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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
Wang, Jia-Chi; Wong, Tai-Tong; Chen, Hsin-Hung; Chang, Po-Yao; Yang, Tsui-Fen
- 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.
- Subjects
CASE studies; NEUROPATHY; CRANIOTOMY; SURGICAL complications; NERVOUS system injuries; MAGNETIC resonance imaging
- Publication
Child's Nervous System, 2012, Vol 28, Issue 1, p159
- ISSN
0256-7040
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1007/s00381-011-1597-4