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01-01-2012 | Case Report

Bilateral sciatic neuropathy as a complication of craniotomy performed in the sitting position: localization of nerve injury by using magnetic resonance imaging

Authors: Jia-Chi Wang, Tai-Tong Wong, Hsin-Hung Chen, Po-Yao Chang, Tsui-Fen Yang

Published in: Child's Nervous System | Issue 1/2012

Abstract

Introduction

Sciatic neuropathy is a rare but serious complication following surgery performed in the sitting position.

Methods

We report a case of a 12-year-old boy who developed bilateral sciatic neuropathy after a 9-h-long craniotomy while in the sitting position.

Results

Magnetic resonance imaging for the lower extremities revealed bilateral swelling of the sciatic nerves near the ischial tuberosities.

Conclusion

A heightened awareness of sciatic nerve injury during prolonged surgery in the sitting position may make early diagnosis possible and allow prevention of further neurologic injury.

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Title: Bilateral sciatic neuropathy as a complication of craniotomy performed in the sitting position: localization of nerve injury by using magnetic resonance imaging
Authors: Jia-Chi Wang
Tai-Tong Wong
Hsin-Hung Chen
Po-Yao Chang
Tsui-Fen Yang
Publication date: 01-01-2012
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Child's Nervous System / Issue 1/2012
Print ISSN: 0256-7040
Electronic ISSN: 1433-0350
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-011-1597-4

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Bilateral sciatic neuropathy as a complication of craniotomy performed in the sitting position: localization of nerve injury by using magnetic resonance imaging

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Results

Conclusion

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Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Results

Conclusion

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