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Yamataka M, Tsutsumi S, Inami K, Sugiyama N, Ueno H, Ishii H. Acute epidural hemorrhage following burr-hole irrigation for chronic subdural hematoma: A possible association with the diploic veins. Radiol Case Rep 2024; 19:2950-2953. [PMID: 38737186 PMCID: PMC11087694 DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.04.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Revised: 04/01/2024] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/14/2024] Open
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A 50-year-old man presented with headache and left hemiparesis. No noticeable preceding head trauma was observed. Computed tomography (CT) scans revealed a compressive chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH). The patient underwent burr-hole irrigation, during which he was considerably restless. In addition, extensive avulsion was found in the parietal dura mater posterior to the burr hole. CT performed immediately after the surgery revealed the emergence of a thick epidural hematoma (EDH) located posterior to the burr-hole. During emergency craniotomy for the EDH, there was no identifiable injury to the dura mater or the meningeal vessels. However, a review of the CT scans confirmed well-developed diploic spaces just above the center of the EDH, with connecting channels between the diploic spaces and extracranial sites. Based on these observations, we assumed that the diploic vein might have caused the EDH. Diploic veins can cause AEDH after burr hole irrigation for CSDH. Appropriate intraoperative sedation and protective irrigation maneuvers can reduce the risk of such AEDH.
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- Motoki Yamataka
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan
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Bastianon Santiago R, Jastrzebski C, Dakwar E, Adada B, Borghei-Razavi H, Obrzut M. Middle meningeal artery embolization for chronic subdural hematoma- pathophysiology and radiological findings
. World Neurosurg X 2024; 23:100296. [PMID: 38497057 PMCID: PMC10944290 DOI: 10.1016/j.wnsx.2024.100296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024] Open
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL, USA
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Pahwa B, Kazim SF, Vellek J, Alvarez-Crespo DJ, Shah S, Tarawneh O, Dicpinigaitis AJ, Grandhi R, Couldwell WT, Schmidt MH, Bowers CA. Frailty as a predictor of poor outcomes in patients with chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH): A systematic review of literature. World Neurosurg X 2024; 23:100372. [PMID: 38638610 PMCID: PMC11024655 DOI: 10.1016/j.wnsx.2024.100372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2023] [Revised: 03/22/2024] [Accepted: 03/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/20/2024] Open
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Objective In recent years, frailty has been reported to be an important predictive factor associated with worse outcomes in neurosurgical patients. The purpose of the present systematic review was to analyze the impact of frailty on outcomes of chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) patients. Methods We performed a systematic review of literature using the PubMed, Cochrane library, Wiley online library, and Web of Science databases following PRISMA guidelines of studies evaluating the effect of frailty on outcomes of cSDH published until January 31, 2023. Results A comprehensive literature search of databases yielded a total of 471 studies. Six studies with 4085 patients were included in our final qualitative systematic review. We found that frailty was associated with inferior outcomes (including mortality, complications, recurrence, and discharge disposition) in cSDH patients. Despite varying frailty scales/indices used across studies, negative outcomes occurred more frequently in patients that were frail than those who were not. Conclusions While the small number of available studies, and heterogenous methodology and reporting parameters precluded us from conducting a pooled analysis, the results of the present systematic review identify frailty as a robust predictor of worse outcomes in cSDH patients. Future studies with a larger sample size and consistent frailty scales/indices are warranted to strengthen the available evidence. The results of this work suggest a strong case for using frailty as a pre-operative risk stratification measure in cSDH patients.
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- Bhavya Pahwa
- Medical Student, University College of Medical Sciences and GTB Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH), Albuquerque, NM, USA
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- School of Medicine, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurology, PRISMA Health/University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, SC, USA
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- School of Medicine, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Clinical Neurosciences Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Clinical Neurosciences Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH), Albuquerque, NM, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH), Albuquerque, NM, USA
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Zhang Q, Chen R, Shi L, Zhao H, Yin F, Yu C, Wang Y, Lu P. Single-cell sequencing analysis of chronic subdural hematoma cell subpopulations and their potential therapeutic mechanisms. Brain Res Bull 2024; 211:110936. [PMID: 38554980 DOI: 10.1016/j.brainresbull.2024.110936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a prevalent form of intracranial haemorrhage encountered in neurosurgical practice, and its incidence has notably risen in recent years. Currently, there is a lack of studies that have comprehensively classified the cells present in hematomas removed during surgery, and their correlation with CSDH recurrence remains elusive. This study aims to analyse the subcellular populations and occupancy levels within peripheral blood. METHODS This study analyses the subcellular populations and occupancy levels within peripheral blood and postoperatively removed hematomas by single-cell sequencing and attempts to analyse the effect of different cell occupancies within peripheral blood and intraoperatively removed hematomas on CSDH. RESULTS The single-cell sequencing results showed that the cells were classified into 25 clusters by differential gene and UMAP dimensionality reduction clustering analyses and further classified into 17 significant cell populations by cell markers: pDCs, CD8 T cells, CD4 T cells, MigDCs, cDC2s, cDC1s, plasma cells, neutrophils, naive B cells, NK cells, memory B cells, M2 macrophages, CD8 Teffs, CD8 MAIT cells, CD4 Tregs, CD19 B cells, and monocytes. Further research showed that the presence of more cDC2 and M2 macrophages recruited at the focal site in patients with CSDH and the upregulation of the level of T-cell occupancy may be a red flag for further brain damage. ROS, a marker of oxidative stress, was significantly upregulated in cDC2 cells and may mediate the functioning of transcription proteins of inflammatory factors, such as NFκB, which induced T cells' activation. Moreover, cDC2 may regulate M2 macrophage immune infiltration and anti-inflammatory activity by secreting IL1β and binding to M2 macrophage IL1R protein. CONCLUSION The detailed classification of cells in the peripheral blood and hematoma site of CSDH patients helps us to understand the mechanism of CSDH generation and the reduction in the probability of recurrence by regulating the ratio of cell subpopulations.
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- Qian Zhang
- Department of Neurosurgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital Medical College, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province 310016, China
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- Neurovascular Center, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital Medical College, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province 310016, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital Medical College, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province 310016, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital Medical College, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province 310016, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital (Shaoxing), Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province 312300, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital Medical College, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province 310016, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital Medical College, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province 310016, China.
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Shoaib A, Arif F, Khan M, Fatima T, Marsia S. Comparative efficacy of dexamethasone versus surgery for chronic subdural hematoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Neurol Neurosurg 2024; 241:108288. [PMID: 38692115 DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2024.108288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2024] [Revised: 04/12/2024] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the comparative efficacy of dexamethasone (DXM) as monotherapy in comparison to surgery among the patients of chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH). METHODS We searched MEDLINE, PUBMED, EMBASE, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials databases from inception till September 2023. Data was extracted, pooled and analyzed from all the studies that assessed the comparative efficacy of DXM as monotherapy in contrast with surgery as the primary treatment of CSDH. RESULTS A total of 6 studies involving 704 patients were included in our meta-analysis. Comparison of surgery to DXM revealed there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups regarding mortality [RR=1.09; 95% CI; 0.52-2.28 P = 0.83]. However, a significantly higher incidence of secondary surgical intervention was observed in the DXM group [RR 4.24; 95% CI; 2.06-8.71 P < 0.0001]. No significant difference in performance was observed in terms of poor postoperative outcomes within hospital stay [RR 1.12, 95% CI, 0.40-3.19 P=0.83] and at 6 months [RR 0.92, 95%CI, 0.40-2.13 P=0.85]. CONCLUSION DXM had a significantly higher incidence of secondary surgical intervention. However, there was no difference regarding mortality and other safety outcomes between surgery and DXM for the patients with CSDH. Observational studies showed that DXM was associated with a lower risk of poor postoperative outcomes within hospital stay and had shorter duration of hospital stay, but the recurrence rate was lower in the surgery group.
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- Areeba Shoaib
- Department of Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan.
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- Department of Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Neurology, Corewell Health West/Michigan State University, USA
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de Almeida Monteiro G, Silva de Queiroz T, de Deus da Rocha Ribeiro Gonçalves O, Cavalcante-Neto JF, Batista S, Rabelo NN, Welling LC, Figueiredo EG, Lacerda Leal PR, Fontoura Solla DJ. Efficacy and Safety of Atorvastatin for Chronic Subdural Hematoma: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. World Neurosurg 2024:S1878-8750(24)00832-5. [PMID: 38759787 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2024.05.069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 05/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/19/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a common neurological condition, especially in the elderly population. Atorvastatin has shown the potential to reduce the recurrence of CSDH and improve overall outcomes. New studies have emerged since the last meta-analysis, increasing the sample size and the variety of outcomes analyzed. METHODS We searched PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials for studies comparing the use of atorvastatin in CSDH patients with a control group or placebo. The primary outcome was the recurrence of CSDH. Secondary outcomes of interest were hematoma volume, composite adverse effects, mortality, and neurological function, measured by the Glasgow Outcome Scale (GOS) and Barthel index for activities of daily living (ADL). RESULTS 7 studies, of which 2 were RCTs, were included containing 1,192 patients. Overall recurrence significantly decreased compared to the control group (RR 0.46; 95% CI 0.25-0.83; p = 0.009). The benefits of atorvastatin were sustained in the subgroup analysis of patients who underwent initial conservative therapy (RR 0.40; 95% CI 0.22-0.70; p = 0.001). However, there was no significant difference when atorvastatin was combined with surgical intervention (RR 0.53; 95% CI 0.21-1.32; p = 0.17). Adverse effects were not increased by atorvastatin (RR: 0.82; 95% CI 0.51-1.34; p = 0.44). CONCLUSION Atorvastatin might be beneficial in reducing CSDH recurrence, especially in conservative treatment patients. Atorvastatin was not significantly associated with adverse effects. Larger, higher-quality randomized studies are needed to adequately evaluate the efficacy, safety, and optimal dose of atorvastatin in CSDH patients.
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- Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Faculty of Medicine, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurology, Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Bao Z, Xu S, Cui G, Qu JM, Liang TY. The relationship between serum coagulation parameters and the recurrence of chronic subdural hematoma. Mol Cell Biochem 2024:10.1007/s11010-024-05019-8. [PMID: 38743321 DOI: 10.1007/s11010-024-05019-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2023] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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The aim is to investigate the relationship between serum coagulation parameters (PT, APTT, D-D and FDP) before hospitalization and recurrence of chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH). 236 patients with CSDH who were diagnosed for the first time and had complete medical records were followed up for at least 90 days. Fifty patients (21.2%) had relapsed. Univariate analysis was conducted including general data, imaging data and test results. Serum coagulation parameters (PT, APTT, D-D and FDP) were detected for all CSDH patients. The study identified several factors that exhibited a significant correlation with chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) recurrence. These factors included advanced age (p = 0.01), hypertension (p = 0.04), liver disease (p = 0.01), anticoagulant drug use (p = 0.01), antiplatelet drug use (p = 0.02), bilateral hematoma (p = 0.02), and single-layer hematoma (p = 0.01). In addition, the presence of fibrin/fibrinogen degradation products (FDP) exceeding 5 mg/L demonstrated a significant relationship with CSDH recurrence (P < 0.05). Notably, the combined assessment of D-dimer (D-D) and FDP exhibited a significant difference, particularly regarding recurrence within 30 days after surgery (P < 0.05). The simultaneous elevation of serum FDP and D-D levels upon admission represents a potentially novel predictor for CSDH recurrence. This finding is particularly relevant for patients who experience recurrence within 30 days following surgical intervention. Older individuals with CSDH who undergo trepanation and drainage should be closely monitored due to their relatively higher recurrence rate.
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- Zhen Bao
- Department of Neurosurgery, The Fourth affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215123, Jiangsu, China
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- The Second Clinical Medical School, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310059, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery & Brain and Nerve Research Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, Jiangsu, China
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- Departmen of Intensive Care, Tongxiang First People's Hospital, Jiaochang Road 1918, Tongxiang, 314500, Zhejiang, China
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- Intensive Care Unit, Emergency and Critical Care Center, Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital (Affiliated People's Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College), No.158 Shangtang Road, Gongshu District, Hangzhou, 310014, Zhejiang, China.
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Nair BR, Rajshekhar V. Quantitative assessment of brain expansion after evacuation of chronic subdural hematoma as a predictor of recurrence. World Neurosurg 2024:S1878-8750(24)00795-2. [PMID: 38740085 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2024.05.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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- Bijesh Ravindran Nair
- Department of Neurological Sciences, Christian Medical College Vellore - Ranipet Campus, India
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- Department of Neurological Sciences, Christian Medical College Vellore - Ranipet Campus, India.
