Early versus Late Decompressive Craniectomy in Pediatrics with Traumatic Brain Injuries: A Retrospective Study
DC remains a crucial intervention for pediatric patients with severe TBI, primarily to control ICP. Our study found no significant difference in outcomes between early and late DC, aligning with prior research. However, pupillary abnormalities emerged as a key prognostic factor. Our findings highlight the need for further prospective multicenter studies to refine surgical timing for optimal outcomes.
Authors
- Shaden Tashtoush (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0519-1419)
- Saif Aldeen Rawabdeh
- Suleiman Shaheer Daoud (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4754-2635)
- Sultan M. Jarrar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4580-3857)
- Amer A. Jaradat (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4001-7926)
- Omar R. Ahmad (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1162-2177)
- Mohammad Jamous
- Mohammed M. Al Barbarawi
- Atef F. Hulliel (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-0121-6397)
- Sleem Ra'id Almasanat
Institutions
- Jordan University of Science and Technology (JO)
- King Abdullah University Hospital (JO)
Publication Details
- Journal
- World Neurosurgery
- Published
- 2025-02-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wneu.2025.123827
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Traumatic Brain Injury and Neurovascular Disturbances
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.78