{"title":"Resection of Insular Glioma Through the Transfrontal Limiting Sulcus Approach.","authors":"Guo-Chen Sun, Kai Zhao, Xu-Jun Shu, Ruo-Yu Liu, Ma-Xiao Dong, Xiao-Lei Chen, Bai-Nan Xu","doi":"10.1227/ons.0000000000000146","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1227/ons.0000000000000146","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The current transsylvian or transopercular approaches make access difficult because of the limited exposure of insular tumors. Hence, maximal and safe removal of insular gliomas is challenging. In this article, a new approach to resect insular gliomas is presented.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>To determine whether the new transfrontal limiting sulcus approach is helpful for maximal and safe removal of insular gliomas.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The authors reported surgical techniques for insular gliomas resected through the transfrontal limiting sulcus approach. The authors evaluated the surgical resections of 69 insular gliomas performed through the new approach in their department. The extents of resection and postoperative neurological outcomes were analyzed to determine the value of this new approach.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Based on the Berger-Sanai classification, most insular gliomas were giant tumors (59.42%), followed by zone I + IV tumors (24.64%). The median (interquartile range) extent of resection of all patients was 100% (91%, 100%). The total resection rate for all gliomas was (55 of 69, 79.7%), and the total resection rate for low-grade gliomas was (28 of 40, 70%), which was significantly lower than that for high-grade gliomas (27 of 29, 93.1%) (P = .019). All patients had muscle strength greater than grade 4 3 months after surgery. Only 1 patient had a speech disorder 3 months after surgery. The median Karnofsky Performance Status score at the time of the 3-month follow-up was 90.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The transfrontal limiting sulcus approach can help to achieve maximal and safe removal of insular gliomas.</p>","PeriodicalId":520730,"journal":{"name":"Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.)","volume":" ","pages":"400-408"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"40614957","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lucas P Carlstrom, Christopher S Graffeo, Avital Perry, Bachtri T Nguyen, Amy E Alexander, Michael J Holroyd, Maria Peris-Celda, Colin L W Driscoll, Michael J Link, Jonathan M Morris
{"title":"Three-Dimensional Modeling for Augmented and Virtual Reality-Based Posterior Fossa Approach Selection Training: Technical Overview of Novel Open-Source Materials.","authors":"Lucas P Carlstrom, Christopher S Graffeo, Avital Perry, Bachtri T Nguyen, Amy E Alexander, Michael J Holroyd, Maria Peris-Celda, Colin L W Driscoll, Michael J Link, Jonathan M Morris","doi":"10.1227/ons.0000000000000154","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1227/ons.0000000000000154","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Selection of skull base approaches is a critical skill for complex cranial surgery, which demands nuanced understanding of neuroanatomy and pathology.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>To develop novel pedagogical resources for approach selection education and assessment.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A prospectively maintained skull base registry was screened for posterior fossa tumors amenable to 3-dimensional (3D) modeling of multiple operative approaches. Inclusion criteria were high-resolution preoperative and postoperative computed tomography and MRI studies (≤1 mm) and consensus that at least 3 posterior fossa craniotomies would provide feasible access. Cases were segmented using Mimics and modeled using 3-Matic. Clinical Vignettes, Approach Selection Questionnaire, and Clinical Application Questionnaire were compiled for implementation as a teaching/testing tool.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Seven cases were selected, each representing a major posterior fossa approach group. 3D models were rendered using clinical imaging for the primary operative approach, as well as a combination of laboratory neuroanatomic data and extrapolation from comparable craniotomies to generate 2 alternative approaches in each patient. Modeling data for 3D figures were uploaded to an open-sourced database in a platform-neutral fashion (.x3d) for virtual/augmented reality and 3D printing applications. A semitransparent model of each approach without pathology and with key deep structures visualized was also modeled and included for comprehensive understanding.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>We report a novel series of open-source 3D models for skull base approach selection training, with supplemental resources. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first such series designed for pedagogical purposes in skull base surgery or centered on open-source principles.</p>","PeriodicalId":520730,"journal":{"name":"Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.)","volume":" ","pages":"409-424"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"40614958","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nicholas L Deep, Evelyn L Turcotte, Bernard R Bendok
{"title":"Middle Fossa Craniotomy for Repair of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak and Plugging of Superior Semicircular Canal: 2-Dimensional Operative Video.","authors":"Nicholas L Deep, Evelyn L Turcotte, Bernard R Bendok","doi":"10.1227/ons.0000000000000183","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1227/ons.0000000000000183","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":520730,"journal":{"name":"Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.)","volume":" ","pages":"e279"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"40616869","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Commentary: Clinical Application of Saphenous Nerve Transfer for Sensory Reconstruction of the Sole After Sciatic Nerve Injury: A Case Series.","authors":"Stephen P Miranda, Eric L Zager","doi":"10.1227/ons.0000000000000202","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1227/ons.0000000000000202","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":520730,"journal":{"name":"Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.)","volume":" ","pages":"e239-e240"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"40616859","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Fabio A Frisoli, Visish M Srinivasan, Joshua S Catapano, Michael T Lawton
{"title":"Resection of a Recurrent, Irradiated Hemangiopericytoma With A3-A3 Anterior Cerebral Artery Bypass: 2-Dimensional Operative Video.","authors":"Fabio A Frisoli, Visish M Srinivasan, Joshua S Catapano, Michael T Lawton","doi":"10.1227/ons.0000000000000189","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1227/ons.0000000000000189","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":520730,"journal":{"name":"Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.)","volume":" ","pages":"e280"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"40616870","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Marios Lampros, Spyridon Voulgaris, George Α Alexiou
{"title":"Commentary: Intrathecal Fentanyl With a Myofascial Plane Block in Open Lumbar Surgeries: A Case Series.","authors":"Marios Lampros, Spyridon Voulgaris, George Α Alexiou","doi":"10.1227/ons.0000000000000196","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1227/ons.0000000000000196","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":520730,"journal":{"name":"Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.)","volume":" ","pages":"e243-e244"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"40616861","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Commentary: Kickstand Rod With Asymmetric Pedicle Subtraction Osteotomy for Treatment of Adult Kyphoscoliosis With Severe Coronal Imbalance.","authors":"D Kojo Hamilton","doi":"10.1227/ons.0000000000000190","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1227/ons.0000000000000190","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":520730,"journal":{"name":"Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.)","volume":" ","pages":"e251"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"40616862","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Commentary: Radial Nerve Branch to Anterior Interosseous Nerve Transfer to Restore Finger Pinch: 2-Dimensional Operative Video.","authors":"Stephen P Miranda, Eric L Zager","doi":"10.1227/ons.0000000000000241","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1227/ons.0000000000000241","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":520730,"journal":{"name":"Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.)","volume":" ","pages":"e277-e278"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"40616868","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}