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Ozdol C, Ozdol NC, Aghayev K. Underwater versus Closed Drainage System for Surgical Treatment of Chronic Subdural Hematoma. World Neurosurg 2024; 185:e963-e968. [PMID: 38479641 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2024.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2023] [Revised: 02/29/2024] [Accepted: 03/01/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Chronic subdural hematoma (CDH) is a prevalent condition in neurosurgery. Standard care includes surgical evacuation with drainage of residual subdural cavity. We hypothesized that effective and timely drainage of subdural space may improve clinical and radiological outcomes. This study was conducted to compare the effectiveness of standard closed drainage and underwater drainage. METHODS Medical data of 300 surgically treated chronic subdural hematoma CDH patients were retrospectively collected and analyzed. The patients were divided into two 2 groups: Group I with underwater drainage, and Group II with closed drainage. Groups were compared in terms of gender, age, complication rates, recurrence rates, seizure rates, and length of hospital stay. RESULTS Underwater drainage was found superior to closed system by all clinical and radiographic parameters. The recurrence rate was significantly lower in Group I (2%) compared to with Group II (10%). Subdural empyema was observed in 10 patients in Group II and none in Group I. The seizure rate was higher in Group II (18%) compared to with Group I (5%). Postoperative pneumocephalus rates was were 20% in Group I and 54% in Group II. The length of hospital stay was 6±2.6 days in Group I and 8.9±6.1 days in Group II. The length of intensive care unit (ICU) stay was 0.6±1.12 days in Group I and 2.7±5 days in Group II. A minority (5%) of the patients in Group II required reoperation due to recurrence. CONCLUSIONS The use of underwater system significantly the reduces the rates of pneumocephalus, seizures, infection, and recurrence. Additional benefits are shorter intensive care unit ICU and total hospital stays.
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- Cagatay Ozdol
- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Health Sciences Antalya Training and Research Hospital, Antalya, Turkey.
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- Department of Radiology, University of Health Sciences Antalya Training and Research Hospital, Antalya, Turkey
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Esencan Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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Debs LH, Walker SE, Rahimi SY. Newer treatment paradigm improves outcomes in the most common neurosurgical disease of the elderly: a literature review of middle meningeal artery embolization for chronic subdural hematoma. GeroScience 2024:10.1007/s11357-024-01173-5. [PMID: 38691299 DOI: 10.1007/s11357-024-01173-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024] Open
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Chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) is one of the most prevalent neurosurgical diseases, especially in the elderly. Yet, its incidence is predicted to increase further, paralleling the growth of the geriatric population. While surgical evacuation is technically straightforward, it is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. In fact, 30% of patients are expected to have hematoma recurrence and to need repeat surgical evacuation, and 20% of patients are expected to lose independence and require long-term care. A pathophysiology more complex than originally presumed explains the disappointing results observed for decades. At its core, the formation of microcapillaries and anastomotic channels with the middle meningeal artery (MMA) perpetuates a constant cycle resulting in persistence of hematoma. The rationale behind MMA embolization is simple: to stop cSDH at its source. Over the last few years, this "newer" option has been heavily studied. It has shown tremendous potential in decreasing hematoma recurrence and improving neurological outcomes. Whether combined with surgical evacuation or performed as the only treatment, the scientific evidence to its benefits is unequivocal. Here, we aimed to review cSDH in the elderly and discuss its more recent treatment options with an emphasis on MMA embolization.
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- Luca H Debs
- Neurosurgery Department, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA, USA.
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- Neurosurgery Department, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA, USA
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- Neurosurgery Department, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA, USA
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Mughal ZUN, Malik A, Naeem W. Letter to editor : Local anesthesia with sedation and general anesthesia for the treatment of chronic subdural hematoma: a systematic review and meta‑analysis of published cases. Neurosurg Rev 2024; 47:195. [PMID: 38668866 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-024-02433-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2024] [Revised: 04/17/2024] [Accepted: 04/22/2024] [Indexed: 05/04/2024]
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This critique evaluates the systematic review and meta-analysis titled "Local anesthesia with sedation and general anesthesia for the treatment of chronic subdural hematoma." The study provides valuable insights into anesthesia techniques' effectiveness in managing this condition but has limitations, including selection bias, heterogeneity among cases, lack of standardized protocols, and retrospective design. Despite these limitations, the review contributes to understanding chronic subdural hematoma management but underscores the need for future research to address these shortcomings.
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- Zaib Un Nisa Mughal
- Department of Medicine, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Rafiqi H J Shaheed Road, Karachi, Pakistan.
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- Department of Medicine, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Rafiqi H J Shaheed Road, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Rafiqi H J Shaheed Road, Karachi, Pakistan
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Giordano M, Gallieni M, Samii M, Samii A. "Curtain-fall" technique for cerebrospinal fluid leak prevention after removal of intradural drainage. Technical note: application in chronic subdural hematoma surgery. Neurosurg Rev 2024; 47:161. [PMID: 38625461 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-024-02412-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2023] [Revised: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is frequently met in neurosurgical practice and often need urgent surgical treatment in case of neurological deterioration. Different surgical approaches to evacuate CSDH are described in the literature. In our experience, an external drainage system is crucial in order to avoid recurrences. We recently encountered a case of subcutaneous CSF collection after drainage removal. Thus, we developed a simple surgical technique to prevent postoperative CSF leak after subdural drainage system removal. METHOD We have developed a technique in which the periosteum is harvested during the surgery prior to the evacuation of the hemorrhage and fixed with sutures on the uncut dura mater opposite and laterally to the exit of the catheter exiting the dural hole caused by the passage of the Jackson-Pratt subdural drainage system. When the drainage catheter is removed, the flap, partially held by the sutures, falls over the hole avoiding CSF leakage. By using this technique, the small dural hole will be covered with the periosteum allowing for natural closure and wound healing hence preventing CSF leakage. RESULTS This technique was successfully employed in 21 patients who didn't develop postoperative CSF leakage following CSDH evacuation and removal of subdural drainage system. CONCLUSION In this technical note, we describe a safe dura closure technique that we developed to help reduce the risk of postoperative CSF leakage following subdural drainage removal, which can, however, also be applied in all surgeries in which a catheter is placed in the subdural space.
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- Mario Giordano
- International Neuroscience Institute, Department of neurosurgery, Rudolf Pichlmayr Str. 4, 30625, Hannover, Germany
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- International Neuroscience Institute, Department of neurosurgery, Rudolf Pichlmayr Str. 4, 30625, Hannover, Germany.
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- International Neuroscience Institute, Department of neurosurgery, Rudolf Pichlmayr Str. 4, 30625, Hannover, Germany
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- International Neuroscience Institute, Department of neurosurgery, Rudolf Pichlmayr Str. 4, 30625, Hannover, Germany
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Abdelhady MA, Aljabali A, Al-Jafari M, Serag I, Elrosasy A, Atia A, Ehab A, Mohammed SF, Alkhawaldeh IM, Abouzid M. Local anesthesia with sedation and general anesthesia for the treatment of chronic subdural hematoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Neurosurg Rev 2024; 47:162. [PMID: 38627254 PMCID: PMC11021259 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-024-02420-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2023] [Revised: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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BACKGROUND Surgery is the primary treatment for chronic subdural hematoma, and anesthesia significantly impacts the surgery's outcomes. A previous systematic review compared general anesthesia to local anesthesia in 319 patients. Our study builds upon this research, analyzing 4,367 cases to provide updated and rigorous evidence. METHODS We systematically searched five electronic databases: PubMed, Cochrane Library, Scopus, Ovid Medline, and Web of Science, to identify eligible comparative studies. All studies published until September 2023 were included in our analysis. We compared six primary outcomes between the two groups using Review Manager Software. RESULTS Eighteen studies involving a total of 4,367 participants were included in the meta-analysis. The analysis revealed no significant difference between the two techniques in terms of 'recurrence rate' (OR = 0.95, 95% CI [0.78 to 1.15], P = 0.59), 'mortality rate' (OR = 1.02, 95% CI [0.55 to 1.88], P = 0.96), and 'reoperation rate' (OR = 0.95, 95% CI [0.5 to 1.79], P = 0.87). Local anesthesia demonstrated superiority with a lower 'complications rate' than general anesthesia, as the latter had almost 2.4 times higher odds of experiencing complications (OR = 2.4, 95% CI [1.81 to 3.17], P < 0.00001). Additionally, local anesthesia was associated with a shorter 'length of hospital stay' (SMD = 1.19, 95% CI [1.06 to 1.32], P < 0.00001) and a reduced 'duration of surgery' (SMD = 0.94, 95% CI [0.67 to 1.2], P < 0.00001). CONCLUSION Surgery for chronic subdural hematoma under local anesthesia results in fewer complications, a shorter length of hospital stay, and a shorter duration of the operation.
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- Mariam Ahmed Abdelhady
- Faculty of Medicine, October 6 University, Giza, Egypt
- Medical Research Group of Egypt, Negida Academy, Arlington, MA, USA
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- Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Faculty of Medicine, Aswan University, Aswan, Egypt
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- Department of Physical Pharmacy and Pharmacokinetics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Rokietnicka 3 St., 60-806, Poznan, Poland.
- Doctoral School, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, 60-812, Poznan, Poland.
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Yang X, Regmi M, Wang Y, Liu W, Dai Y, Liu S, Lin G, Yang J, Ye J, Yang C. Risk stratification and predictive modeling of postoperative delirium in chronic subdural hematoma. Neurosurg Rev 2024; 47:152. [PMID: 38605210 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-024-02388-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2024] [Revised: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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Background- Postoperative delirium is a common complication associated with the elderly, causing increased morbidity and prolonged hospital stay. However, its risk factors in chronic subdural hematoma patients have not been well studied. Methods- A total of 202 consecutive patients with chronic subdural hematoma at Peking University Third Hospital between January 2018 and January 2023 were enrolled. Various clinical indicators were analyzed to identify independent risk factors for postoperative delirium using univariate and multivariate regression analyses. Delirium risk prediction models were developed as a nomogram and a Markov chain. Results- Out of the 202 patients (age, 71 (IQR, 18); female-to-male ratio, 1:2.7) studied, 63 (31.2%) experienced postoperative delirium. Univariate analysis identified age (p < 0.001), gender (p = 0.014), restraint belt use (p < 0.001), electrolyte imbalance (p < 0.001), visual analog scale score (p < 0.001), hematoma thickness (p < 0.001), midline shift (p < 0.001), hematoma side (p = 0.013), hematoma location (p = 0.018), and urinal catheterization (p = 0.028) as significant factors. Multivariate regression analysis confirmed the significance of restraint belt use (B = 7.657, p < 0.001), electrolyte imbalance (B = -3.993, p = 0.001), visual analog scale score (B = 2.331, p = 0.016), and midline shift (B = 0.335, p = 0.007). Hematoma thickness and age had no significant impact. Conclusion- Increased midline shift and visual analog scale scores, alongside restraint belt use and electrolyte imbalance elevate delirium risk in chronic subdural hematoma surgery. Our prediction models may offer reference value in this context.
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- Xuan Yang
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Intraocular Tumor Diagnosis and Treatment, Beijing Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences Key Lab, Medical Artificial Intelligence Research and Verification Key Laboratory of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Beijing Tongren Eye Center, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Center for Precision Neurosurgery and Oncology of Peking University Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Center for Precision Neurosurgery and Oncology of Peking University Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Center for Precision Neurosurgery and Oncology of Peking University Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Center for Precision Neurosurgery and Oncology of Peking University Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Center for Precision Neurosurgery and Oncology of Peking University Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Peking University Health Science Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Center for Precision Neurosurgery and Oncology of Peking University Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Center for Precision Neurosurgery and Oncology of Peking University Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Peking University School of Economics, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Peking University Third Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China.
- Center for Precision Neurosurgery and Oncology of Peking University Health Science Center, Peking University, Beijing, China.
- State Key Laboratory of Vascular Homeostasis and Remodeling, Peking University, Beijing, China.
