[Postoperative management following decompressive hemicraniectomy for malignant middle cerebral artery infarction-A German nationwide survey study].

ABSTRACT:

Background

Malignant middle cerebral artery infarction is a potentially life-threatening disease. Decompressive hemicraniectomy constitutes an evidence-based treatment practice, especially in patients under 60 years of age; however, recommendations with respect to postoperative management and particularly duration of postoperative sedation lack standardization.

Objective

This survey study aimed to analyze the current situation of patients with malignant middle cerebral artery infarction following hemicraniectomy in the neurointensive care setting.

Material and methods

From 20 September 2021 to 31 October 2021, 43 members of the initiative of German neurointensive trial engagement (IGNITE) network were invited to participate in a standardized anonymous online survey. D

SUBMITTER: Schoene D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10157548 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature