Timing of Decompressive Craniectomy for Malignant Middle Cerebral Artery Infarction: A Single-Center Analysis
<i>Background and aim</i>: Malignant middle cerebral artery infarction (MMCAI) usually leads to brain edema that may result in transtentorial herniation and brainstem compression. The prognosis of MMCAI is generally poor. The aim of this study was to discuss our experience with surgical...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-01-01
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Series: | Medicina |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1010-660X/55/2/31 |