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Sioutas GS, Shekhtman O, Dagli MM, Salem MM, Ajmera S, Kandregula S, Burkhardt JK, Srinivasan VM, Jankowitz BT. Middle meningeal artery patency after surgical evacuation for chronic subdural hematoma. Neurosurg Rev 2024; 47:145. [PMID: 38594307 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-024-02383-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2024] [Accepted: 03/30/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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BACKGROUND Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) often requires surgical evacuation, but recurrence rates remain high. Middle meningeal artery (MMA) embolization (MMAE) has been proposed as an alternative or adjunct treatment. There is concern that prior surgery might limit patency, access, penetration, and efficacy of MMAE, such that some recent trials excluded patients with prior craniotomy. However, the impact of prior open surgery on MMA patency has not been studied. METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on patients who underwent MMAE for cSDH (2019-2022), after prior surgical evacuation or not. MMA patency was assessed using a six-point grading scale. RESULTS Of the 109 MMAEs (84 patients, median age 72 years, 20.2% females), 58.7% were upfront MMAEs, while 41.3% were after prior surgery (20 craniotomies, 25 burr holes). Median hematoma thickness was 14 mm and midline shift 3 mm. Hematoma thickness reduction, surgical rescue, and functional outcome did not differ between MMAE subgroups and were not affected by MMA patency or total area of craniotomy or burr-holes. MMA patency was reduced in the craniotomy group only, specifically in the distal portion of the anterior division (p = 0.005), and correlated with craniotomy area (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION MMA remains relatively patent after burr-hole evacuation of cSDH, while craniotomy typically only affects the frontal-distal division. However, MMA patency, evacuation method, and total area do not affect outcomes. These findings support the use of MMAE regardless of prior surgery and may influence future trial inclusion/exclusion criteria. Further studies are needed to optimize the timing and techniques for MMAE in cSDH management.
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- Georgios S Sioutas
- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
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Zhang X, Sha Z, Feng D, Wu C, Tian Y, Wang D, Wang J, Jiang R. Establishment and validation of a CT-based prediction model for the good dissolution of mild chronic subdural hematoma with atorvastatin treatment. Neuroradiology 2024:10.1007/s00234-024-03340-z. [PMID: 38587561 DOI: 10.1007/s00234-024-03340-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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PURPOSE To develop and validate a prediction model based on imaging data for the prognosis of mild chronic subdural hematoma undergoing atorvastatin treatment. METHODS We developed the prediction model utilizing data from patients diagnosed with CSDH between February 2019 and November 2021. Demographic characteristics, medical history, and hematoma characteristics in non-contrast computed tomography (NCCT) were extracted upon admission to the hospital. To reduce data dimensionality, a backward stepwise regression model was implemented to build a prognostic prediction model. We calculated the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC) of the prognostic prediction model by a tenfold cross-validation procedure. RESULTS Maximum thickness, volume, mean density, morphology, and kurtosis of the hematoma were identified as the most significant predictors of good hematoma dissolution in mild CSDH patients undergoing atorvastatin treatment. The prediction model exhibited good discrimination, with an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.82 (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.74-0.90) and good calibration (p = 0.613). The validation analysis showed the AUC of the final prognostic prediction model is 0.80 (95% CI 0.71-0.86) and it has good prediction performance. CONCLUSION The imaging data-based prediction model has demonstrated great prediction accuracy for good hematoma dissolution in mild CSDH patients undergoing atorvastatin treatment. The study results emphasize the importance of imaging data evaluation in the management of CSDH patients.
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- Xinjie Zhang
- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
- Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
- Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
- Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
- Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
- Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
- Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China
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- Department of Radiology and Tianjin Key Laboratory of Functional Imaging, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China.
- Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Anshan Road 154, Heping District, Tianjin, 300070, China.
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Heinonen A, Rauhala M, Isokuortti H, Raj R, Kataja A, Nikula M, Öhman J, Iverson GL, Luoto T. Incidence of surgically treated chronic subdural hematoma after head injury with normal initial computed tomography. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2024; 166:144. [PMID: 38514587 PMCID: PMC10957655 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-024-06040-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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PURPOSE The objective was to determine the incidence of surgically treated chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) within six months after head trauma in a consecutive series of head injury patients with a normal initial computed tomography (CT). METHODS A total of 1941 adult patients with head injuries who underwent head CT within 48 h after injury and were treated at the Tampere University Hospital's emergency department were retrospectively evaluated from medical records (median age = 59 years, IQR = 39-79 years, males = 58%, patients using antithrombotic medication = 26%). Patients with no signs of acute traumatic intracranial pathology or any type of subdural collection on initial head CT were regarded as CT negative (n = 1573, 81%). RESULTS Two (n = 2) of the 1573 CT negative patients received surgical treatment for cSDH. Consequently, the incidence of surgically treated cSDH after a normal initial head CT during a six-month follow-up was 0.13%. Both patients sustained mild traumatic brain injuries initially. One of the two patients was on antithrombotic medication (warfarin) at the time of trauma, hence incidence of surgically treated cSDH among patients with antithrombotic medication in CT negative patients (n = 376, 23.9%) was 0.27%. Additionally, within CT negative patients, one subdural hygroma was operated shortly after trauma. CONCLUSION The extremely low incidence of surgically treated cSDH after a normal initial head CT, even in patients on antithrombotic medication, supports the notion that routine follow-up imaging after an initial normal head CT is not indicated to exclude the development of cSDH. Additionally, our findings support the concept of cSDH not being a purely head trauma-related disease.
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- Aaro Heinonen
- The Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere University, Arvo Ylpön katu 34, 33520, Tampere, Finland.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Radiology, Medical Imaging Centre, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- The Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere University, Arvo Ylpön katu 34, 33520, Tampere, Finland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and the Schoen Adams Research Institute at Spaulding Rehabilitation, Charlestown, MA, USA
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- The Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere University, Arvo Ylpön katu 34, 33520, Tampere, Finland
- Department of Neurosurgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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Niu Y, Zhang Q, Jiang Z, Li W, Chen Z. Middle meningeal artery embolization for the treatment of unilateral large chronic subdural hematoma patients with significant midline shift: A single-center experience. Interv Neuroradiol 2024:15910199241239706. [PMID: 38515352 DOI: 10.1177/15910199241239706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/23/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The amount of midline shift (MLS) considered safe for middle meningeal artery embolization (MMAE) in patients with chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) has not been established. Whether MMAE could be used as upfront treatment for unilateral large CSDH patients with significant MLS (>1 cm) has not been reported. OBJECTIVE To investigate the efficacy and safety of MMAE in unilateral large CSDH patients with MLS > 1 cm. METHODS Eleven carefully selected CSDH patients with mild or moderate symptoms and significant MLS > 1 cm from 1 May 2021 to 31 August 2022 were included in the study. All patients were treated with MMAE using polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) particles. Outcomes were assessed clinically and with interval imaging studies at follow-up. RESULTS All 19 MMAs (unilateral embolization in three patients and bilateral embolization in eight patients) were successfully embolized. All 11 patients were followed for subsequent months, and there was no recurrence and enlargement of CSDH. Procedural adverse events, mortality, or complications were not observed. The average time to achieve a 50% reduction in MLS was approximately four weeks, while it took approximately eight weeks to achieve a 50% reduction in maximal volume. All 11 patients showed improvement in their neurological symptoms at three days post-operation, including four hemiplegic patients. CONCLUSIONS MMAE may demonstrate safety in carefully selected CSDH patients with significant midline shift (MLS > 1 cm), particularly in those who are not suitable for surgery, thus providing a potential alternative approach.
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- Yin Niu
- Department of Neurosurgery, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), Southwest Hospital, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The 961st Hospital of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Joint Logistic Support Force, Qiqihaer, Heilongjiang, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), Southwest Hospital, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), Southwest Hospital, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), Southwest Hospital, Chongqing, China
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Kyejo W, Swai F, Mugisha C, Adebayo P. A case of Parkinsonian symptoms secondary to chronic subdural hematoma. SAGE Open Med Case Rep 2024; 12:2050313X241239132. [PMID: 38463450 PMCID: PMC10924733 DOI: 10.1177/2050313x241239132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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Chronic subdural hematoma is a known neurosurgical entity often associated with a spectrum of neurological manifestations. While primarily recognized for its characteristic accumulation of blood between the dura mater and arachnoid membrane, emerging literature suggests a rare association between chronic subdural hematoma and Parkinsonian symptoms. This report aims to underscore this unique neurological relationship by presenting a case of a 70-year-old male who developed Parkinsonism following chronic subdural hematoma post-head trauma. This case underscores the rare association between chronic subdural hematoma and Parkinsonian symptoms, emphasizing the importance of timely diagnosis and intervention in managing such cases.
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- Willbroad Kyejo
- Department of Family Medicine, Aga Khan University, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Neurology Unit, Aga Khan University, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Department of Surgery, Neurosurgery Unit, Aga Khan University, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Neurology Unit, Aga Khan University, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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Kim H, Choi Y, Lee Y, Won JK, Lee SH, Suh M, Lee DS, Kang HS, Cho WS, Cheon GJ. Neovascularization in Outer Membrane of Chronic Subdural Hematoma : A Rationale for Middle Meningeal Artery Embolization. J Korean Neurosurg Soc 2024; 67:146-157. [PMID: 38213004 PMCID: PMC10924904 DOI: 10.3340/jkns.2023.0105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2023] [Revised: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Chronic subdural hematomas (cSDHs) are generally known to result from traumatic tears of bridging veins. However, the causes of repeat spontaneous cSDHs are still unclear. We investigated the changes in vasculature in the human dura mater and outer membrane (OM) of cSDHs to elucidate the cause of their spontaneous repetition. METHODS The dura mater was obtained from a normal control participant and a patient with repeat spontaneous cSDHs. The pathological samples from the patient included the dura mater and OM tightly adhered to the inner dura. The samples were analyzed with a particular focus on blood and lymphatic vessels by immunohistochemistry, 3-dimensional imaging using a transparent tissue clearing technique, and electron microscopy. RESULTS The dural border cell (DBC) layer of the dura mater and OM were histologically indistinguishable. There were 5.9 times more blood vessels per unit volume of tissue in the DBC layer and OM in the patient than in the normal control. The DBC layer and OM contained pathological sinusoidal capillaries not observed in the normal tissue; these capillaries were connected to the middle meningeal arteries via penetrating arteries. In addition, marked lymphangiogenesis in the periosteal and meningeal layers was observed in the patient with cSDHs. CONCLUSION Neovascularization in the OM seemed to originate from the DBC layer; this is a potential cause of repeat spontaneous cSDHs. Embolization of the meningeal arteries to interrupt the blood supply to pathological capillaries via penetrating arteries may be an effective treatment option.
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- Hyun Kim
- Department of Molecular Medicine and Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, College of Medicine or College of Pharmacy, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, College of Medicine or College of Pharmacy, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, College of Medicine or College of Pharmacy, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Pathology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, College of Medicine or College of Pharmacy, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- Radiation Medicine Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- Institute on Aging, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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Tsutsumi S, Sugiyama N, Ueno H, Ishii H. Are there characteristic indicators for increased pressure in chronic subdural hematoma? J Clin Neurosci 2024; 121:42-46. [PMID: 38354650 DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2024.02.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2023] [Revised: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is one of the most common neurosurgical disorders. However, no study has yet documented biomarkers indicating increased CSDH pressure. This study aimed to explore such indicators. A total of 50 patients underwent measurement for CSDH pressure during burr-hole irrigation. The mean hematoma pressure was 16.8 ± 7.6 cmH2O with no significant difference between new-onset and recurrent CSDHs. In 12 patients with a CSDH pressure ≥25 cmH2O, further analyses were carried out. Eight of them had bilateral CSDHs. All six patients with a CSDH pressure ≥28 cmH2O suffered headaches before surgery. Two out of three patients with a CSDH pressure ≥29 cmH2O felt nauseous. In statistical analyses, headache was positively correlated with a high CSDH pressure, whereas age and hematoma thickness were negatively correlated with it. Patients' sex, initial Glasgow coma scale score, motor weakness, midline shift on computed tomography scans, and administration of anticoagulants/antiplatelet agents, showed no significant correlation. When patients with bilateral CSDHs are not older adults and suffering headaches, an increased CSDH pressure should be assumed. For such patients, a prompt hematoma evacuation is indicated.
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- Satoshi Tsutsumi
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan.
