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    Decompressive craniotomy can be life-saving for patients experiencing malignant middle cerebral artery infarctions. Early surgical intervention can lead to improved functional outcomes in cases with poor prognoses.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Neurosurgery

    Background:

    • Large cerebral infarctions, particularly those involving the middle cerebral artery, are often associated with a poor patient prognosis.
    • Progressive neurological deficit following such events typically indicates a uniformly negative outlook.

    Observation:

    • This study presents two cases of patients with large middle cerebral artery infarctions.
    • Both patients experienced progressive neurological deficits, suggesting a typically poor prognosis.

    Findings:

    • A decompressive craniotomy was performed in both cases.
    • The surgical intervention was life-saving and resulted in a positive functional outcome for both patients.

    Implications:

    • Decompressive craniotomy should be considered as a viable treatment option for select patients with malignant cerebral infarctions.

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  • Further discussion on patient selection, and the optimal timing and extent of cranial decompression is warranted.