 radiology reports of head and neck imaging studies that included the keyword 'dissection'.

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  • The central venous catheter (CVC) has been in use for over 50 years, originally for total parenteral nutrition, but its applications have expanded to areas like chemotherapy and intensive care, accompanying increased complications.
  • Despite guidelines for safe CVC insertion, the risks associated with CVC removal have been overlooked, leading to potential complications such as air embolism, airway obstruction, and neurological issues.
  • A case is presented where a CVC was improperly placed in the epidural space, resulting in arterial bleeding and neurological deterioration after its removal, necessitating emergency interventions.
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  • TAAD is a severe condition often complicated by CM, which can cause significant neurological damage; CPB and ACP are traditional methods used for cerebral protection during surgery but carry higher risks.
  • This study investigates a new off-pump technique using an axillo-axillary shunt to maintain continuous blood flow to the brain during aortic arch surgery for patients with TAAD and CM.
  • Results show that this innovative technique provided stable cerebral perfusion without new permanent neurological issues; however, some patients experienced temporary symptoms, and there was a low operative mortality rate of 5.6%.
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  • - The study focused on intracranial vertebral artery dissecting aneurysms (iVADAs), which pose a risk for serious complications like subarachnoid hemorrhage, highlighting the importance of identifying risk factors for their growth.
  • - Researchers analyzed 124 patients, noting that 43.5% experienced iVADA growth; factors such as being a current smoker and having a higher vertebral artery tortuosity index (VTI) were linked to this growth.
  • - The findings indicate that a higher VTI is independently associated with iVADA growth, suggesting that monitoring VTI could be crucial for managing patients with iVADA.
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  • Cervical arterial dissection (CeAD) is a serious condition that can lead to strokes in young adults, often misdiagnosed as regular neck pain or headaches, highlighting the need for better diagnostic tools.
  • A study aimed to validate and refine a diagnostic support tool with four criteria for early recognition of CeAD in primary care settings, ultimately proposing effective cut-off points for clinical use.
  • The refined tool exhibited high sensitivity and acceptable specificity, making it an effective predictor for CeAD and indicating a need for further validation in emergency and primary care environments.
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  • Vertebral artery dissection (VAD) is a rare but serious condition caused by tearing in the vertebral artery, leading to symptoms like headache and dizziness, and requires timely diagnosis for better outcomes.
  • A young male patient experienced severe headache and seizures, and imaging revealed bilateral VAD and complications like brainstem infarcts, but digital subtraction angiography missed the dissection.
  • High-resolution magnetic resonance imaging (HRMRI) successfully confirmed the diagnosis of VAD and supported the patient's treatment plan, ultimately leading to significant recovery after rehabilitation.*
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  • - VACTERL is an acronym for a group of congenital anomalies, including issues with vertebrae, trachea, anus, heart, kidneys, and limbs, indicating a possible shared cause.
  • - A case study discusses a 28-day-old preterm neonate with suspected VACTERL association who had multiple defects, like vertebral and renal issues, an imperforate anus, and an absent pulmonary artery.
  • - The report highlights the importance of pathologists in identifying fetal anomalies as essential members of a multidisciplinary team involved in managing complex pregnancies with such conditions.
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