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Chiba, Japan
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Ellens NR, Schartz D, Kohli G, Rahmani R, Akkipeddi SMK, Mattingly TK, Bhalla T, Bender MT. Safety and efficacy comparison of embolic agents for middle meningeal artery embolization for chronic subdural hematoma. J Cerebrovasc Endovasc Neurosurg 2024; 26:11-22. [PMID: 37828746 PMCID: PMC10995466 DOI: 10.7461/jcen.2023.e2023.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2023] [Revised: 07/26/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis evaluating the efficacy of middle meningeal artery embolization in terms of both clinical and radiographic outcomes, when performed with different embolic agents. METHODS A systematic literature review and meta-analysis was performed to evaluate the impact of embolic agents on outcomes for middle meningeal artery (MMA) embolization. The use of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) with or without (±) coils, N-butyl cyanoacrylate (n-BCA) ± coils, and Onyx alone were separately evaluated. Primary outcome measures were recurrence, the need for surgical rescue and in-hospital periprocedural complications. RESULTS Thirty-one studies were identified with a total of 1,134 patients, with 786 receiving PVA, 167 receiving n-BCA, and 181 patients receiving Onyx. There was no difference in the recurrence rate (5.5% for PVA, 4.5% for n-BCA, and 6.5% for Onyx, with P=0.71) or need for surgical rescue (5.0% for PVA, 4.0% for n-BCA, and 6.9% for Onyx, with P=0.89) based on the embolic agent. Procedural complications also did not differ between embolic agents (1.8% for PVA, 3.6% for n-BCA, and 1.6% for Onyx, with P=0.48). CONCLUSIONS Rates of recurrence, need for surgical rescue, and periprocedural complication following MMA embolization are not impacted by the type of embolic agent utilized. Ongoing clinical trials may be used to further investigate these findings.
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- Nathaniel R. Ellens
- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York, USA
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- Department of Imaging Sciences, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York, USA
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Chaliparambil RK, Nandoliya KR, Jahromi BS, Potts MB. Charlson Comorbidity Index and Frailty as Predictors of Resolution Following Middle Meningeal Artery Embolization for Chronic Subdural Hematoma. World Neurosurg 2024; 183:e877-e885. [PMID: 38218440 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2024.01.049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Revised: 01/06/2024] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 01/15/2024]
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BACKGROUND Research on variables associated with chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) resolution following middle meningeal artery embolization (MMAE) is limited. This study investigated the clinical utility of age-adjusted Charlson Comorbidity Index (ACCI) and modified 5-item Frailty Index (mFI - 5) for predicting cSDH resolution following MMAE. METHODS We identified patients who underwent MMAE at our institution between January 2018 and December 2022, with at least 20 days of follow-up and one radiographic follow-up study. Patient demographics, characteristics, and outcomes were collected. Complete resolution was defined as absence of subdural collections on CT-scan at last follow-up. Nonage adjusted CCI (CCI), ACCI, and mFI - 5 scores were calculated. Univariate and multivariable logistic regression analyzed the relationship between cSDH resolution and variables. A receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve established the utility of ACCI and mFI - 5 in predicting hematoma resolution. RESULTS The study included 85 MMAE procedures. In univariate analysis, patients without resolution were older, had higher CCI, higher ACCI, higher mFI - 5, and were more likely to have diabetes mellitus. In multivarible analysis, CCI (OR: 0.66, 95% CI: 0.48, 0.91) was independently associated with resolution controlling for age and antithrombotic resumption. The area under the ROC (AUROC) curve was 0.75 (95% CI: 0.65-0.85) for ACCI and 0.64 (95% CI: 0.52-0.76) for mFI - 5. The optimal cutoffs for predicting resolution were ACCI ≥5 (sensitivity = 0.63, specificity = 0.77), and mFI - 5 > 0 (sensitivity = 0.84, specificity = 0.43). CONCLUSIONS ACCI and mFI - 5 moderately predict MMAE resolution and may aid in medical decision-making.
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- Rahul K Chaliparambil
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA; Department of Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA; Ken and Ruth Davee Department of Neurology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA; Department of Radiology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA; Ken and Ruth Davee Department of Neurology, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA.
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Wang C, Liu C. Clinical Characteristics and Prognoses of Chronic Subdural Hematoma Patients with and without Head Trauma: A Retrospective Comparative Study. World Neurosurg 2024; 182:e837-e846. [PMID: 38101546 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.12.055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2023] [Revised: 12/09/2023] [Accepted: 12/10/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Head trauma is considered as the main cause of chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH). However, many patients develop CSDH with no identified cause. Herein, we conduct a comparative study to investigate the differences in clinical characteristics and surgical outcomes of CSDH patients with and without a history of head trauma. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed CSDH patients who underwent surgical treatment in our hospital between January 2013 and December 2021. Patients were categorized into a with head trauma (WHT) group and a without head trauma (WOHT) group for comparative analysis. RESULTS A total of 219 patients were included, 119 (54.3%) cases in the WHT group and 100 (45.7%) cases in the WOHT group. More cancer patients were found in the WOHT group than in the WHT group (P = 0.045). Both at discharge and 6-month follow-up, patients in the WOHT group achieved better clinical outcomes than the WHT group cases (P = 0.025 and 0.034, respectively). Furthermore, ordered multiclass logistic regression analyses indicated that a history of head trauma (odds ratio 2.151, 95% confidence interval 1.052-4.386; P = 0.036) was a risk factor significantly related to the unfavorable outcomes at 6-month follow-ups of CSDH. However, we did not find significant differences between the 2 groups in clinical manifestations, radiological characteristics, postoperative complications, mortality, and recurrence rates. CONCLUSIONS CSDH patients with a history of head trauma may be more susceptible to unfavorable outcomes; thus, they should be carefully evaluated and given more attention during hospitalization and after discharge.
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- Chengjun Wang
- Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, People's Republic of China.
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Albalkhi I, Alaswad M, Saleh T, Senjab A, Helal B, Khan JA. Adjuvant Tranexamic Acid for Reducing Postoperative Recurrence of Chronic Subdural Hematoma in the Elderly: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. World Neurosurg 2024; 182:e829-e836. [PMID: 38101544 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.12.054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a frequently encountered neurosurgical disease among the elderly. The mainstay treatment involves surgical evacuation, but recurrence rates of approximately 13% pose complications. Adjuvant treatments, including tranexamic acid (TXA), have been explored, yet consensus on their efficacy and safety in elderly patients remains uncertain. The study aims to examine the role of TXA as adjunctive therapy in reducing CSDH recurrence and explore any potential association between TXA use and thrombotic events in this patient population. METHODS The systematic review and meta-analysis adhered to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines and Cochrane Handbook standards, searching databases up to July 2023 for randomized controlled trials and propensity-matched cohorts evaluating adjuvant TXA. The primary outcome was CSDH recurrence, and the secondary outcome was thrombosis risk, measured as relative risks. RESULTS A total of 6 studies were included, comprising 1403 patients with CSDH who underwent surgical treatment. Four studies were randomized controlled trials, while the other 2 were propensity-matched cohorts. The overall pooled relative risk for CSDH recurrence in the TXA group compared to the control group was 0.41 (95% confidence interval [0.29-0.59], P < 0.01), indicating a significant reduction in recurrence with TXA treatment. CONCLUSIONS In conclusion, our study indicates that adjuvant TXA may help reduce CSDH recurrence in elderly patients undergoing surgical treatment. However, the study has limitations and there is a need for further research to validate these findings.
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- Ibrahem Albalkhi
- Department of Neuroscience, College of Medicine, Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Department of Neuroradiology, Great Ormond Street Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom.
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- Department of Neuroscience, College of Medicine, Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Neuroscience, College of Medicine, Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Neuroscience, College of Medicine, Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Neuroscience, College of Medicine, Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Neuroscience, College of Medicine, Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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LeBeau GJ, Alkiswani AR, Mauro DJ, Camarata PJ. A Plausible Historical and Forensic Account of the Death of Thomas Aquinas. World Neurosurg 2024; 182:45-51. [PMID: 37979685 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.11.041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 11/20/2023]
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Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274) was an influential medieval Christian theologian and arguably one of the greatest scholastic philosophers. He produced more than 60 works in his 48 years, including his magnum opus, the Summa Theologica. The Catholic Church regards him as a canonized saint and one of 37 Doctors of the Church. On his way to an ecumenical council in 1274, he was "struck with sudden illness" requiring rest at a monastery where he was cared for until death several weeks later. An obscure Latin text describes an incident where he hit his head violently on an overhanging branch. Becoming progressively ill, he arrived at a Cistercian abbey where he died on March 7. Through an analysis of his final illness as documented in key Latin and Italian historical texts, and careful observation of the reputed skull relic in Priverno, Italy, the authors postulate that Aquinas may have suffered a traumatic brain injury and that his death at age 48 was occasioned by a chronic subdural hematoma. Examination of the skull was inconclusive; however, the historical textual analysis supports this theory. A more in-depth forensic analysis of the skull may help confirm the diagnosis.
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- Gabriel J LeBeau
- The University of Kansas School of Medicine, Kansas City, Kansas, USA; Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, USA
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- Kenrick-Glennon Roman Catholic Theological Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, USA.
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Liu T, Zhao Z, Huang J, Zhu X, Chen W, Lin K, Yu Y, Li Z, Fan Y, Liu M, Nie M, Liu X, Gao C, Quan W, Qian Y, Wu C, Yuan J, Wu D, Lv C, Dong S, Mi L, Tian Y, Tian Y, Zhang J, Jiang R. Multimodality management for chronic subdural hematoma in China: protocol and characteristics of an ambidirectional, nationwide, multicenter registry study. Chin Neurosurg J 2024; 10:4. [PMID: 38273380 PMCID: PMC10809648 DOI: 10.1186/s41016-024-00356-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2023] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Despite its prevalence, there is ongoing debate regarding the optimal management strategy for chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH), reflecting the variability in clinical presentation and treatment outcomes. This ambidirectional, nationwide, multicenter registry study aims to assess the efficacy and safety of multimodality treatment approaches for CSDH in the Chinese population. METHODS/DESIGN A multicenter cohort of CSDH patients from 59 participating hospitals in mainland China was enrolled in this study. The treatment modalities encompassed a range of options and baseline demographics, clinical characteristics, radiographic findings, and surgical techniques were documented. Clinical outcomes, including hematoma resolution, recurrence rates, neurological status, and complications, were assessed at regular intervals during treatment, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, and 2 years follow-up. RESULT Between March 2022 and August 2023, a comprehensive cohort comprising 2173 individuals who met the criterion was assembled across 59 participating clinical sites. Of those patients, 81.1% were male, exhibiting an average age of 70.12 ± 14.53 years. A historical record of trauma was documented in 48.0% of cases, while headache constituted the predominant clinical presentation in 58.1% of patients. The foremost surgical modality employed was the burr hole (61.3%), with conservative management accounting for 25.6% of cases. Notably, a favorable clinical prognosis was observed in 88.9% of CSDH patients at 3 months, and the recurrence rate was found to be 2.4%. CONCLUSION This registry study provides critical insights into the multimodality treatment of CSDH in China, offering a foundation for advancing clinical practices, optimizing patient management, and ultimately, improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from this challenging neurosurgical condition. TRIAL REGISTRATION ChiCTR2200057179.
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- Tao Liu
- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Linyi People's Hospital, Shandong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Haining People's Hospital, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fujian, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Department of Clinical Research Center for Neurological Disease, the People's Hospital of HongHuaGang District of ZunYi, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Department of Neurosurgery, Kailuan General Hospital, Hebei, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin First Central Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China.
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China.
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China.
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post Neuro-injury Neuro-repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China.
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Nagashima Y, Araki Y, Nishida K, Kuramitsu S, Wakabayashi K, Shimato S, Kinkori T, Nishizawa T, Kano T, Hasegawa T, Noda A, Maeda K, Yamamoto Y, Suzuki O, Koketsu N, Okada T, Iwasaki M, Nakabayashi K, Fujitani S, Maki H, Kuwatsuka Y, Nishihori M, Tanei T, Nishikawa T, Nishimura Y, Saito R. Efficacy of intraoperative irrigation with artificial cerebrospinal fluid in chronic subdural hematoma surgery: study protocol for a multicenter randomized controlled trial. Trials 2024; 25:6. [PMID: 38166992 PMCID: PMC10759626 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-023-07889-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/17/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The surgical techniques for treatment of chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH), a common neurosurgical condition, have been discussed in a lot of clinical literature. However, the recurrence proportion after CSDH surgery remains high, ranging from 10 to 20%. The standard surgical procedure for CSDH involves a craniostomy to evacuate the hematoma, but irrigating the hematoma cavity during the procedure is debatable. The authors hypothesized that the choice of irrigation fluid might be a key factor affecting the outcomes of surgery. This multicenter randomized controlled trial aims to investigate whether intraoperative irrigation using artificial cerebrospinal fluid (ACF) followed by the placement of a subdural drain would yield superior results compared to the placement of a subdural drain alone for CSDH. METHODS The study will be conducted across 19 neurosurgical departments in Japan. The 1186 eligible patients will be randomly allocated to two groups: irrigation using ACF or not. In either group, a subdural drain is to be placed for at least 12 h postoperatively. Similar to what was done in previous studies, we set the proportion of patients that meet the criteria for ipsilateral reoperation at 7% in the irrigation group and 12% in the non-irrigation group. The primary endpoint is the proportion of patients who meet the criteria for ipsilateral reoperation within 6 months of surgery (clinical worsening of symptoms and increased hematoma on imaging compared with the postoperative state). The secondary endpoints are the proportion of reoperations within 6 months, the proportion being stratified by preoperative hematoma architecture by computed tomography (CT) scan, neurological symptoms, patient condition, mortality at 6 months, complications associated with surgery, length of hospital stay from surgery to discharge, and time of the surgical procedure. DISCUSSION We present the study protocol for a multicenter randomized controlled trial to investigate our hypothesis that intraoperative irrigation with ACF reduces the recurrence proportion after the removal of chronic subdural hematomas compared with no irrigation. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov jRCT1041220124. Registered on January 13, 2023.
