Neurosurgery

Neurosurgery

Modern neurosurgery has benefited from advances in computer assisted imaging (computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, positron emission tomography) and the development of stereotactic surgery.

Neurosurgery

Most recent articles

Brain Tissue Oxygen Monitoring in Children—A Review

The introduction of brain tissue oxygen (PbtO2) monitoring into the neuro-intensive care unit (NICU) has created exciting opportunities for...

Reconstruction After Posterior Cranial Fossa Surgery—Case Report of Application of a Synthetic Tissue Sealant to Augment Dural Closure

Post-operative cerebrospinal fluid (CFS) leakage can be a challenging and potentially hazardous problem following many complex cranial...

As Use of Herbal Remedies Soars, Patients Taking These and Cardiovascular Medications May be at Heightened Risk of Dangerous, Potentially Life-Threatening Interactions

"Many people have a false sense of security about these herbal products because they are seen as 'natural,'" said Arshad Jahangir, M.D.,...

Mayo Clinic Researchers Show Brain Waves Can "Write" on a Computer in Early Tests

Researchers say these findings, presented at the 2009 annual meeting of the American Epilepsy Society, represent concrete progress toward a ...

Medical Guidelines

  • To evaluate the appropriateness of initial radiologic examinations for patients with endocrine disorders...

  • To describe key aspects of services required to achieve the best outcomes for adult patients with tumours of the brain and central nervous system (CNS)

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2010 AAN Annual Meeting

10th - 17th April 2010

Continuing medical education is one of the most important and well-regarded member services provided by the American Academy of Neurology (AAN). The...

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