News & Press https://www.eans.org/news/default.asp Wed, 8 Jul 2026 22:03:07 GMT Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:19:00 GMT Copyright © 2026 European Association of Neurosurgical Societies Cerebrospinal Fluid Diversion Surgery in Malignant Brain Tumour-Related Hydrocephalus https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=729229 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=729229 This anonymous survey aims to explore current clinical practices and experiences regarding the use of cerebrospinal fluid diversion surgery as a palliative treatment for hydrocephalus in patients with malignant brain tumours. As evidence-based guidance in this area remains limited, your valuable insights will help better understand current approaches and challenges in clinical practice. The survey takes approximately 2 minutes to complete, and no personal data will be collected. We thank the EANS for distributing this survey to the EANS Community. The deadline is 23/07/2026.

SURVEY]]> Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:19:00 GMT International Survey on the Role of Lumbar Drains in Cranial CSF Leaks https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=727017 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=727017 International Survey on the Role of Lumbar Drains in Cranial CSF Leaks
We invite you to participate in this international survey exploring current practices in the management of traumatic and iatrogenic cranial CSF leaks. Your input is valuable, whether or not you use lumbar drains in your practice.

⏱ Completion time: approximately 7 minutes
📅 Survey closes: 31 July 2026

PARTICIPATE HERE

]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 13:49:00 GMT Invitation to participate in the COMAND-ICH Survey https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=721539 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=721539 Deadline: 30.06.2026
The COMAND-ICH (COagulation MAnagement in Neurosurgical Diseases – IntraCerebral Hemorrhage) survey seeks to map global perioperative practices in antithrombotic-medication associated spontaneous intracerebral haemorrhage (sICH), identify areas of variation, and highlight key uncertainties. Your input will directly inform an international Delphi consensus, ultimately shaping expert-based guidance for individualized coagulation management and supporting future clinical trials.

Participate here]]> Thu, 5 Mar 2026 08:31:00 GMT Survey on the Performance and Postoperative Care of Decompressive Hemicraniectomie https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=720436 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=720436

Dear Colleagues,

We kindly invite you to take part in our short online survey, which will take approximately five minutes to complete. Please answer the questions in the given order, as some of them are connected and will only appear once the preceding question has been answered.

If a question allows multiple responses, this will be clearly indicated. To ensure consistent and representative feedback, we kindly ask that only one person per department completes the survey - ideally the head of department or a senior physician.

Thank you very much for your valuable time and support!

Furthermore, we thank the EANS for distributing this survey to the EANS Community

Click here for the survey. ]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:02:00 GMT Online survey: Peritumoral Brain Zone (PTZ) https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=719376 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=719376 Join international experts in collaboration with Trinity College Dublin in shaping an international consensus definition and classification of the Peritumoral Brain Zone (PTZ) — a critical yet under-defined concept in neuro-oncology

Click here for the survey.

This is the second and final round of an iterative Delphi survey process, seeking to develop on emerging consensus statements from Survey Round 1 data (closing date Feb 15th). We thank the >60 international multi-disciplinary experts who have contributed thus far.

Dr Vincent Healy on behalf of the Delphi Peritumoral Zone Steering Committee --- Prof Mark Cunningham (Neurophysiologist) --- Dr Kate Connor (Glioma Biologist) --- Mr Kieron Sweeney (Cons Neurosurgeon) --- Mr Alan Beausang (Cons Neuropathologist) --- Prof Seamus Looby (Cons Neuroradiologist)

Funding: Health Research Board (HRB), Irish Clinical Academic Training (ICAT) programme and Trinity College Dublin (TCD) Ethics: Approved by the TCD School of Medicine Research Ethics Committee

]]> Mon, 2 Feb 2026 14:31:00 GMT Molecular Diagnostics in Neuro-Oncology: European Neurosurgeons’ Practices https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=719374 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=719374 Dear Colleague,

We invite you to participate in this survey aimed at understanding the current practices and attitudes of European neurosurgeons towards the use of molecular diagnostics in neuro-oncology. Your insights will help shape future guidelines and improve patient outcomes. The survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.

]]> Mon, 2 Feb 2026 14:26:00 GMT Invitation to participate – OVCF Survey https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=719042 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=719042 Dear Members,

On behalf of the EANS Spinal Neurosurgery Section, we invite you to participate in a survey on the management of osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCF).

The aim of this survey is to assess current practices and evaluate the variability in the assessment and management of OVCF across our community. Your participation will be invaluable in helping us better understand current trends and identify areas for improvement and harmonization of care.