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- Yoshitaka Nagashima
- Department of Neurosurgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
- Department of Neurosurgery, Japanese Red Cross Aichi Medical Center Nagoya Daini Hospital, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Advanced Medicine, Nagoya University Hospital, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, National Hospital Organization Nagoya Medical Center, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Handa City Hospital, Handa, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Okazaki City Hospital, Okazaki, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Anjo Kosei Hospital, Anjo, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nishio Municipal Hospital, Nishio, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, JCHO Chukyo Hospital, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Inazawa Municipal Hospital, Inazawa, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nagoya Ekisaikai Hospital, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tosei General Hospital, Seto, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kainan Hospital, Yatomi, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Shizuoka Saiseikai General Hospital, Shizuoka, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yokkaichi Municipal Hospital, Yokkaichi, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Japanese Red Cross Aichi Medical Center Nagoya Daiichi Hospital, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ogaki Municipal Hospital, Ogaki, Japan
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- Department of Advanced Medicine, Nagoya University Hospital, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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Akamatsu Y, Kashimura H, Kojima D, Yoshida J, Chika K, Komoribayashi N, Fujiwara S, Ogasawara K. Correlation Between Low-Density Hematoma at 1-Week Post-Middle Meningeal Artery Embolization and Rapid Resolution of Chronic Subdural Hematoma. World Neurosurg 2024; 181:e1088-e1092. [PMID: 37979682 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.11.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Revised: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Temporal changes in the volume of chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) following middle meningeal artery (MMA) embolization vary. We aimed to determine whether CSDH density on computed tomography is related to hematoma resolution following particle MMA embolization. METHODS Patients who underwent MMA embolization for CSDH were enrolled. The CSDHs were quantitatively divided into 2 hematoma groups based on the hematoma density at 1-week postembolization: low-density or high-density. The temporal change in the volume of CSDHs was then analyzed between the groups. RESULTS Thirty patients were enrolled in this study. Three patients with high-density hematomas required rescue surgery. The hematoma volume was significantly lower in low-density hematomas than in high-density hematoma at 1-week (P = 0.006), 1-month (P = 0.003), and 2-month (P = 0.004) postembolization; although the volume converged to a similar value at 3-month (P > 0.05). There was a positive correlation between hematoma density at 1-week postembolization and percentage hematoma volume at 1-week and 1-month postembolization (P = 0.004 and P < 0.001, respectively), but no correlation was observed between hematoma density before MMA embolization and percentage hematoma volume at 1-week and 1-month postembolization (P = 0.54 and P = 0.17, respectively). CONCLUSIONS Rapid resolution of CSDH following MMA embolization was associated with low hematoma density at 1-week postembolization. Based on hematoma density on computed tomography at 1-week postembolization, a 1-month follow-up would be sufficient in cases of low density, but a 3-month follow-up would be required in cases of high-density hematoma. Larger studies and clinical trials are needed to confirm our findings.
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- Yosuke Akamatsu
- Department of Neurosurgery, Iwate Medical University School of Medicine, Yahaba, Iwate, Japan; Department of Neurosurgery, Iwate Prefectural Chubu Hospital, Kitakami, Iwate, Japan.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Iwate Prefectural Chubu Hospital, Kitakami, Iwate, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Iwate Prefectural Chubu Hospital, Kitakami, Iwate, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Iwate Prefectural Chubu Hospital, Kitakami, Iwate, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Iwate Medical University School of Medicine, Yahaba, Iwate, Japan
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- Iwate Prefectural Advanced Critical Care and Emergency Center, Iwate Medical University, Yahaba, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Iwate Medical University School of Medicine, Yahaba, Iwate, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Iwate Medical University School of Medicine, Yahaba, Iwate, Japan
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Dinc R. Featured minimally invasive therapeutic approach for chronic subdural hematoma: Embolization of middle meningeal artery - A narrative review. Brain Circ 2024; 10:28-34. [PMID: 38655446 PMCID: PMC11034447 DOI: 10.4103/bc.bc_65_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2023] [Revised: 10/29/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Chronic subdural hematoma (c-SDH) is a frequent and serious neurological disease. It develops due to hemorrhage to the subdural space, mainly caused by head trauma. The middle meningeal artery (MMA) plays a critical role in the supply of blood to c-SDH. The decision on the type of treatment for c-SDH depends mainly on clinical and imaging evaluation. In cases in which patients are critically ill, the hematoma must be evacuated immediately. For this purpose, surgery is generally accepted as the mainstay of treatment. Among surgical techniques, twist-drill craniotomy, burr-hole craniotomy, and craniotomy are the three most used. The recurrence rate of c-SDH after surgery is an important problem with a rate of up to 30%. The technical success classification embolization of MMA (EMMA) has emerged as an effective and safe option for the treatment of c-SDH, especially those that recur. EMMA is commonly used as an adjunct to surgery or less frequently alone. The technical success of EMMA has been a promising minimal invasive strategy as an alternative or adjunctive therapy to surgical methods. Polyvinyl alcohol is the most widely used among various embolizing agents, including n-butyl cyanoacrylate, coil, and gelatin sponge. EMMA has been shown to prevent the formation or recurrence of c-SDH by eliminating blood flow to the subdural space. Complication rates are low. The large-scale comparative prospective will ensure efficacy and safety. This article aims to highlight the current information about EMMA in patients with c-SDH.
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- Rasit Dinc
- Department of Research and Development, INVAMED Medical Innovation Institute, Ankara/Turkey
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Sauvigny J, Mader MMD, Freundlieb N, Gempt J, Westphal M, Zöllner C, Mende A, Czorlich P. Patient perception and satisfaction in awake burr hole trepanation under local anesthesia for evacuation of chronic subdural hematoma. Clin Neurol Neurosurg 2024; 236:108085. [PMID: 38134758 DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2023.108085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2023] [Revised: 12/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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Evacuation of chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) will be one of the most common neurosurgical procedures in the future in the increasingly aging societies. Performing cranial surgery on awake patients may place a psychological burden on them. Aim of this study was to evaluate the psychological distress of patients during awake CSDH relief. Patients with awake evacuation of CSDH via burr hole trepanation were included in our monocentric prospective study. Patient perception and satisfaction were measured using standardized surveys 3-5 days and 6 months after surgery. Among other questionnaires, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression and the Impact of Event Scale, were used to quantify patients' stress. A total of 50 patients (mean age 72.9 years (range 51 - 92)) were included. During surgery, 28 patients reported pain (mean 4.1 (SD 3.3)). Postoperatively, 26 patients experienced pain (mean 2.7 (SD 2.6)). Patients' satisfaction with intraoperative communication was reported with a mean of 8.3 (SD 2.1). There was a significant negative correlation between intraoperatively perceived pain and satisfaction with intraoperative communication (p = 0.023). Good intraoperative communication during evacuation of CSDH in awake patients is associated with positive patient perception and correlates with pain reduction.
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- Jennifer Sauvigny
- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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Haseeb A, Shafique MA, kumar A, Raqib MA, Mughal ZUN, Nasir R, Sinaan Ali SM, Ahmad TKF, Mustafa MS. Efficacy and safety of steroids for chronic subdural hematoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Surg Neurol Int 2023; 14:449. [PMID: 38213424 PMCID: PMC10783700 DOI: 10.25259/sni_771_2023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024] Open
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Background Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid, blood, and blood breakdown products between the brain's arachnoid and dura mater coverings. While steroids have been explored as a potential treatment option, their efficacy and safety remain uncertain. This meta-analysis and systematic review aimed to assess the impact of steroids on CSDH management, including mortality, recurrence, complications, and functional outcomes. Methods We conducted a comprehensive literature search in major electronic databases up to June 2023, following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines and Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews and Interventions. Inclusion criteria encompassed adult patients with CSDH, the use of steroids as monotherapy or adjuvant therapy, and clearly defined outcomes. Randomized controlled trials and cohort studies meeting these criteria were included in the study. Results The initial search yielded 4315 articles, with 12 studies meeting the inclusion criteria. Our findings indicate a non-significant trend toward reduced mortality with steroids in combination with standard care (Odds ratios [OR] = 0.66, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.20-2.18). However, substantial heterogeneity was observed (I2 = 70%). Sensitivity analysis, excluding influential studies, suggested a potential increased mortality risk associated with steroids (OR = 1.47, 95% CI 0.87-2.48). Steroids showed a possible benefit in reducing the recurrence of CSDH (OR = 0.58, 95% CI 0.20-1.67), but with significant heterogeneity (I2 = 89%). No clear advantage of steroids was observed in terms of functional outcomes at three months (modified Rankin scale scores). Furthermore, steroids were associated with a significantly higher incidence of adverse effects and complications (OR = 2.17, 95% CI 1.48-3.17). Conclusion Steroids may have a potential role in reducing CSDH recurrence but do not appear to confer significant advantages in terms of mortality or functional outcomes. However, their use is associated with a higher risk of adverse effects and complications. Given the limitations of existing studies, further research is needed to refine the role of steroids in CSDH management, considering patient-specific factors and treatment protocols.
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- Abdul Haseeb
- Department of Medicine, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, Liaquat College of Medicine and Dentistry, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan
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Zhang J, Yu L, Wang X, Yu Q, Zhu B, Zhang H, Liu Y, Li H, Zhang A, Wang K, He Y, Wu Q, Fang Y, Sun J, Chen S. The Drainage Dysfunction of Meningeal Lymphatic Vessels Is Correlated with the Recurrence of Chronic Subdural Hematoma: a Prospective Study. Transl Stroke Res 2023:10.1007/s12975-023-01227-4. [PMID: 38133745 DOI: 10.1007/s12975-023-01227-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2023] [Revised: 11/15/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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Meningeal lymphatic vessels (mLVs) were recently discovered to be involved in the waste drainage process in the brain, which has also been associated with a variety of neurological diseases. This research paper hypothesizes that the drainage function of mLVs may be affected after chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) and the alterations of mLVs' drainage may predict CSDH recurrence. In this prospective observational study, unenhanced 3D T2-fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (3D T2-FLAIR) MRI data were collected from CSDH patients and healthy participants for analysis. Patients with CSDH who underwent surgery received MRI scans before and after surgery, whereas healthy controls and patients with CSDH who received pharmaceutical treatment received only one MRI scan at enrollment. The signal unit ratio (SUR) of mLVs were then measured according to the MRI data and calculated to define mLVs' drainage function. Finally, the relationship between mLVs' drainage function and CSDH recurrence was analyzed accordingly. Thirty-four participants were enrolled in this study, including 27 CSDH patients and 7 controls. The SUR of mLVs in all CSDH patients changed significantly before and after surgery. Moreover, the drainage function of the mLVs ipsilateral to hematoma (mLVs-IH) in CSDH patients was significantly lower than that in the controls (p < 0.05). Last, a higher improvement rate of the drainage function of the mLVs-IH is correlated to a lower risk of recurrence (p < 0.05). This study revealed the mLVs' drainage dysfunction after CSDH through non-invasive MRI. Furthermore, the drainage function of mLVs is an independent predictive factor of CSDH recurrence.
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- Jiahao Zhang
- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China.
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China.
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- Department of Radiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China.
- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China.
