Pediatric Neurology & Neurosurgery


Postoperative Ultrasound Demonstrates Utility in Chiari Malformation
For patients with Chiari malformations, ultrasound may be a viable alternative to head CT and brain MRI.
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Continuum of Care for Cerebrospinal Fluid Disorders
Vanderbilt opens dedicated center for organizing and improving complex multi-disciplinary care for CSF.

Return-to-Play Decision Complex Following Neurological Injury
VUMC research shows that, in some cases, young athletes can safely return to play after a temporarily damaging incident.

Looking Closely at Sport-Related Concussions in Young Children
Although millions of young children play sports, they’re an understudied population for head injuries.

Ventriculostomy After Fetal Repair Enhances Care for Severe Spina Bifida
In treating hydrocephalus following fetal repair of myelomeningocele, endoscopic third ventriculostomy may be recommended.

Silent Cerebral Infarct Complicates Sickle Cell
Preventing these small brain injuries in childhood can improve cognitive functioning and help adults avoid major strokes.

Coding Expanded for Craniosynostosis
Craniofacial surgeons lead updates to an international medical code to reflect important subtype distinctions.

Comprehensive, Early Intervention for Cerebral Palsy
Clinicians from multiple specialties coalesce to identify and provide interventions for a heterogeneous population of affected children.

Advanced Computation in Neurologic Monitoring
Advancements may allow quicker therapeutic interventions.

Intervention in Early Psychosis Helps Mitigate Damage
NAVIGATE program is helping patients regain cognitive skills and minimize life disruption.