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Epidural hematoma (EDH) can sometimes be life-threatening, although small-volume EDHs can resolve spontaneously like other intracranial hematomas. However, in rare cases, EDH can transform into a chronic form instead of...
Central pontine myelinolysis (CPM) is a disorder wherein variable symptoms are associated with pontine dysfunction. It has been known to occur inconstantly, particularly when serum sodium in patients with prolonged...
Schwannomas are benign neural tumors derived from Schwann cells, which surround the peripheral nerves. Here, we present a case of subcutaneous schwannoma of the scalp, with the goal of increasing...
Although penetrating brain injury is rare, it is associated with high morbidity and mortality. In several studies, even if very few patients arrive at the hospital alive, half of them...
Background: This study aimed to collect and analyze the information of patients diagnosed with primary brain abscess at our hospital over the last 10 years to determine the predisposing risk...
OBJECTIVES: To identify the better option of treatment, we compared the surgical results and efficacy of combined anterior-posterior approach versus posterior fixation alone.
METHODS: During a 10 years period from 2002...
OBJECTIVE: Post-traumatic hydrocephalus (PTH) is a frequent and serious complication following brain injury. The incidence of PTH varies greatly among studies. The purpose of this study was to investigate the...