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Shen J, Zhang Y, Wu X. Rapamycin promotes hematoma resorption and enhances endothelial cell function by suppressing the mTOR/STAT3 signaling in chronic subdural hematoma. Exp Cell Res 2023; 433:113829. [PMID: 37879548 DOI: 10.1016/j.yexcr.2023.113829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/22/2023] [Indexed: 10/27/2023]
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Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) remains a neurosurgical condition and a healthy burden especially in elderly patients. This study focuses on the functions of rapamycin and its related molecular mechanisms in CSDH management. A rat model of CSDH was induced, which developed significant hematoma on day 5 after operation. The rats were treated with rapamycin or atorvastatin, a drug with known effect on hematoma alleviation, or treated with rapamycin and atorvastatin in combination. The atorvastatin or rapamycin treatment reduced the hematoma development, blood-brain barrier permeability, neurological dysfunction in CSDH rats, and the combination treatment showed more pronounced effects. Human brain microvascular endothelial cells hCMEC/D3 were stimulated by hematoma samples to mimic a CSDH condition in vitro. The drug treatments elevated the cell junction-related factors and reduced the pro-inflammatory cytokines both in rat hematoma tissues and in hCMEC/D3 cells. Rapamycin suppressed the mTOR and STAT3 signaling pathways. Overexpression of mTOR or the STAT3 agonist suppressed the alleviating effects of rapamycin on CSDH. In summary, this study demonstrates that rapamycin promotes hematoma resorption and enhances endothelial cell function by suppressing the mTOR/STAT3 signaling.
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- Jie Shen
- Department of Neurosurgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230601, Anhui, PR China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Xijing Hospital, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, PR China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The People's Hospital of Sixian County, Suzhou, 234399, Anhui, PR China
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Sato K, Horiguchi G, Teramukai S, Yoshida T, Shimizu F, Hashimoto N. Time-of-flight magnetic resonance angiography for detection of postoperative recurrence in patients with chronic subdural hematoma. Acta Neurol Belg 2023; 123:2167-2175. [PMID: 36478545 DOI: 10.1007/s13760-022-02154-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2022] [Accepted: 11/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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PURPOSE Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is associated with postoperative recurrence. Although various factors are involved in postoperative recurrence of CSDH, blood flow, especially in the middle meningeal artery (MMA), is considered to play an important role. We investigated whether the degree of signal intensity (SI) of the MMA on time-of-flight magnetic resonance angiography (TOF MRA) and various clinical factors are involved in recurrence of CSDH. METHODS The maximum SI of both MMAs was measured on TOF MRA images within 1 month before or after the initial surgery. RESULTS In total, 185 patients (20 with and 165 without recurrence of CSDH) were included in the analysis. The SI ratio and dementia were significant predictors of recurrence of CSDH (SI ratio: odds ratio [95% confidence interval (CI)] = 1.71 [1.32, 2.22], p < 0.0001; dementia: odds ratio [95% CI] = 7.41 [1.83, 30.1], p = 0.005). The estimated regression coefficients in the final model were 6.14 for the SI ratio and 1.28 for dementia. The risk score was derived according to these regression coefficients as follows: score = 5 × SI ratio + 1 (dementia: yes). With a score of 5, the predicted probability of recurrence was 2% [95% CI 0.7, 5.7], whereas with scores of 8 and 10, the probability was 43.3% [27.0, 61.1] and 89.5% [65.7, 97.5], respectively, which increased the risk of recurrence. CONCLUSION Patients with an increased SI ratio of the affected MMA on TOF MRA who underwent surgery for CSDH were significantly more likely to experience recurrence.
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- Kimitoshi Sato
- Department of Neurosurgery, Seijinkai Shimizu Hospital, 12-2 Nakayoshimi-Cho, Nishikyo-Ku, Kyoto, 615-8237, Japan.
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- Department of Biostatistics, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Biostatistics, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seijinkai Shimizu Hospital, 12-2 Nakayoshimi-Cho, Nishikyo-Ku, Kyoto, 615-8237, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seijinkai Shimizu Hospital, 12-2 Nakayoshimi-Cho, Nishikyo-Ku, Kyoto, 615-8237, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto, Japan
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Zhang X, Sha Z, Gao C, Yuan J, He L, Huang J, Jiang R. Factors influencing wait-and-watch management in mild primary chronic subdural hematoma: a retrospective case-control study. Acta Neurol Belg 2023; 123:2277-2286. [PMID: 37269419 DOI: 10.1007/s13760-023-02293-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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PURPOSE To identify prognostic factors in patients with primary chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) undergoing wait-and-watch management. METHODS A case-control study was conducted in a single center from February 2019 to November 2021 to identify independent influencing factors of wait-and-watch management in mild CSDH patients using wait-and-watch as monotherapy. A total of 39 patients who responded to wait-and-watch management (cases) and 24 nonresponders (controls) matched for age, sex, height, weight, MGS-GCS (Markwalder grading scale and Glasgow Coma Scale), and bilateral hematoma were included. Demographics, blood cell counts, serum biochemical levels, imaging data, and relevant clinical features at baseline were collected. RESULTS Univariate analysis revealed significant differences between cases and controls in hematoma volume, ability to urinate, maximal thickness of the hematoma, and hypodensity of the hematoma. Hypodense hematoma and hematoma volume were independently associated with the outcome in multivariate analysis. Combining these independently influencing factors revealed an area under the receiver operator characteristic curve of 0.741 (95% CI 0.609-0.874, sensitivity = 0.783, specificity = 0.667). CONCLUSIONS The results of this study may aid in identifying patients with mild primary CSDH who could benefit from conservative management. While wait-and-watch management may be an option in some cases, clinicians need to suggest medical interventions, such as pharmacotherapy, when appropriate.
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- Xinjie Zhang
- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Neurology, Chengde Central Hospital, Chengde, 067000, Hebei, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China.
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China.
- Ministry of Education, Tianjin Neurological Institute, Key Laboratory of Post-Neuroinjury Neuro-Repair and Regeneration in Central Nervous System, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China.
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Kweon SB, Kim S, Kwon MY, Kim CH, Kwon SM, Ko YS, Lee CY. Natural course of chronic subdural hematoma following surgical clipping of unruptured intracranial aneurysm by pterional approach. J Cerebrovasc Endovasc Neurosurg 2023; 25:390-402. [PMID: 37583078 PMCID: PMC10774672 DOI: 10.7461/jcen.2023.e2023.04.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Revised: 06/11/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/17/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a neurological complication following clipping surgery. However, the natural course and ideal approach for the treatment of clipping-related-CSDH (CR-CSDH) have not been clearly established. We aimed to investigate the course of CR-CSDH using chronological radiological findings. METHODS We performed a retrospective analysis of 28 (3.8%) patients who developed CSDH among 736 patients who underwent surgical clipping using pterional approach for unruptured aneurysms at our institution between December 2010 and December 2018. Patients underwent follow-up CT scan 6-8 weeks after clipping surgery and decision to pursue surgical intervention rests upon the patient's symptom based on the Markwalder's grading scale (MGS) and numeric rating scale (NRS). RESULTS Of the 28 patients, 3 patients (10.7%) underwent surgery, while 25 (89.2%) showed spontaneous resolution of CR-CSDH. Eighteen patients (64.2%) had mild headache with MGS of 0-1. The mean maximum hematoma volume was 41.9±30.9 ml (5.8-135 ml), and 26 patients (92.8%) had homogeneous hematoma. The mean time to hematoma resolution was 126.7±52.9 days (46-228 days). Comparing group of CR-CSDH volume ≥43 ml or a midline shift ≥5 mm, the difference in presence of linear low-density area (p=0.002) and age (p=0.026) between the conservative and operative groups were found to be statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS Most CR-CSDH cases spontaneously resolved within 4 months. Therefore, we suggest that close observation should be performed if patient's symptoms are mild and special radiologic findings are present, despite its relatively large volume and midline shifting.
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- Su-Bin Kweon
- Department of Neurosurgery, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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Dlaka D, Marčinković P, Raguž M, Romić D, Orešković D, Chudy D. Bilateral posterior fossa chronic subdural hematoma as a cause of hydrocephalus. Surg Neurol Int 2023; 14:413. [PMID: 38213427 PMCID: PMC10783685 DOI: 10.25259/sni_178_2023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2023] [Accepted: 10/31/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024] Open
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Background Infratentorial chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) is still a rather elusive neurosurgical entity, which, due to its proximity and likely compression of the cerebellum and brainstem, can lead to devastating consequences. To establish standardized treatment, more studies and reports regarding its therapy are needed. We report a case of a simultaneous unilateral supratentorial and bilateral infratentorial cSDH, with the latter causing hydrocephalus and successfully treated with a bilateral burr-hole trepanation of occipital bone and placement of subdural drains. Case Description A 71-year-old man with gait disturbance, Glasgow Coma Scale 12, and a radiologically verified unilateral supratentorial and bilateral cSDH of the posterior fossa causing cerebellum, brainstem, and fourth ventricle compression with obstructive hydrocephalus, underwent surgical evacuation of infratentorial hematoma with a bilateral burr-hole trepanation. The postoperative course was uneventful, with a control head computed tomography scan showing the resolution of the hematoma and hydrocephalus. The patient was discharged with no newly acquired neurological deficits. Conclusion Due to a limited number of reports and studies involving infratentorial cSDHs causing hydrocephalus, decision-making and optimal surgical treatment remain unclear. We recommend a timely surgical evacuation of the hematoma if the patient is symptomatic while avoiding placement of external ventricular drainage.
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- Domagoj Dlaka
- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Dubrava, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Dubrava, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Dubrava, Zagreb, Croatia
- School of Medicine, Catholic University of Croatia, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Dubrava, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Dubrava, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Dubrava, Zagreb, Croatia
- Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
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Scoville JP, Joyce E, A. Tonetti D, Bounajem MT, Thomas A, Ogilvy CS, Moore JM, Riina HA, Tanweer O, Levy EI, Spiotta AM, Gross BA, Jankowitz BT, Cawley CM, Khalessi AA, Pandey AS, Ringer AJ, Hanel R, Ortiz RA, Langer D, Levitt MR, Binning M, Taussky P, Kan P, Grandhi R. Radiographic and clinical outcomes with particle or liquid embolic agents for middle meningeal artery embolization of nonacute subdural hematomas. Interv Neuroradiol 2023; 29:683-690. [PMID: 35673710 PMCID: PMC10680958 DOI: 10.1177/15910199221104631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2022] [Accepted: 05/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Middle meningeal artery (MMA) embolization is an apparently efficacious minimally invasive treatment for nonacute subdural hematomas (NASHs), but how different embolisates affect outcomes remains unclear. Our objective was to compare radiographic and clinical outcomes after particle or liquid MMA embolization. METHODS Patients who had MMA embolization for NASH were retrospectively identified from a multi-institution database. The primary radiographic and clinical outcomes-50% NASH thickness reduction and need for surgical retreatment within 90 days, respectively-were compared for liquid and particle embolizations in patients treated 1) without surgical intervention (upfront), 2) after recurrence, or 3) with concomitant surgery (prophylactic). RESULTS The upfront, recurrent, and prophylactic subgroups included 133, 59, and 16 patients, respectively. The primary radiographic outcome was observed in 61.8%, 61%, and 72.7% of particle-embolized patients and 61.3%, 55.6%, and 20% of liquid-embolized patients, respectively (p = 0.457, 0.819, 0.755). Hazard ratios comparing time to reach radiographic outcome in the particle and liquid groups or upfront, recurrent, andprophylactic timing were 1.31 (95% CI 0.78-2.18; p = 0.310), 1.09 (95% CI 0.52-2.27; p = 0.822), and 1.5 (95% CI 0.14-16.54; p = 0.74), respectively. The primary clinical outcome occurred in 8.0%, 2.4%, and 0% of patients who underwent particle embolization in the upfront, recurrent, and prophylactic groups, respectively, compared with 0%, 5.6%, and 0% who underwent liquid embolization (p = 0.197, 0.521, 1.00). CONCLUSIONS MMA embolization with particle and liquid embolisates appears to be equally effective in treatment of NASHs as determined by the percentage who reach, and the time to reach, 50% NASH thickness reduction and the incidence of surgical reintervention within 90 days.
