SNI Digital Podcast

SUMMARY: Dr. Hugues Duffau, a world leading expert in brain tumor surgery, presents the first of a series of interactive Lecture-Discussions on his pioneering approach to the removal of brain tumors with the preservation of QUALITY OF LIFE for the patient. In the past gross total removal of parenchymal brain tumors was preformed without much attention to the white matter tracts connecting the diff...

SUMMARY:  The Most Common Cause of Spine Malpractice Lawsuits is the failure to Diagnose and Treat emergently Partial or Complete Cauda Equina Syndrome. The diagnosis must be made early and  Surgery must be done ASAP after that diagnosis is made.  Dr. Epstein provides a review of all the evidence supporting this decision.  Excellent Graphics and Teaching. Good for Video and Pod...

SUMMARY: Drs. Nancy Epstein and Estrada Bernard, two experienced spine surgeons discuss the management of Thoracic Discs. The major lesson is do not do a laminectomy. Then they discuss the various anterior and lateral approaches to the thoracic disc with surgical tips for the spine surgeon. How to deal with the large central disc? What to do in situations you have trouble with? Trans-pedicular, co...

SUMMARY: Dr. Giuliana Agras Menghi presents a rare complicated case of CLOVE syndrome. Listen to the clinical story. What would you do for this patient? She does not have a terminal disease. The family of 5 children has no insurance. What is your choice? From Latin American Grand Rounds. 48 Minutes; Good for video.

This video presents a pure endoscopic approach to the pineal cyst in prone position with head extension ( the so called anticoncorde position) and some head rotation. The head is in gentle extension and rotated 30 degrees to the right shoulder and a surgeon sits at the patient's left shoulder, looking into the patient's occiput.  Pineal cyst are often present on brain MRI imaging, but are rar...

SUMMARY; Dr Frank Hsu and his Skull base surgery team present a case on the management of Giant vertebral Artery Aneurysms. Drs. Eric Nussbaum and James Ausman are discussants. See the step by step description of the logic behind the surgery and the options along the way. How would you manage this case? Excellent discussion of the molecular biology and anatomy associated with this approach to the...

This educational video presents a detailed surgical case of subependymoma 15 x 19 x 17 mm located in the right ventricle, utilizing the NICO brain suction device. The author has no conflict of interests. The procedure highlights the step-by-step approach to intraventricular tumor resection, emphasizing the importance of precise anatomical navigation and the use of advanced neurosurgical tools - an...

The endoport is a cylindrical device introduced stereotactically through brain tissue to access and remove deep‑seated tumors within the brain and ventricular system under endoscopic visualization. It provides a stable surgical corridor and minimizes trauma to the surrounding brain tissue. Although many commercial endoports exist today, this 2012 video demonstrates my original expandable PVC roll...

SUMMARY: Dr. Marcelo Bartuluchi, from the Pediatric Service of FLENI in Buenos Aires, Argentina reviews the history of Hemispherectomy for patients with intractable seizures and the operative procedures. No one procedure is superior to others. He describes his technical approach in detail in this surgery in 115 patients. Excellent review of a large series experience from a internationally recogniz...

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SUMMARY:  This is a wide ranging intergenerational discussion of the ethics of new technology and lack of accessibility in impoverished areas among the YNSS and an international group specialists in NeuroMedicine and Neuroscience. Many topics are covered from Evidence Based medicine, access to healthcare; differences between LMIC and HIC in  publications, access to technology, personal achievement...

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Summary:  Neurosurgery Series; Innovation in LMIC in developing a first rate, simple, cost effective,  neuronavigation system from the web and  modern ergonomically designed instruments for neurosurgery and other specialties. Outstanding; Lecture 29 min; 7 minutes discussion; 100 attendees; 18 countries;  5/5 rating.

