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  • 1
    In: Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology, Springer Science and Business Media LLC, Vol. 145, No. 4 ( 2019-4), p. 1037-1042
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    ISSN: 0171-5216 , 1432-1335
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    Language: English
    Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
    Publication Date: 2019
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    In: Journal of the Neurological Sciences, Elsevier BV, Vol. 420 ( 2021-01), p. 117240-
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    ISSN: 0022-510X
    Language: English
    Publisher: Elsevier BV
    Publication Date: 2021
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    In: Therapeutic Advances in Neurological Disorders, SAGE Publications, Vol. 14 ( 2021-01), p. 175628642110556-
    Abstract: Spinal cord ependymomas account for 3–6% of all central nervous system tumors and around 60% of all intramedullary tumors. The aim of this study was to analyze the neurological outcome after surgery and to determine prognostic factors for functional outcome. Patients and Methods: Patients treated surgically due to a spinal cord ependymoma between 1990 and 2018 were retrospectively included. Demographics, neurological symptoms, radiological parameters, histopathology, and neurological outcome (using McCormick Score [MCS]) were analyzed. Possible prognostic factors for neurological outcome were evaluated. Results: In total, 148 patients were included (76 males, 51.4%). The mean age was 46.7 ± 15.3 years. The median follow-up period was 6.8 ± 5.4 years. The prevalence was mostly in the lumbar spine (45.9%), followed by the thoracic spine (28.4%) and cervical spine (25.7%). Gross-total resection was achieved in 129 patients (87.2%). The recurrence rate was 8.1% and depended on the extent of tumor resection ( p = 0.001). Postoperative temporary neurological deterioration was observed in 63.2% of patients with ependymomas of the cervical spine, 50.0% of patients with ependymomas of the thoracic spine, and 7.4% of patients with ependymomas of the lumbosacral region. MCS 1–2 was detected in nearly two-thirds of patients with cervical and thoracic spinal cord ependymoma 36 months after surgery. Neurological recovery was superior in thoracic spine ependymomas compared with cervical spine ependymomas. Poor preoperative functional condition (MCS 〉 2), cervical and thoracic spine location, and tumor extension 〉 2 vertebrae were independent predictors of poor neurological outcome. Conclusion: Neurological deterioration was seen in the majority of cervical and thoracic spine ependymomas. Postoperative improvement was less in thoracic cervical spine ependymomas compared with thoracic spine ependymomas. Poor preoperative status and especially tumor extension 〉 2 vertebrae are predictors of poor neurological outcome (MCS 〉 2).
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1756-2864 , 1756-2864
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2021
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    In: Scientific Reports, Springer Science and Business Media LLC, Vol. 12, No. 1 ( 2022-12-01)
    Abstract: Anemia is a common, treatable condition in patients with aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) and has been associated with poor outcome. As there are still no guidelines for anemia management after aneurysm rupture, we aimed to identify outcome-relevant severity of anemia in SAH. We systematically searched PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library for publications before Oct 23rd, 2022, reporting on anemia in SAH patients. The presence and severity of anemia were assessed according to the reported hemoglobin values and/or institutional thresholds for red blood cells transfusion (RBCT). Out of 1863 original records, 40 full-text articles with a total of 14,701 patients treated between 1996 and 2020 were included in the final analysis (mean 445.48 patients per study). A substantial portion of patients developed anemia during SAH (mean pooled prevalence 40.76%, range 28.3–82.6%). RBCT was administered in a third of the cases (mean 32.07%, range 7.8–88.6%), with institutional threshold varying from 7.00 to 10.00 g/dL (mean 8.5 g/dL). Anemia at the onset of SAH showed no impact on SAH outcome. In contrast, even slight anemia (nadir hemoglobin  〈  11.0–11.5 g/dL) occurring during SAH was associated with the risk of cerebral infarction and poor outcome at discharge and follow-up. The strongest association with SAH outcome was observed for nadir hemoglobin values ranging between 9.0 and 10.0 g/dL. The effect of anemia on SAH mortality was marginal. The development of anemia during SAH is associated with the risk of cerebral infarction and poor outcome at discharge and follow-up. Outcome-relevant severity of post-SAH anemia begins at hemoglobin levels clearly above the thresholds commonly set for RBCT. Our findings underline the need for further studies to define the optimal management of anemia in SAH patients.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 2045-2322
    Language: English
    Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
    Publication Date: 2022
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    In: Neurology, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 94, No. 5 ( 2020-02-04), p. e529-e537