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- Jonathan P. Scoville
- Department of Neurosurgery, Clinical Neuroscience Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Clinical Neuroscience Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Clinical Neuroscience Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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- Cooper Neuroscience Institute, Camden, New Jersey, USA
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- Neurosurgical Service, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Neurosurgical Service, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Departments of Neurosurgery and Radiology, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California-San Diego, La Jolla, California, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Mayfield Clinic, TriHealth Neuroscience Institute, Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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- Lyerly Neurosurgery, Baptist Neurological Institute, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington, Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Global Neurosciences Institute Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Clinical Neuroscience Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Clinical Neuroscience Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
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Wu Z, Wang H, Zhao J, Wang C, Liu H, Wang C, Li A, Hu J. Preoperative Fibrinogen Levels and Function as Predictive Factors for Acute Bleeding in the Hematoma Cavity After Burr Hole Drainage in Patients with CSDH. World Neurosurg 2023; 180:e364-e375. [PMID: 37769840 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.09.072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 10/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Burr hole drainage (BHD) is the primary surgical intervention for managing chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH). However, it can lead to postoperative complications such as acute bleeding within the hematoma cavity and hematoma recurrence. The objective of this study is to identify the risk factors for these complications and develop a predictive model for acute hematoma cavity bleeding after BHD in patients with CSDH. METHODS This study presents a retrospective cohort investigation conducted at a single center. The clinical dataset of 308 CSDH patients who underwent BHD at a hospital from 2016 to 2022 was analyzed to develop and assess a prognostic model. RESULTS The nonbleeding group exhibited a significant correlation between fibrinogen (FIB) and thrombin time (TT), whereas no correlation was observed in the bleeding group. Notably, both FIB and TT were identified as risk factors for postoperative acute bleeding within the hematoma cavity. We developed a prognostic model to predict the occurrence of postoperative acute bleeding within the hematoma cavity after BHD in patients with CSDH. The model incorporated FIB, TT, coronary artery disease, and Glasgow Coma Scale scores. The model exhibited good discrimination (area under the curve: 0.725) and calibration (Hosmer-Leeshawn goodness of fit test: P > 0.1). Furthermore, decision curve analysis demonstrated the potential clinical benefit of implementing this prediction model. CONCLUSIONS The predictive model developed in this study can forecast the risk of postoperative acute bleeding within the hematoma cavity, thus aiding clinicians in selecting the optimal treatment approach for patients with CSDH.
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- Zejun Wu
- Department of Neurosurgery, Taihe Hospital, Jinzhou Medical University Union Training Base, Shiyan, China; Department of Neurosurgery, Taihe Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Taihe Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Taihe Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Taihe Hospital, Jinzhou Medical University Union Training Base, Shiyan, China
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- The First Clinical College, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Taihe Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Taihe Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Taihe Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China; Hubei KeyLaboratory of Embryonic Stem Cell Research, Tai-He Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China.
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McCann CP, Brandel MG, Wali AR, Steinberg JA, Pannell JS, Santiago-Dieppa DR, Khalessi AA. Safety of middle meningeal artery embolization for treatment of subdural hematoma: A nationwide propensity score matched analysis. J Cerebrovasc Endovasc Neurosurg 2023; 25:380-389. [PMID: 37469029 PMCID: PMC10774674 DOI: 10.7461/jcen.2023.e2023.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2023] [Revised: 06/19/2023] [Accepted: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Middle meningeal artery embolization (MMAe) has burgeoned as a treatment for chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH). This study evaluates the safety and short-term outcomes of MMAe patients relative to traditional treatment approaches. METHODS In this retrospective large database study, adult patients in the National Inpatient Sample from 2012-2019 with a diagnosis of cSDH were identified. Cost of admission, length of stay (LOS), discharge disposition, and complications were analyzed. Propensity score matching (PSM) was utilized. RESULTS A total of 123,350 patients with cSDH were identified: 63,450 without intervention, 59,435 surgery only, 295 MMAe only, and 170 surgery plus MMAe. On PSM analysis, MMAe did not increase the risk of inpatient complications or prolong the length of stay compared to conservative management (p>0.05); MMAe had higher cost ($31,170 vs. $10,768, p<0.001) than conservative management, and a lower rate of nonroutine discharge (53.8% vs. 64.3%, p=0.024). Compared to surgery, MMAe had shorter LOS (5 vs. 7 days, p<0.001), and lower rates of neurological complications (2.7% vs. 7.1%, p=0.029) and nonroutine discharge (53.8% vs. 71.7%, p<0.001). There was no significant difference in cost (p>0.05). CONCLUSIONS MMAe had similar LOS and decreased odds of adverse discharge with a modest cost increase compared to conservative management. There was no difference in inpatient complications. Compared to surgery, MMAe treatment was associated with decreased LOS and rates of neurological complications and nonroutine discharge. This nationwide analysis supports the safety of MMAe to treat cSDH.
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- Carson P. McCann
- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, San Diego, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, San Diego, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, San Diego, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, San Diego, CA, USA
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De Maria L, Chaurasia B, Agosti E, Garg K, Burkhardt JK, Goehre F, Borghei-Razavi H, Servadei F, Fontanella MM. Non-surgical management of chronic subdural hematoma: insights and future perspectives from an international survey including neurosurgeons from 90 countries worldwide. Int J Neurosci 2023:1-10. [PMID: 37982390 DOI: 10.1080/00207454.2023.2286202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Accepted: 11/15/2023] [Indexed: 11/21/2023]
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BACKGROUND Chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) is one of the most common neurosurgical conditions. Although surgical evacuation is still the gold standard for treatment, recent advances have led to the development of other management strategies, such as medical therapies and endovascular middle meningeal artery (MMA) embolization. Through this international survey, we investigated the global trends in cSDH management, focusing on medical and endovascular treatments. DESIGN AND PARTICIPANTS A 14-question, web-based, anonymous survey was distributed to neurosurgeons worldwide. RESULTS Most responders do not perform MMA embolization (69.5%) unless for specific indications (29.6%). These indications include residual cSDH after surgical evacuation (58.9%) or cSDH in patients on antiplatelet medications to avoid surgical evacuation (44.8%). Survey participants from teaching versus non-teaching hospitals (p = 0.002), public versus private hospitals (p = 0.022), and Europe versus other continents (p < 0.001) are the most users of MMA embolization. A large number of participants (51%) declare they use a conservative/medical approach, mainly to avoid surgery in patients with small cSDH (74.8%). CONCLUSIONS This survey highlights the current trends of cSDH management, focusing on conservative and MMA embolization treatment strategies. Most responders prefer a conservative approach for patients with small cSDHs not requiring surgical evacuation. However, in higher-risk scenarios such as residual hematomas after surgery or patients on antiplatelet medications, MMA embolization is regarded as a reasonable option by participants. Future studies should clarify the indications of MMA embolization, including appropriate patient selection and efficacy as a stand-alone procedure.
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- Neurosurgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Neurosurgery, Hospital of the University of Pennysylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Neurosurgery, Bergmannstrost Hospital Halle, Halle, Germany
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
- IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
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Jeon GJ, Rim HT, Lee HS, Oh JK, Chang IB, Song JH, Kim JH. Factors for predicting recurrence after burr hole drainage for chronic subdural hematoma: a retrospective study. Neurosurg Rev 2023; 46:306. [PMID: 37982885 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-023-02222-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 11/21/2023]
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Chronic subdural hematoma (SDH) is a common disease in the neurosurgical field, and hematoma drainage through burr hole trephination has been widely considered the optimal treatment for SDH. Despite numerous investigations aimed at predicting recurrence rates and associated factors, studies have demonstrated inconsistent results. In this study, we aimed to comprehensively determine the predictive factors of chronic SDH recurrence in surgically treated patients. We retrospectively evaluated 578 consecutive patients who underwent single burr hole surgery for chronic SDH at our institute between January 2008 and December 2021. Various clinical and radiological factors in patients with and without recurrence were compared using univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses. A total of 438 patients (531 hemispheres) were analyzed. Fifty-four (10.17%) of the 531 hemispheres had recurrence of chronic SDH within 6 months. Male sex (adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 3.48; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.42-8.49), bilateral hematomas (aOR = 2.14; 95% CI, 1.05-4.35), laminar hematoma type (aOR = 2.87; 95% CI, 1.23-6.71), > 30-cm3 volume of postoperative residual hematoma (aOR = 2.99; 95% CI, 1.01-8.83), and preoperative blood glucose level of ≥ 150 mg/dL (aOR = 2.11; 95% CI, 1.10-4.05) were identified as independent factors associated with recurrence in multivariate logistic regression analysis. The present study revealed that male patients and those who had bilateral hematomas, laminar hematoma type, a large volume of hematoma after surgery, and a high preoperative blood glucose level had a higher probability of experiencing recurrent chronic SDH. We recommend close monitoring of patients 6 months postoperatively to detect subsequent chronic SDH recurrence.
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- Gi Jeong Jeon
- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 22, Gwanpyeong-Ro 170Beon-Gil, Dongan-Gu, Anyang-Si, Gyeonggi-Do, 14068, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 22, Gwanpyeong-Ro 170Beon-Gil, Dongan-Gu, Anyang-Si, Gyeonggi-Do, 14068, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 22, Gwanpyeong-Ro 170Beon-Gil, Dongan-Gu, Anyang-Si, Gyeonggi-Do, 14068, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 22, Gwanpyeong-Ro 170Beon-Gil, Dongan-Gu, Anyang-Si, Gyeonggi-Do, 14068, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 22, Gwanpyeong-Ro 170Beon-Gil, Dongan-Gu, Anyang-Si, Gyeonggi-Do, 14068, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 22, Gwanpyeong-Ro 170Beon-Gil, Dongan-Gu, Anyang-Si, Gyeonggi-Do, 14068, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 22, Gwanpyeong-Ro 170Beon-Gil, Dongan-Gu, Anyang-Si, Gyeonggi-Do, 14068, Republic of Korea.
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Eun J, Ahn S, Lee MH, Choi JG, Kim YI, Cho CB, Park JS. Potential impact of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol in the postoperative outcomes of chronic subdural hematoma patients: multi-institutional study in Korea. Lipids Health Dis 2023; 22:197. [PMID: 37978499 PMCID: PMC10655259 DOI: 10.1186/s12944-023-01970-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a common clinical situation in neurosurgical practice, but the optimal treatment option is controversial. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of cholesterol-lowering medications on and how they affected the prognoses of CSDH patients. METHODS In this multi-institutional observational study performed in Korea, data from recently treated CSDH patients were gathered from 5 hospitals. A total of 462 patients were collected from March 2010 to June 2021. Patient clinical characteristics, history of underlying diseases and their treatments, radiologic features, and surgical outcomes were analyzed. RESULTS Seventy-five patients experienced recurrences, and 62 had reoperations after the initial burr hole surgery. Among these, 15 patients with recurrences and 12 with reoperations were taking cholesterol-lowering medications. However, the use of medications did not significantly affect recurrence or reoperation rates (P = 0.350, P = 0.336, respectively). When analyzed by type of medication, no clinically relevant differences in total cholesterol (TC), triglyceride (TG), or low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels were identified. The combination of a statin drug and ezetimibe significantly elevated high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) levels (P = 0.004). TC, LDL-C, and TG levels did not significantly affect patient prognoses. However, HDL-C levels and recurrence (odds ratio (OR) = 0.96; 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.94-0.99; p = 0.010) were negatively correlated. An HDL-C level of 42.50 mg/dL was identified as the threshold for recurrence and reoperation. CONCLUSIONS In this study, using cholesterol-lowering medications did not significantly impact the prognosis of patients who underwent surgical management for a chronic subdural hematoma. However, the findings showed that the higher the HDL-C level, the lower the probability of recurrence and reoperation.
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- Jin Eun
- Department of Neurosurgery, Eunpyeong St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Uijeongbu St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yeouido St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, St. Vincent's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, St. Vincent's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Mignucci-Jiménez G, Matos-Cruz AJ, Koskay G, Hanalioglu S, Gonzalez-Romo NI, Xu Y, Kovacs MS, Preul MC, Feliciano-Valls CE. Modified Puerto Rico Recurrence Scale for chronic subdural hematomas: augmenting the grading scale with postoperative pneumocephalus volume. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2023; 165:3229-3238. [PMID: 37648846 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-023-05737-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2022] [Accepted: 06/30/2023] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Chronic subdural hematomas (CSDHs) are common in the elderly, with a relatively high rate of recurrence after initial surgical intervention. Our research team previously created a predictive grading system, the Puerto Rico Recurrence Scale (PRRS), to identify patients at high risk of CSDH recurrence. In this study, we introduce a modification of the (mPRRS) that includes pneumocephalus volume, which has been independently associated with recurrence. METHODS A single-center Puerto Rican population-based retrospective study was performed to analyze data for patients treated for CSDH at 1 institution between July 1, 2017, and December 31, 2019. Univariate and multivariate analyses were used to create a grading scale predictive of recurrence. Retrospective validation was conducted for the cohort. RESULTS Of 108 patients included in the study, 42 had recurrence, and 66 had nonrecurrence. Postoperative subdural space, postoperative midline shift, and pneumocephalus volume were all higher with recurrence (P = 0.002, P = 0.009, and P < 0.001, respectively). Multivariate analysis was used to create a 6-point grading scale comprising 3 variables (pneumocephalus volume [< 10, 10-20, 21-30, and > 30 cm3], postoperative midline shift [< 0.4, 0.41-1.0, and > 1.0 cm], and laterality [unilateral and bilateral]). Recurrence rates progressively increased in low-risk to high-risk groups (2/18 [11%] vs 21/34 [62%]; P < 0.003). CONCLUSION The mPRRS incorporating pneumocephalus measurement improves CSDH recurrence prediction. The mPRRS indicated that patients with higher scores have a greater risk of recurrence and emphasized the importance of measuring postoperative variables for prediction. The mPRRS grading scale for CSDHs may be applicable not only to the Puerto Rican population but also to the general population.