Click HERE to access the survey.

Thank you in advance for your time and contribution.

Kind regards,

Pr. Enrico Tessitore
Chair, EANS Spinal Neurosurgery Section]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:47:00 GMT Invitation to participate – Neurocore-LAPS study https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=718837 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=718837 Dear colleagues,

The Neurocore-LAPS (Lumbar Approaches & Procedures for Spinal Stenosis) project aims to collect and analyze current practices and preferences in lumbar techniques for the management of
spinal stenosis.

This initiative seeks to map the diversity of surgical approaches used worldwide and to identify shared standards and trends that can inform future consensus and best-practice recommendations.
The survey should take approximately 10–15 minutes to complete.

Our working group has successfully conducted similar collaborative projects, including:
- The iMMM (intracranial Multimodal Monitoring) consensus published in Critical Care (2024)
- The SENSED (Spine Endoscopic Surgery Establishment for Disc Disease) consensus published in Brain and Spine (2025)

All participants who complete the survey will be included as co-authors under group authorship.

Contributors who take part in data analysis or manuscript writing will be acknowledged with privileged authorship positions, as discussed collegially.

This study is organized under Neurocore, a non-profit, open, and decentralized neuroscience community promoting transparent and collaborative research.

We warmly welcome all interested clinicians and researchers to join and contribute to this collective effort.

Thank you for your time and support,

Respectfully,

Thibault Remacle, MD, PhD
Mejdeddine Al Barajraji, MD
Sami Barrit, MD
Trinity Pate, MSc

Click here for the survey

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:04:00 GMT The real world management of antithrombotic therapy after Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=717276 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=717276 The real world management of antithrombotic therapy after Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): A survey among European TBI specialists

The management of antithrombotic (AT) therapy in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) remains a topic with significant practice variation. This survey aims to map out current practices regarding AT reversal strategies, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) prophylaxis initiation, and AT resumption among patients with TBI. Your input is invaluable in identifying practice variations and shaping future guidelines.

This SURVEY will take approximately 30 minutes to complete.

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:29:00 GMT Survey on Spasticity and Neurosurgery in Europe https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=717055 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=717055

Survey on Spasticity and Neurosurgery in Europe, by the EANS Frontiers in Neurosurgery Committee
Spasticity is a common and disabling neurological condition, yet surgical interventions remain unevenly developed across Europe. This survey, initiated by the EANS Frontiers Committee, seeks to understand current practices in spasticity surgery among European neurosurgeons. It aims to identify which procedures are performed, how multidisciplinary collaboration is organized, and what barriers limit wider implementation. The survey takes approximately 3–5 minutes to complete. The results will help inform strategies to support the growth and development of spasticity surgery within European neurosurgical practice.
Click HERE for the survey.

]]> Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:14:00 GMT PLOT-ICH Study - Join today! https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=716332 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=716332


At the University of Cambridge, our NIHR Global Health Research Group on Acquired Brain and Spine Injury's new global study on intracranial haemorrhage is open!

The PLOT-ICH Study is a new international prospective observational study that aims to understand global variation in patient care and pathways for non-traumatic intracranial haemorrhage.

Any centre worldwide can participate in this new project! Registration is open and you can sign up to begin data collection until June 2026.

At each site, local collaborators can form a mini team to complete data collection and validation. The data collection at each site is for 30 days, plus 30 days follow up. Only observational data is collected, anonymously through an online platform. All collaborators will receive authorship to the study publications.

Find out more and sign up!
- The study website www.plotich.org contains more information on the study
- The study documents including the protocol are found at www.plotich.org/study-documents
- Follow us on social media on X and Instagram at @plotichstugy - Get in touch at info@plotich.org with any queries

]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:07:00 GMT Call to participate in community surveys https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=715953 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=715953
EANS frequently conducts or supports scientific surveys as part of its commitment to collaborative initiatives that promote the improvement of neurosurgical practice for both patients and neurosurgeons.

Please find below some active surveys we kindly ask you to participate in:
  • Experience and Expectations within the EANS community and beyond
  • International Study on Endoscopic Management of Sagittal Craniosynostosis
  • Atypical Infections in Neurosurgical Wards
  • Survey for Authors of Neurosurgical Publications
  • Qualtrics Survey | Publication bias
And more!
Participate HERE!
]]> Wed, 3 Dec 2025 14:13:00 GMT EANS Community Survey: Share your Experience and Expectations https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=715695 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=715695
Dear EANS Community,

The EANS Individual Membership (IM) Committee is glad to invite you to take part in the survey that has been carefully designed to gather important feedback from both EANS members and non-members regarding their professional needs, expectations, and experiences within the EANS community and beyond. 

