BACKGROUND Cranioplasty is a ubiquitous neurosurgical procedure consisting of
reconstruction of a pre-existing calvarial defect. Many materials are available, including …

There are two controversial surgery methods which are traditionally used: craniotomy and
decompressive craniectomy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and …

In patients who have undergone decompressive craniectomy (DC), subsequent cranioplasty
is required to reconstruct cranial defects. Surgical site infection (SSI) following cranioplasty …

Definitions 2 Historical Development of Neuroprotection 3 Neurophysiological Basis of
Neuroprotection 4 Astrocytic Glycogen-Derived Lactate as Fuel for the Brain 4 Gene …

BACKGROUND Autologous bone removed during craniectomy is often the material of
choice in cranioplasty procedures. However, when the patient's own bone is not appropriate …

Background Manual moulding of cranioplasty implants after craniectomy is feasible, but
does not always yield satisfying cosmetic results. In contrast, 3D printing can provide precise …

Background Cranioplasty is an increasingly common procedure performed in neurosurgical
centres following a decompressive craniectomy (DC), however, timing of the procedure …

Background Secondary cranioplasty (CP) plays a key role in restoring cranial vault anatomy
and normal brain function following decompressive craniectomy (DC). The scientific …

Background Decompressive craniectomy (DC) is a common neurosurgical intervention for
severe traumatic brain injury (TBI), as well as malignant stroke, malignancy and infection …

Background Management of cranial defects following failed cranioplasty due to titanium
mesh exposure and infection is challenging. The purpose of this report is to describe a …