    Abstract: To determine the role of olfactory function in patients with glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) as a prognostic clinical measure. Methods In a prospective case-control study, olfactory testing was performed in 73 patients with primary GBM at baseline during first-line treatment and at later follow-ups. An age-matched control cohort consisted of 49 patients with neurologic diseases, excluding those known to affect olfactory function per se. Depending on the olfactory testing score, patients were allotted to a hyposmia group (HG) or normosmia group (NG). MRI analysis was performed to assess whether tumor location affects olfactory pathways. Results Patients with GBM had olfactory dysfunction significantly more often compared to the control cohort ( p = 0.003). Tumor location could not explain this finding since no relevant difference in MRI-based olfactory pathway involvement was found between HG and NG ( p = 0.131). Patients with olfactory dysfunction had significantly worse overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS) compared to those without dysfunction (median OS 20.9 vs 40.6 months, p = 0.035; median PFS, 9 vs 19 months, p = 0.022). Multivariate analysis in patients without MRI-based involvement of olfactory pathways confirmed olfaction is an independent prognostic factor for OS (hazard ratio [HR] 0.43; p = 0.042) and PFS (HR 0.51; p = 0.049). Conclusion This pilot study provides the first indication that olfactory dysfunction is frequently observed in GBM and may be associated with worse survival outcome in GBM. However, validation of these results in an independent cohort is needed.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0028-3878 , 1526-632X
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    Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
    Publication Date: 2020
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    In: Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine, Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group (JNSPG), Vol. 36, No. 6 ( 2022-06-01), p. 1030-1034
    Abstract: Cavernous spinal cord malformations (SCMs) are believed to have a high rate of bleeding. The risk of intramedullary hemorrhage (IMH) or recurrent IMH and the neurological impact of bleeding events are important for clinical decision-making and could impact current treatment strategies. METHODS The authors screened their institutional database for patients with cavernous SCM treated between 2003 and 2020. Patients with complete MRI data sets and clinical baseline characteristics were included. Surgically treated patients were censored after cavernous SCM removal. Neurological functional status was obtained using the modified McCormick (MMcC) scale at diagnosis, first IMH, and second IMH. Kaplan-Meier and Cox regression analyses were performed to determine the cumulative 5-year risk for hemorrhage or rehemorrhage. RESULTS Seventy-one patients with cavernous SCM were analyzed. Cox regression analysis identified previous IMH (hazard ratio 7.86, 95% confidence interval 1.01–61.47, p = 0.049) as an independent predictor for rehemorrhage during the 5-year follow-up. The cumulative 5-year risk of bleeding or rebleeding was 41.3% for cavernous SCM. The MMcC score significantly deteriorated in 75% of patients after recurrent hemorrhage (p = 0.012). CONCLUSIONS During untreated 5-year follow-up, a considerably increased risk for hemorrhage or rehemorrhage was found in cavernous malformations of the spinal cord compared to cerebral cavernous malformations. Neurological function significantly deteriorates after the second bleeding. The probability of recurrent IMH increased significantly after initial presentation with hemorrhage.
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    ISSN: 1547-5654
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    Publisher: Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group (JNSPG)
    Publication Date: 2022
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    In:  Molecular Neurobiology Vol. 56, No. 9 ( 2019-9), p. 6071-6079
    In: Molecular Neurobiology, Springer Science and Business Media LLC, Vol. 56, No. 9 ( 2019-9), p. 6071-6079
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0893-7648 , 1559-1182
    Language: English
    Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
    Publication Date: 2019
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    In: Journal of Neurosurgery, Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group (JNSPG), ( 2020-10), p. 1-9
    Abstract: The object of this study was to assess outcome after surgery for brainstem cavernous malformations (BSCMs) using functional, health-related quality of life (HRQOL), and psychological surveys to analyze the interrelation of these measurements, and to compare HRQOL and anxiety and depression scores with those in a healthy population. METHODS The authors performed a cross-sectional outcome study of all patients surgically treated for BSCM in their department between January 1, 2003, and December 31, 2019. They assessed functional outcome via the modified Rankin Scale (mRS), health-related quality of life (HRQOL) via the SF-36 and 9-item Life Satisfaction Questionnaire (LISAT-9), cranial nerve and brainstem function using a questionnaire, symptom-based psychological outcome via the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), and timepoint of a return to previous employment. They analyzed the correlation between absolute (mRS score ≤ 2) and relative (postoperative deterioration in initial mRS score) outcome endpoints and the interrelation of the outcome measures and performed a comparison of HRQOL and HADS scores with findings in a healthy population. RESULTS Seventy-four