Your input will help us improve the quality and relevance of our educational offerings, strengthen professional networking opportunities, and enhance the overall value of EANS membership.

The survey is anonymous and will take approximately 5–10 minutes to complete. Your responses will be used exclusively for internal evaluation and strategic development purposes.

CLICK HERE to access the survey. 

We greatly appreciate your contribution and commitment to advancing the neurosurgical community.

Kind Regards,
The EANS IM Committee
]]> Wed, 3 Dec 2025 10:57:00 GMT International Study on Endoscopic Management of Sagittal Craniosynostosis https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=712723 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=712723
Do you treat sagittal craniosynostosis using the endoscopic technique? If so, we would like to invite you to collaborate with the research study entitled:“Global Preference Patterns in the Use of the Endoscopic Technique for the Management of Sagittal Craniosynostosis,” conducted by an international group of pediatric neurosurgeons: Dr. Juan Esteban Salas, Dr. Mark Proctor, Dr. Federico Di Rocco, Dr. Sérgio Cavalheiro, and Dr. Marcos Devanir S. da Costa.

The aim of this study is to understand the current global patterns in the use of the endoscopic technique to treat sagittal craniosynostosis, as well as to analyze technical variations—such as the number and size of incisions, patient positioning, the use of cranial orthoses postoperatively, among other relevant management aspects.

Participation consists of completing a brief questionnaire, estimated to take 5 minutes, available at the link below. The form is translated into several languages, allowing you to choose the one you are most comfortable with.

Before beginning the questionnaire, we ask that you read and sign the Informed Consent Form, prepared according to the guidelines of the Ethics Committee of the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), the institution responsible for the study’s approval.

Participation is voluntary, and all information will be handled with strict confidentiality and anonymity, used exclusively for academic and scientific purposes.

Your contribution is essential to enhance the understanding of the diverse endoscopic approaches used worldwide in the treatment of sagittal craniosynostosis.

We thank you in advance for your attention and valuable collaboration.

LINK: https://redcap.link/sagittalsynostosis

Sincerely,

Dr. Marcos Devanir da Silva Costa
Pediatric Neurosurgeon
Affiliate Professor, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Escola Paulista de Medicina
Federal University of São Paulo”]]> Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:28:00 GMT Atypical Infections in Neurosurgical Wards https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=712720 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=712720 This project is about unusual/atypical infections of the CNS, with an emphasis on infections occurring in Neurosurgical wards. This study has been going on for at least 4.5 years now at our department (Szeged - Hungary), and we are at the edge of summarizing our findings and publishing them.
This survey particularly is about CNS infections caused by Clostridium spp. , more specifically Clostridium perfringens. There have been cases of C.perfringens reported in the literature but they are not detailed and just a few of them exist. In this survey we would like to find out about the experiences of our dear colleagues all over Europe about such infectious cases and use them in our study. These data will be of great value and importance for our study.

Your participation and help is greatly appreciated.

You can access the survey here using the 🔗 👇🏽
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KBDX3KM

Dr. Arad Tahaei
Consultant Neurosurgeon - Assistant lecturer
Department of Neurosurgery
University of Szeged - Hungary

]]> Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:34:00 GMT Survey for authors of neurosurgical publications https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=710289 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=710289 Dear Colleagues,


We invite you to participate in an important international survey designed for authors of neurosurgical publications. The aim of this study is to better understand researchers’ experiences with potential publication bias in neurosurgery.


Your input is invaluable. By sharing your perspective you will contribute to a global effort to highlight and address disparities in neurosurgical research and publishing.


This initiative is led by a diverse team of neurosurgeons and researchers from across the world, with a shared commitment to improving equity and transparency in scientific communication within our field.

CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE

We sincerely thank you for your participation and support.


With appreciation,

 
]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 14:57:00 GMT Qualtrics Survey | Publication bias https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=708190 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=708190 Dear Colleagues,

We invite you to participate in an important international survey designed for authors of neurosurgical publications. The aim of this study is to better understand researchers’ experiences with potential publication bias in neurosurgery.

Your input is invaluable. By sharing your perspective you will contribute to a global effort to highlight and address disparities in neurosurgical research and publishing.

