Welcome to the Neurosurgical Case Questions and Answers

It is with great enthusiasm that we introduce this dedicated section, conceived by Professor Mohamed Hassan Mansour, the esteemed Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Al-Azhar University. This initiative aims to create a valuable educational resource where students, residents, and practicing neurosurgeons can engage with challenging neurosurgical cases. Each case is accompanied by thought-provoking questions and comprehensive answers, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional development.

Our vision is to cultivate a robust learning platform that not only enhances clinical skills but also promotes critical thinking and knowledge-sharing among our neurosurgical community. The cases presented cover a wide spectrum of neurosurgical scenarios, providing practical insights and up-to-date information on the latest surgical techniques and medical advancements. This resource is designed to be dynamic, evolving with contributions from leading experts in the field, ensuring that it remains a relevant and invaluable tool for education and practice.

By engaging with these cases, we aim to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical practice, preparing our learners for real-world challenges. This platform also serves as a testament to our department’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and the continual advancement of neurosurgical science.

We invite you to explore these cases, test your understanding, and actively participate in discussions. Your feedback and insights are highly valued, as they contribute to the growth and enrichment of our neurosurgical community.

Thank you for being part of this educational journey. Together, we can advance the field of neurosurgery and improve patient care.

Warm regards,

Professor Mohamed Hassan Mansour
Head of the Neurosurgery Department
Al-Azhar University

You can scroll cases here :

• Case 1 Cervical disc prolapse
• Case 2 Chiari malformation type 2 (CM-II)
• Case 3 Convexity meningioma
• Case 4 Meningioma En-plaque
• Case 5 Lumbar disc prolapse
• Case 6 Oligodendroglioma
• Case 8 Sphenoid wing meningioma
• Case 9 Lumbar canal stenosis
• Case 10 Chiari malformation type 1 (CM-I)
• Case 11 High Grade glioma
• Case 12 Recurrent lumbar disc prolapse
• Case 13 Olfactory groove meningioma
• Case 14 Spinal Metastasis
• Case 15 Skull lesion
• Case 16 Spondylolithesis
• Case 17 Multiple brain lesions
• Case 18  Lumbar canal stenosis
• Case 19 Aqueductal stenosis
• Case 20 CPA schwannoma
• Case 21 Cervical spondylotic myelopathy
• Case 22 Pituitary macroadenoma
• Case 23 Drug Resistant epilepsy (mesial temporal abnormality
• Case 24 Spinal aneurysmal bone cyst
• The Pterion