- The Many Faces of Myxopapillary Ependymomas
This clinical report identified the spectrum of MRI characteristics and pathologic patterns of myxopapillary ependymomas. Histopathologic analysis identified a microcystic pattern in larger tumors and a solid pattern in the 4 smaller tumors. The findings suggest a possible association between cases with drop metastases and cases of large tumors with a microcystic pattern.
- Risk Factors for Unfavorable Functional Outcome after Endovascular Treatment of Cerebral Vasospasm following Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
In this study, patients’ individual risk factors, intensity, and extent of cerebral vasospasm associated with poor functional outcomes after endovascular treatment of aneurysmal SAH. Analysis showed an association of higher age, higher Hunt and Hess grades, the occurrence of rebleeding, and bihemispheric vasospasm with unfavorable outcome (mRS 3-6).
- β-Trace Protein as a Potential Biomarker for CSF-Venous Fistulas
This prospective study of patients with CVF compared the levels of β-trace protein (BTP) in paraspinal veins near the CVF with those in the peripheral blood and in the peripheral blood of controls. Venous blood at the site of the CVF was shown to have higher BTP values compared with peripheral blood in most patients with CVF. It was also found that patients with CVF had a lower peripheral blood BTP level compared with controls.
Welcome to the new AJNR, Updated Hall of Fame, and more. Read the full announcements.
AJNR is seeking candidates for the position of Associate Section Editor, AJNR Case Collection. Read the full announcement.