According to a team of researchers in Boston and Arizona, we may now be able to detect abnormal markers related to the brain condition chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in living adults. CTE is a unique condition in that it can only be diagnosed during an autopsy, so while we believe their may be indications of […]
The Differences Between A Craniotomy, Craniectomy and Cranioplasty
When it comes to brain surgery, there are a number of different techniques surgeons can use to access the brain and provide their patient with the best care. A craniotomy, a craniectomy and a cranioplasty are just three of the common operations a neurosurgeon can use, and while they all sound the same, they involve […]
Neurosurgeon Performs Brain Surgery On Patient 1,800 Miles Away
A surgeon in China performed the first remote brain surgery over a 5G network on a patient located more than 1,800 miles away. Dr. Ling Zhipei, chief physician of the First Medical Center at China’s PLA General Hospital, performed the operation over the weekend using the 5G technology. The patient was suffering from Parkinson’s disease, […]
The Most Common Sports For Head Injuries
Sports are a pastime for many kids and teens growing up, but athletic activity is also one of the most common ways that kids suffer injuries. Bumps and bruises are common during sports, but more severe injuries also occur despite our best efforts at prevention. Medical data shows that nearly 300,000 kids and teens are […]
The Causes, Symptoms and Treatments For Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus is a medical condition in which excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up within the ventricles of the brain, leading to increased pressure in the head. It’s a condition that more commonly affects newborns and infants, but it can also develop during childhood or in adults. Medical data suggest that it affects about one in […]
- 1
- 2
- 3
- …
- 17
- Next Page »