patients were eligible for inclusion in the study. HRQOL was impaired after surgery for BSCM compared to that in a healthy population. This impairment was substantial in patients with an unfavorable functional outcome (mRS 〉 2) but was also present in those with a favorable outcome (mRS ≤ 2) in selected domains. Psychological impairment was negligible in patients with a favorable outcome and grave in those with an unfavorable outcome. LISAT-9 results revealed that brainstem and cranial nerve symptoms reduce satisfaction mainly in self-care abilities for both unfavorable and favorable outcome patients. Among the brainstem and cranial nerve symptoms, balance impairment showed the most significant impact on HRQOL. Absolute outcome endpoints were superior to relative outcome endpoints in reflecting impairment in HRQOL after surgery. CONCLUSIONS The study data can improve patient counseling and decision-making in BSCM treatment and may function as a benchmark. The authors report outcomes after BSCM surgery in high detail, emphasizing the specific impact of cranial nerve and brainstem symptoms on HRQOL. When reporting BSCM surgery outcome, absolute outcome endpoints should be applied.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0022-3085 , 1933-0693
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    Publisher: Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group (JNSPG)
    Publication Date: 2020
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    In: European Journal of Neurology, Wiley, Vol. 29, No. 3 ( 2022-03), p. 865-872
    Abstract: This study aimed to assess the occurrence and significance of postoperative neuropathic pain (NP) in patients with surgically treated brainstem cavernous malformations (BSCMs). Methods Seventy‐four BSCM patients surgically treated between 2003 and 2019 were reviewed for the occurrence of postoperative NP and related treatment. The relevance of BSCM location, preoperative characteristics, influence on functional outcome, postoperative health‐related quality of life (HRQOL) and life satisfaction was evaluated. Results Six out of 74 patients (8%) suffered from NP. The Leeds Assessment of Neuropathic Symptoms and Signs scores ranged from 12 to 16 (mean 14.28 ± 1.6). Visual analog scale pain was 5.2 ± 2.0. NP had no effect on preoperative characteristics or functional outcome. Bodily pain (HRQOL) and vocational time (life satisfaction) were significantly decreased in NP compared to non‐NP patients. Specific BSCM location (regarding brainstem nuclei involved in pain processing) and other preoperative patient‐ and BSCM‐related parameters were not associated with the occurrence of postoperative NP. Three out of six patients were currently under NP‐specific treatment. The proportion of patients suffering from postoperative NP (8%) was substantially higher compared to previously published studies. The pain affected the HRQOL of patients, most of whom were insufficiently treated and not satisfied with treatment results. Conclusion Our findings may help to raise awareness for postoperative NP in BSCM, which is essential to improve diagnosis and initiation of proper treatment, as well as preoperative informed consent of patients.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1351-5101 , 1468-1331
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    Language: English
    Publisher: Wiley
    Publication Date: 2022
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    In: European Journal of Neurology, Wiley, Vol. 29, No. 5 ( 2022-05), p. 1427-1434
    Abstract: Analyze and compare the natural course of confirmed familial cerebral cavernous malformation (FCCM), assumed FCCM and non‐familial multiple cerebral cavernous malformation (CCM) disease over a 5‐year period. Methods Our institutional database was screened for patients with CCM admitted between 2003 and 2020. Patients with complete magnetic resonance imaging dataset, evidence of multiple CCM, clinical baseline characteristics, and follow‐up examination were included. Patients were separated into confirmed familial cases, assumed familial cases or non‐familial multiple cavernous malformations. Kaplan–Meier and Cox regression analyses were performed to determine the cumulative 5‐year risk for hemorrhage and recurrent hemorrhage. Results A total of 238 patients with multiple CCM were analyzed; 90 individuals had a confirmed FCCM disease, 115 an assumed FCCM, and 33 were allocated to the non‐FCCM group. Univariate Cox regression analysis identified intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) as mode of presentation ( p  = 0.001) as a predictor for occurrence of recurrent hemorrhage during the 5‐year follow‐up (FU). The cumulative 5‐year risk of (re)bleeding was 21.6% for the entire cohort, 30.7% for patients with ICH at diagnosis, 22.1% for those patients with a confirmed diagnosis of FCCM, 23.5% for those with an assumed FCCM, and 21% for the non‐FCCM cases. Conclusions FCCM patients with ICH at diagnosis are prone to develop rebleeding. During untreated 5‐year FU, FCCM patients and patients with sporadic multiple CCM reveal an almost equal susceptibility for (re)hemorrhage. Moreover, confirmed, assumed and non‐FCCM patients showed an equal cumulative 5‐year risk of symptomatic ICH. The probability of hemorrhage tends to increase over time, particularly in cases with ICH at presentation.
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    ISSN: 1351-5101 , 1468-1331
    URL: Issue
    Language: English
    Publisher: Wiley
    Publication Date: 2022
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