SUMMARY: Developing Neurosurgery in LMIC 1/5 series;  Dr. Abdulamir from Baghdad, Iraq describes the successful treatment of Movement and Spastic disorders with a Comprehensive Functional program of treatment. Parkinson's, sacral and vagal nerve stimulation; dorsal rhizotomy; pump infusion for pain; tremor, dystonia, Tourette's, chorea; and more.  Excellent accomplishments in any country. (JIA)

Summary: Excellent video of Neuroendoscopic approach to the posterior third ventricle using the transchoroidal route. 6 minutes; Subtitles only, no verbal audio.

SUMMARY:  Dr. Roman Bosnjak, a world recognized expert in Neuroendoscopy describes his original approach to the endonasal endoscopic removal of a cavernous sinus adenoma in the lateral cavernous sinus compartment with proximal dural ring resection and ICA medialization. He shows his steps to removal of this tumor with closed caption comments on the case. (7 minutes). (JIA) More reading: BOŠNJ...

SUMMARY: Dr. Matti of the Department of Neurosurgery in the Neuroscience Hospital in Baghdad, Iraq,  presents a variety of interesting cases from his large referral practice as Part 1 of his series on his surgical treatment of brain tumors; He discusses the value in intra-operative ultrasound as an operating aid. He discusses making practical decisions for complicated  cases.

SUMMARY: Dr. Samer Elbabaa presents his experience  with approaches to the pineal region using Endoscipic Assisted or Endoscopic Controlled approaches to microscopic surgery. Using the sitting position for the patient, which is uncomfortable for a single surgeon, he presents a variety of cases for the viewers to see. Dr. Ausman reviews the history of Pineal surgery from James Poppen in the 1920s a...

SUMMARY:  Dr. Epstein reviews the relevant anatomy of the lower cervical spine, symptomatology and signs related to neurological level, the details of intra-operative monitoring, 3 column injuries, wedge fracture, split fracture, incomplete and compete burst fractures, and their management. She discusses the indications for 360 degree surgery. All done with case numerous  examples; Jumped facets a...

SUMMARY:  Dr. Ramsis Ghaly, practicing Neurosurgeon, Anesthesiologist, Critical Care Specialist and Pain Management with boards in all specialties discusses the influence of Corporate Medicine on the patient, the healthcare team, and the neurosurgeon. He describes the present situation from his view after more than 35 years of practice. Ultimately the surgeon is responsible for all complications,...

SUMMARY: Dr Al-Khafaji, President of the Iraqi Neurosurgery Board, describes the educational program for trainees in the 6 year program for Iraq. He also describes his education program in his hospital, The  Neurosciences Teaching Hospital;  Baghdad, Iraq; and future plans of the Board

SUMMARY: Dr. Hugues Duffau presents case based examples in his continuing lecture series on the use of Functional Pre- ,intra-, and post op neuropsychological assessments of brain functions with anatomical knowledge of white matter fiber tracts supplemented by imaging information to create a real time functional map of the patients functioning brain. He places an interest in the brain function bef...

SUMMARY: In this 2nd Lecture in his 9 session series on Professor Hugues Duffau on Brain Surgery of the Future, discusses Awake Functional-Guided Surgery; A masterclass on How I do it". He describes his operative set up, the intra-operative Neuropsychological Testing which is performed as he does the surgery. He uses no microscope, no subcortical coagulation. He is guided by his integrated knowled...

SUMMARY: Dr. Ausman interviews Dr Russell Blaylock about his visionary discoveries shoutout his career. Before medical school he became interested in the biochemistry of Disease and was ahead of most at that time in understanding the role of biochemistry in disease. He learned on his own over the years meeting with scientists ion other disciplines and wrote about the toxicity of Fluoride, Aluminum...

This educational video delves into Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES), focusing on its clinical presentation, diagnosis, and the critical timelines for intervention. It highlights the importance of timely recognition and management of CES to prevent devastating outcomes for patients, emphasizing the neurologic and functional implications of delayed treatment. Additionally, the video discusses the legal r...