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Skull Surgery Offers Perils And Potential.
- Source :
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New York Times . 7/16/2013, Vol. 162 Issue 56199, pD1-D5. 2p. 2 Black and White Photographs. - Publication Year :
- 2013
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Abstract
- The article discusses the life-saving potential and risks associated with the use of decompressive craniectomy (hemicraniectomy) as a surgical method for treating brain trauma as of July 15, 2013. Topics addressed include patients who suffer from significant cognitive and motor impairments following the surgery, the use of hemicraniectomy in treating strokes, and research studies on the effectiveness of the procedure.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 03624331
- Volume :
- 162
- Issue :
- 56199
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- New York Times
- Publication Type :
- News
- Accession number :
- 89039407