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- Giancarlo Mignucci-Jiménez
- Neurosurgery Section, Department of Surgery, University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
- The Loyal and Edith Davis Neurosurgical Research Laboratory, C/O Neuroscience Publications, Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ, 85013, USA
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- Neurosurgery Section, Department of Surgery, University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Department of Neurosurgery, Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- The Loyal and Edith Davis Neurosurgical Research Laboratory, C/O Neuroscience Publications, Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ, 85013, USA
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- The Loyal and Edith Davis Neurosurgical Research Laboratory, C/O Neuroscience Publications, Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ, 85013, USA
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- The Loyal and Edith Davis Neurosurgical Research Laboratory, C/O Neuroscience Publications, Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ, 85013, USA
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- The Loyal and Edith Davis Neurosurgical Research Laboratory, C/O Neuroscience Publications, Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ, 85013, USA
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- The Loyal and Edith Davis Neurosurgical Research Laboratory, C/O Neuroscience Publications, Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ, 85013, USA
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- The Loyal and Edith Davis Neurosurgical Research Laboratory, C/O Neuroscience Publications, Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, 350 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ, 85013, USA.
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- Neurosurgery Section, Department of Surgery, University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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Zaki PG, Bolger J, Rogowski B, Busch N, Elhamdani S, Jeong S, Li J, Leonardo J, Williamson R, Yu A, Shepard MJ. The Utility of the 5 Factor Modified Frailty Index in Outcome Prediction for Patients with Chronic Subdural Hematoma Treated with Surgical Drainage. World Neurosurg 2023; 179:e328-e341. [PMID: 37634666 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.08.085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Increasing frailty is a significant determinant of perioperative morbidity and mortality within neurosurgical literature. This study investigates the predictive value of the modified frailty index 5 (mFI-5) for postoperative morbidity and mortality following surgical drainage of chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH). METHODS A retrospective cohort study was performed on patients who underwent surgical evacuation of a cSDH. The mFI-5 score was calculated for each patient and used to stratify patients: prefrail (mFI-5<2), frail (mFI-5 = 2), and severely frail (mFI-5>2). Multivariate Cox proportional hazards (CPH) regression analysis were used to identify factors associated with our primary outcomes: overall survival and 30-day readmission. Secondary outcomes included nonhome discharge, length of stay, hematoma accumulation, development of new postoperative neurologic deficits, resolution of preoperative neurologic deficits, and a modified Rankin score >2 at discharge. RESULTS 118 patients with a mean age of 74.4 ± 11.9 years were analyzed. All baseline demographics were similar across the 3 groups. On multivariate analysis, severely frail patients (N = 24, 20.3%) had increased rates of 30-day readmission (hazard ratio [HR] 4.3, CPH regression P value<0.001) and postoperative mortality (HR 3.1, CPH regression P value<0.01) compared to the prefrail cohort. Severely frail patients had increased rates of nonhome disposition (HR 9.6, CPH regression P value< 0.001), development of new postoperative neurologic deficits (HR 2.75, CPH regression P value = 0.03), and hematoma reaccumulation (HR 4.07, CPH regression P value = 0.004). A novel scoring system accounting for patient age and frailty was predictive of 90-day mortality (area under the curve 0.77). CONCLUSIONS Frailty, measured by the mFI-5, and our novel scoring system hold a predictive value regarding outcomes for patients undergoing surgical drainage of a cSDH.
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- Peter G Zaki
- College of Medicine, Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- College of Medicine, Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- College of Medicine, Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- College of Medicine, Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Allegheny Health Network, Neuroscience Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Allegheny Health Network, Neuroscience Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Allegheny Health Network, Neuroscience Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Allegheny Health Network, Neuroscience Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Allegheny Health Network, Neuroscience Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Allegheny Health Network, Neuroscience Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Allegheny Health Network, Neuroscience Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.
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Liu Z, Wang Y, Tang T, Zhang Y, Sun Y, Kuang X, Wei T, Zhou L, Peng A, Cao D, Hongsheng W, Qi W, Chenyi W, Shan Q. Time and Influencing Factors to Chronic Subdural Hematoma Resolution After Middle Meningeal Artery Embolization. World Neurosurg 2023; 179:e6-e14. [PMID: 36924886 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.03.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2023] [Indexed: 03/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVE We sought to describe the resolution time of chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) after middle meningeal artery embolization (MMAE) and potential variables that may affect hematoma resolution. METHODS A retrospective analysis was performed on CSDH patients between December 2018 and December 2021. Patient characteristics, radiologic manifestations, and data of hematoma resolution were recorded. Univariate and multivariate analyses were conducted to identify predictors of CSDH resolution time. RESULTS A total of 53 patients were enrolled including 53 hematomas. Only 1 participant relapsed and did not require surgical evacuation. Hematoma resolution was observed in 27 (50.9%) at 4 months and 48 (90.6%) cases at the last radiologic follow-up. The median MMAE-to-resolution time was 19 weeks (interquartile range: 8-24). The burr-hole irrigation + MMAE group showed faster hematoma resolution than MMAE alone during early follow-up periods, but no significant difference was found at 6 months. Increased thickness of residual hematoma, excessive postoperative midline shift, high-density hematoma, mixed-density hematoma, separated hematoma, and anticoagulant or antiplatelet agents used were predictive of nonresolution at 4 months as determined by univariate analysis, whereas anticoagulant or antiplatelet agents used and high-density hematoma were not significant on multivariate analysis. No significant association was noted between hematoma resolution and comorbidities or other hematoma radiologic features. CONCLUSIONS MMAE is an effective and minimally invasive treatment for CSDH with a lower recurrence rate. The median resolution time of CSDH following MMAE was 19 weeks (interquartile range: 8-24). Burr-hole irrigation contributed to early hematoma resolution but had no significant effect at 6 months. In addition, residual hematoma thickness, postoperative midline shift, and specific type of hematoma were associated with delayed hematoma resolution at 4 months.
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- Zhensheng Liu
- Department of Interventional Radiology, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurology, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurology, the Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Stroke Center, the Affiliated Hospital of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China.
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Moser M, Coluccia D, Watermann C, Lehnick D, Marbacher S, Kothbauer KF, Nevzati E. Reducing morbidity associated with subdural drain placement after burr-hole drainage of unilateral chronic subdural hematomas: a retrospective series comparing conventional and modified Nelaton catheter techniques. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2023; 165:3207-3215. [PMID: 36877329 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-023-05537-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/19/2023] [Indexed: 03/07/2023]
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PURPOSE Placement of a subdural drain after burr-hole drainage of chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) significantly reduces risk of its recurrence and lowers mortality at 6 months. Nonetheless, measures to reduce morbidity related to drain placement are rarely addressed in the literature. Toward reducing drain-related morbidity, we compare outcomes achieved by conventional insertion and our proposed modification. METHODS In this retrospective series from two institutions, 362 patients underwent burr-hole drainage of unilateral cSDH with subsequent subdural drain insertion by conventional technique or modified Nelaton catheter (NC) technique. Primary endpoints were iatrogenic brain contusion or new neurological deficit. Secondary endpoints were drain misplacement, indication for computed tomography (CT) scan, re-operation for hematoma recurrence, and favorable Glasgow Outcome Scale (GOS) score (≥ 4) at final follow-up. RESULTS The 362 patients (63.8% male) in our final analysis included drains inserted in 56 patients by NC and 306 patients by conventional technique. Brain contusions or new neurological deficits occurred significantly less often in the NC (1.8%) than conventional group (10.5%) (P = .041). Compared with the conventional group, the NC group had no drain misplacement (3.6% versus 0%; P = .23) and significantly fewer non-routine CT imaging related to symptoms (36.5% versus 5.4%; P < .001). Re-operation rates and favorable GOS scores were comparable between groups. CONCLUSION We propose the NC technique as an easy-to-use measure for accurate drain positioning within the subdural space that may yield meaningful benefits for patients undergoing treatment for cSDH and vulnerable to complication risks.
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- Manuel Moser
- Department of Neurosurgery, Cantonal Hospital of Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Cantonal Hospital of Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care Medicine and Pain Therapy, University Hospital Gießen, Justus-Liebig-University, Gießen, Germany
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- Department of Health Sciences and Medicine, University of Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Cantonal Hospital of Aarau, Aarau, Switzerland
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- Formerly Department of Neurosurgery, Cantonal Hospital of Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland, and University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Cantonal Hospital of Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland
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Maroufi SF, Farahbakhsh F, Macdonald RL, Khoshnevisan A. Risk factors for recurrence of chronic subdural hematoma after surgical evacuation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Neurosurg Rev 2023; 46:270. [PMID: 37843688 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-023-02175-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2023] [Revised: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 10/02/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
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Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a common neurosurgical condition. Surgical evacuation has remained the primary treatment despite many advancements in the endovascular field. Regardless, recurrence requiring reoperation is commonly observed during the postoperative follow-up. Herein, we aimed to investigate risk factors for recurrence after surgical evacuation. A review of MEDLINE, EMBASE, Web of Science, and Scopus was conducted using the designed search string. Studies were reviewed based on the predefined eligibility criteria. Data regarding sixty potential risk factors along with operational information were extracted for analysis. A meta-analysis using the random-effect model was conducted, and each risk factor affecting the postoperative recurrence of CSDH was then evaluated and graded. A total of 198 records met the eligibility criteria. A total number of 8523 patients with recurrent CSDH and 56,096 with non-recurrent CSDH were included in the study. The recurrence rate after surgical evacuation was 12%. Fifteen preoperative, nine radiologic, four hematoma-related, and three operative and postoperative factors were associated with recurrence. Risk factors associated with recurrence after surgical evacuation are important in neurosurgical decision-making and treatment planning. Found risk factors in this study may be used as the basis for pre-operative risk assessment to choose patients who would benefit the most from surgical evacuation.
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- Seyed Farzad Maroufi
- Neurosurgical Research Network (NRN), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
- Department of Neurosurgery, Shariati Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Jalal-e-Al-e-Ahmad Hwy, Tehran, 14117-13135, Iran
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Shariati Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Jalal-e-Al-e-Ahmad Hwy, Tehran, 14117-13135, Iran
- Sports Medicine Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Shariati Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Jalal-e-Al-e-Ahmad Hwy, Tehran, 14117-13135, Iran.
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Musmar B, Spellicy S, Salim H, Abdelgadir J, Zomorodi A, Cutler A, Jabbour P, Hasan D. Comparative outcomes of middle meningeal artery embolization with statins versus embolization alone in the treatment of chronic subdural hematoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Neurosurg Rev 2023; 46:262. [PMID: 37783962 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-023-02165-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Revised: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 09/24/2023] [Indexed: 10/04/2023]
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Chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) is common among the elderly, with surgical evacuation as a prevalent treatment, facing recurrence rates up to 30%. Recently, middle meningeal artery embolization (MMAE) has emerged as a promising approach, offering reduced treatment failures and recurrence rates. Additionally, statins, known for their anti-inflammatory properties, have been considered as a potential adjunctive or sole treatment for cSDH. However, the combination of MMAE with statins remains understudied. This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to evaluate the comparative outcomes of MMAE with statins versus MMAE alone in the treatment of cSDH. A comprehensive systematic search of the PubMed, Web of Science, and SCOPUS databases was conducted. Inclusion criteria were: studies published in English between the dates of inception of each database and August 2023, studies comparing the treatment of cSDH with either MMAE + statin or MMAE alone were included. Main outcome measures were complete resolution of the hematoma at follow-up and the recurrence rates. Two studies comprising 715 patients were included; 408 patients underwent MMAE + statin; and 307 underwent MMAE alone. MMAE + statin was not significantly superior to MMAE alone in achieving complete resolution of the hematoma at follow-up (RR: 0.99; CI: 0.91 to 1.07, P = 0.84), nor was it a significant difference in rates of recurrence (RR: 1.35; CI: 0.83 to 2.17, P = 0.21) between the two groups. MMAE + statin did not demonstrate significant superiority over MMAE alone for achieving complete resolution and decreasing the recurrence rates in cSDH patients. Further research with larger, randomized studies may be required to fully elucidate the potential synergistic effects of MMAE and statins in this patient population.
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- Basel Musmar
- Department of Neurosurgery, Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC, USA
- School of Medicine, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC, USA
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- School of Medicine, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Thomas Jefferson Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC, USA.
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