Surgical indications and techniques in ischemic cerebellar stroke - results from an international survey.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Space-occupying ischemic cerebellar stroke (SOCS) is a neurological emergency, often leading to rapid deterioration due to brainstem compression and hydrocephalus.

Research question

The aim of this survey was to characterize surgical indications and techniques in SOCS.

Methods

An international survey was conducted, comprising 21 items. The first section inquired about general center characteristics and caseload. Secondly, surgical indications and techniques were investigated. The survey was carried out online via GoogleForms® from October to December 2024.

Results

A total of 216 answers were received. Most respondents worked at an academic hospital (57 %) and were consultants (76 %). A certified stroke unit was present in 169 cases (87 %), and a de

SUBMITTER: Hernandez-Duran S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12281366 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature