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The Prions 🦠 Attack!
BSB Beyond The Headlines
Innovation and Challenges in Neurosurgery
We are taking a quick break from our Rhoton Collection series to showcase the second episode from our BSB video podcast series, featuring Prof Jenkinson! Click below to watch.
Deep Dive
Metabolic Networks in Asymptomatic Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
The following article investigates the reconfiguration of brain metabolic networks in asymptomatic carriers of the PRNP G114V mutation associated with genetic Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (gCJD). Using advanced imaging techniques like FDG PET and graph theory analysis, the study delves into alterations in metabolic connectivity and network topology, which might occur years before the onset of clinical symptoms. By analyzing subnetworks such as the default mode, salience, and central executive networks, the research provides insight into potential biomarkers for early detection of CJD. How significant are these reconfigurations in predicting the disease's progression? Click on the PDF below to learn more!
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Your Neuro Take
Diagnostic Doctor 🩺
Have a crack at interpreting the MRI scan! Follow us on LinkedIn for more.
Neuro Nuggets
MRI Neuroanatomy
Do you know your MRI neuroanatomy? Click below to practice!
MRI Neuroanatomy 101 🧠
The red nuclei (red), mammillary bodies (pink), optic tracts (yellow), & cerebral peduncles (dark blue) are marked here.
Fibers of the cerebral peduncle are organized from anteromedial to posterolateral as:
- frontopontine (FP)
- corticobulbar (CB)
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Neuro Calendar
CESR Workshop for UK Neurosurgeons
We just held our second workshop over the past weekend! Here is what some of our participants had to say:
“The practical examples and comprehensive guidance made it an invaluable resource for CESR applicants.”
“A target-oriented workshop that provided essential insights into the necessary paperwork and evidence requirements.”
More workshops are coming soon. Here is why you should join:
🚀 Step-by-Step CESR Application Guide: Unlock your complex application with detailed, easy-to-follow guidance.
📂 Example Successful Evidence: Access proven templates to strengthen and validate your submission.
🩺 Live Application Review: Get real-time feedback from professionals to refine your application.
✅ How to avoid common mistakes in collecting needed evidence
Society of British Neurological Surgeons
Time has flown and it is not too long before the next spring conference run by the Society of British Neurological Surgeons! Click on the picture below to register.
Frontiers in Innovation and Market
Advancements in Neurotechnology
The neurosurgery navigation software market is experiencing significant growth, driven by technological advancements and the increasing complexity of neurosurgical procedures. Companies like Brainlab are at the forefront, offering comprehensive solutions that integrate surgical planning, navigation, and intraoperative imaging. Brainlab's products, such as Curve Navigation and the Loop-X imaging robot, exemplify the industry's move towards more precise and efficient surgical interventions. These innovations aim to enhance surgical accuracy, improve patient outcomes, and streamline operating room workflows. The market's expansion reflects a broader trend towards adopting advanced healthcare technologies to meet modern medical practices' demands. This article is a MUST-READ for avid tech enthusiasts keen on 3D visualization technology—click the link below to have a read!
Beyond
Presenting Skills
Regardless of profession, public speaking remains one of many ways to convey ideas to an audience. Yet, it remains one of the biggest fears amongst adults today. The following article demonstrates how to leverage quantitative data and qualitative epilogues to convey an important message.
