Study design Systematic review update. Objectives Interventions that aim to optimize spinal
cord perfusion are thought to play an important role in minimizing secondary ischemic …

Described in antiquity as a “medical condition that should not be treated,” spinal cord injury
(SCI) has undergone a dramatic revolution in management that has improved both survival …

Objective The secondary phase of spinal cord injury (SCI) is characterized by ischemic
injury. Spinal cord perfusion pressure (SCPP), calculated as the difference between mean …

Ultrasound technology can provide high-resolution imaging of blood flow following spinal
cord injury (SCI). Blood flow imaging may improve critical care management of SCI, yet its …

Introduction Cervical spondyloptosis is a rare complication of high-energy trauma which
often results in significant patient morbidity and mortality. The authors present a case of …

Background Various methods for measuring intrathecal pressure (ITP) after spinal cord
injury (SCI) to guide hemodynamic management have been investigated. To synthesize the …

Management of pediatric spinal cord injury (SCI) is an essential skill for all pediatric
neurocritical care physicians. In this review, we focus on the evaluation and management of …

Background Spinal cord ischemia is one of the complications that can occur after open and
endovascular thoracoabdominal aortic repair. This occurs despite various perioperative …

Approximately 900,000 spinal cord injuries (SCI) occur each year. Understanding the
severity and progression of the injury can help tailor the treatment plan to optimize a …

Introduction An acute spinal cord injury (SCI) results in significant morbidity worldwide.
Guidelines recommend mean arterial pressure (MAP) augmentation to prevent …