| Literature DB >> 14963748 |
P Mitchell1, M Tseng, A D Mendelow.
Abstract
A method of opening dura for decompressive craniectomies is described. Numerous cuts intersecting in a lattice pattern allow the dura to expand in a gradual and controlled manner minimising the chances of cortical laceration or venous kinking on the craniectomy edge.Mesh:
Year: 2004 PMID: 14963748 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-003-0186-z
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Acta Neurochir (Wien) ISSN: 0001-6268 Impact factor: 2.216