An awake craniotomy (AC) is a surgical procedure to remove part of the bone from the skull and expose the underlying brain, while the patient is awake for a certain duration of the procedure. Awake craniotomies have been tied to beneficial outcomes as compared to a craniotomy whereby the patient is under general anaesthesia for […]
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Organ donation in the UK
What is organ donation in the UK? Organ donation is the process whereby someone donates or gives an organ to someone in need of a transplant. The removal and placement of organs from one person to another is performed via surgery. There is an overwhelming demand for organs every year due to various conditions. As […]
Medulloblastoma
Medulloblastoma is the most common type of malignant (cancerous) primary brain tumour in children. It typically arises from the cerebellum within the vermis (“worm”), located at the lower back region of the brain. This area of the brain is involved in balance, muscle coordination and movement.
Managing Moderate and Severe Head Injuries
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability. It is most commonly graded using the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), assessed following the initial resuscitation and within 48 hours of injury. Severe is typically defined by a GCS score <9, while 9-12 represents moderate and 13-15 represents mild. [1][2] The Goal A […]
Introduction to EEGs
An EEG (electroencephalogram) is an important diagnostic tool in which electrodes placed on the scalp are used to measure the electrical activity on the surface of the brain. EEGs are primarily used in the diagnosis of epilepsy but can also be used in the diagnosis of other neurological disorders. This article will discuss the reasons […]