Neurosurgery Clinics of North America
Overview
Neurosurgery Clinics of North America is a reputable peer-reviewed journal that focuses on the latest advancements and research in the field of neurosurgery. With contributions from leading experts, it provides comprehensive and up-to-date information on various neurosurgical topics, including brain tumors, spinal disorders, neurovascular diseases, and functional neurosurgery. This journal serves as a valuable resource for neurosurgeons, researchers, and healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and stay informed about cutting-edge practices in neurosurgery.
Details
Details
Abbr.
Neurosurg Clin N Am
Start
1990
End
Continuing
Frequency
Quarterly
p-ISSN
1042-3680
e-ISSN
1558-1349
Country
United States
Language
English
Specialty
Neurosurgery
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 4734
75
SJR / Ranks: 5712
757
CiteScore / Ranks: 3626
6.20
JIF / Ranks: 4138
2.6
Recent Articles
1.
Hamilton M, Resnick D, Lonser R
Neurosurg Clin N Am
. 2025 Mar;
36(2):xiii-xiv.
PMID: 40054981
No abstract available.
2.
Amoozegar F
Neurosurg Clin N Am
. 2025 Mar;
36(2):299-309.
PMID: 40054980
Spinal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks occur due to CSF volume loss at the level of the spine. They can occur spontaneously, from trauma, or iatrogenic causes. Classically, patients present with...
3.
Benard-Seguin E, Costello F
Neurosurg Clin N Am
. 2025 Mar;
36(2):281-298.
PMID: 40054979
Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) is becoming an increasingly common health care concern as global obesity rates rise. Physicians need to be familiar with the salient clinical features of this condition...
4.
Zwimpfer T, Hamilton M
Neurosurg Clin N Am
. 2025 Mar;
36(2):269-279.
PMID: 40054978
Intraventricular and periventricular lesions often result in obstructive hydrocephalus and can be effectively managed by ventriculoscopy. This avoids the significant risk of injury to vascular and neural structures that are...
5.
Schulz L, Edwards S, Hamilton M, Isaacs A
Neurosurg Clin N Am
. 2025 Mar;
36(2):255-268.
PMID: 40054977
This article provides an in-depth review of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) shunts for managing hydrocephalus and idiopathic intracranial hypertension, with a focus on advanced surgical techniques and strategies to prevent complications....
6.
DAntona L, Toma A
Neurosurg Clin N Am
. 2025 Mar;
36(2):247-254.
PMID: 40054976
The introduction of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) drainage shunts has made treatment of hydrocephalus possible. However, failure rate is still high. Choice of shunt components could significantly reduce the need for...
7.
Edwards R, Wildman J
Neurosurg Clin N Am
. 2025 Mar;
36(2):233-246.
PMID: 40054975
Lumbar puncture is a frequently used procedure in the diagnosis and treatment of CSF disorders. Specialized tests such as the lumbar tap test and CSF infusion study are often used...
8.
Kamalian A, Masoudi M, Foroughmand I, Moghekar A
Neurosurg Clin N Am
. 2025 Mar;
36(2):207-231.
PMID: 40054974
Idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH) is a treatable condition marked by gait disturbances, cognitive decline, and urinary incontinence. Biomarkers play a crucial role in distinguishing iNPH from Alzheimer's disease (AD)...
9.
Hamilton M, Williams M, Edwards S, Tullberg M
Neurosurg Clin N Am
. 2025 Mar;
36(2):199-205.
PMID: 40054973
In 1965, Hakim and Adams described 3 patients with normal pressure hydrocephalus who responded to treatment with a ventriculoatrial shunt. Afterward the adoption of shunt treatment without clear diagnostic criteria...
10.
Yamada S
Neurosurg Clin N Am
. 2025 Mar;
36(2):183-197.
PMID: 40054972
Ventricle expansion and disproportionately enlarged subarachnoid-space hydrocephalus (DESH) are the hallmark features of idiopathic normal-pressure hydrocephalus, which has recently also been referred to as Hakim's disease. DESH refers to the...