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Name of the University : The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Degree : MASTER OF CHIRURGIAE (M.Ch.)
Branch : BRANCH II – NEURO SURGERY
Subject Code/Name : 1583/NEURO SURGERY
Paper : III
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TNMGRMU Neuro Surgery Question Paper
Sub. Code: 1583
M.CH DEGREE EXAMINATIONS
(Higher Specialities)
(Revised Regulations for 3 years course)
Branch II – Neuro Surgery
Paper III : NEURO SURGERY
Q.P. Code: 171583
Time: Three hours
Maximum: 100 Marks
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February – 2009
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS :
Draw suitable diagrams wherever necessary. :
I. Essays: 2 x 20 = 40 Marks
1. Classification and management of pituitary macro adenoma.
2. Write an essay on colloid cyst.
II. Write short notes on: 10 X 6 = 60 Marks
1. Diffuse Axonal injury.
2. Growing fracture of the skull.
3. Gene therapy in Glioma.
4. Frameless stereotaxy.
5. Decompressive craniotomy.
6. Empty sella syndrome.
7. Vein of galen Malformation.
8. Carpal tunnel syndrome.
9. Failed back surgery syndrome.
10. Pathological laughter
August – 2009
I. Essays: 2 x 20 = 40 Marks
1. Describe the microsurgical anatomy of C.P.Angle in relation to acoustic neuroma. Discuss the clinical feature and management of acoustic neuroma.
2. Describe the microsurgical anatomy of anterior communicating artery. Discuss the various procedures used presently in treating aneurismal S.A.H.
II. Write short notes on: 10 X 6 = 60 Marks
1. Carotid body tumors.
2. Spondylolisthesis.
3. Management of acromegaly.
4. PNET.
5. Pathogenesis of myelomeningocele and its management.
6. Multiple brain abscess.
7. Odontoid fracture.
8. Rathkes cleft cyst.
9. Management of cysticercosis.
10. Neurogenic bladder.
February 2010
I. Essays: 2 x 20 = 40 Marks
1. Surgical approaches to posterior third ventricular tumors.
2. How will you proceed to investigate a case of sub arachnoid hemorrhage admitted in your ward? What are the treatment options for aneurysms?
II. Write short notes on: 10 X 6 = 60 Marks
1. Astrocytoma – pathology and prognosis.
2. Spondylolisthesis.
3. Brain stem gliomas.
4. Cushing’s diseases.
5. Cauda equina tumors.
6. International classification of epilepsy.
7. SIADH.
8. Management of cerebral metastases.
9. Spinal instability.
10. Treatment for trigeminal neuralgia.
August 2011
I. Elaborate on : P
1. Discuss the current status of radiosurgery of brain tumours.
2. Discuss in detail the biomechanics of head injury.
II. Write notes on :
1. Spetzler – Martin grading of AVMs.
2. Limitations of Glasgow Coma Scale.
3. Diffuse axonal injury.
4. Role of anticonvulsants in head injury.
5. AO Classification of thoracolumbar fractures.
6. Lateral mass fixation of cervical spine.
7. Split cord malformations.
8. Hemifacial spasm – treatment options.
9. Selective amygdalohippocampectomy.
10. Bifrontal basal interhemispheric approach.
August 2012
I. Elaborate on:
1. Colloid Cyst of Anterior IIIrd ventricle: Clinical presentation and surgical management.
2. Describe the pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of Chronic Subdural Haemtoma. What are the causes of Recurrent Subdural Haemtoma?
II. Write notes on:
1. Principles and techniques of Stereotactic surgery.
2. Management of Entrapment Neuropathy.
3. Discuss the Biomechanics of Spine.
4. Clinical features and management of OPLL.
5. Management of Posttraumatic Epilepsy.
6. Management of Failed Back Syndrome.
7. Clinical presentation of CSF Rhinorrhae.
8. Diagnosis and management of Carotico Cavernous Fistulae (C.C.F).
9. Management of Cervical spine injuries.
10. Discuss grading of Subarachnid Hemorrhage (SAH).
I. Essays: (2 x 20 = 40)
1. Describe the recent advances in Neuro-imaging techniques for the evaluation of tumour growth, vascular permeability and angiogenesis of cerebral gliomas.
2. Describe the anatomy, Histopathology, clinical features, diagnostic studies and different management options for tumors of the pineal region.
II. Write short notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
1. Define diffuse axonal injury. Describe its pathogenesis, diagnosis and management.
2. Describe diffusion tensor tractography and its application in neurosurgery.
3. Briefly describe prognosis and outcome in head injury.
4. Describe pathogenesis and management of cerebral metastases.
5. Describe various fungal infections of the central nervous system.
6. Application of a computer support system for neurological anatomical diagnosis.
7. Describe the genetic basis of neurosurgical disorders.
8. Bio-mechanism of head injury.
9. Role of Radiofrequency ablation in neurosurgical disorders.
10. Describe spinal cord stimulation and its usefulness in neurosurgical practice.