This initiative is led by a diverse team of neurosurgeons and researchers from across the world, with a shared commitment to improving equity and transparency in scientific communication within our field.

We sincerely thank you for your participation and support.

You can access the survey here using the 🔗 👇🏽
https://duke.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1Gj71NjNmAGG6ai
 
]]> Mon, 18 Aug 2025 14:44:00 GMT Survey on neurosurgeons‘ trust towards synthetic imaging https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=706608 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=706608 We would value your participation in our survey on neurosurgeons‘ trust towards synthetic imaging. Synthetic imaging methods, such as image modality conversion and synthetic tomography, are currently being developed and validated and have clear potential to aid neurosurgical patients. However, any clinical implementation would require a certain level of trust from both clinicians and patients regarding these synthetic images. The aim of this study is to assess the current attitude of neurosurgeons toward synthetically generated images of the brain and spine for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Thank you for your time,


Michelle Poelman
Victor Staartjes
Marisa Gandia González
Nikolay Gabrovsky
For the EANS ETIN Taskforce

Click here to participate

]]> Thu, 24 Jul 2025 14:17:00 GMT Management on incidental radiological findings in pediatric brain https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=705779 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=705779 a consensus of experts from EANS Section of Pediatric Neurosurgery

Dear colleagues!

With the improved availability of radiological investigations such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in high- and middle-income countries, we witness an increasing number of referrals based on incidental findings in pediatric brain imaging. There is currently no consensus among neurosurgeons as to the appropriate management of these findings. Therefore, we aim to reach a consensus among neurosurgeons organized in the Section of Pediatric Neurosurgery, the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS), and the European Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery (ESPN), as well as all other individual members of EANS.

First, we want to perform a survey on current practice. We would therefore kindly ask you to answer the questions below. All information provided will be handled confidentially.

In the next step, we will organize a joint consensus meeting during the next EANS congress in October this year and discuss the findings, in order to reach a consensus, wherever possible. Results from the survey and consensus – if reached – will be also the subject of an article that we intend to get published in Brain and Spine, the official journal of EANS.

Click here to participate.

]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 17:34:00 GMT Participate in a new international neurosurgical study - GNIOS! https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=702661 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=702661 de novo brain or spine infections (i.e., not post-operative). The project includes two components:
  • a 60-day prospective study to capture surgical consultations and procedures, and
  • an optional 12-month retrospective study to analyse seasonal trends.

 Participating sites will be acknowledged with co-authorship in resulting publications, in line with previous successful NIHR-led collaborative studies.
 
Attached is a flyer with more details below. If you are interested, please check out our website www.gnios.org get involved here, if have any questions, contact the study team via the GNIOS email (GNIOS@uct.ac.za). 
 
We would be thrilled to have you on board.
 

About GNIOS:
The Global Neuro-Infections Outcome Study (GNIOS) is a prospective, international, multi-centre observational study involving hospitals admitting both adult and paediatric patients with de novo brain or spine infections (not infections from previous surgery). The study is aimed at understanding the global burden and spectrum of infectious disease on surgical services and their outcomes. There are two components, a 60-day prospective cohort study to gather data on surgical consultations and procedures and a retrospective one-year cohort at selected sites to analyse seasonal variations. By identifying trends and key factors, this project seeks to provide comprehensive data on the surgical management and outcomes of CNS infections, highlighting regional differences and identifying areas for improvement. Despite the known global burden of infectious diseases, little is known about how this affects neurosurgical services. The findings will inform strategies to enhance surgical care and resource allocation, ultimately aiming to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with CNS infections globally. Your collaboration is essential to advancing this important field of research. Centres recruiting patients will be included as co-authors. The study is being run under the guidance of the NIHR ABSI group, co-led by Professor Tony Figaji (Cape Town) and Prof Peter Hutchinson (Cambridge).
 
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]]> Tue, 3 Jun 2025 15:09:00 GMT European Study on CSDH Treatment and MMA Embolization https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=696560 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=696560 Dear EANS member,

Given the increasing incidence of chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH), its high recurrence rate, and the expanding body of research on this condition – yet the persistent lack of consensus on optimal treatment – we aim to gain a comprehensive understanding of current treatment practices across Europe.

With the emergence of middle meningeal artery embolization (MMAe) as a potential therapeutic option, it is crucial to evaluate its adoption and acceptance in clinical practice. This study represents the first Europe-wide investigation into CSDH management strategies, with a specific focus on the role of MMAe. Our goal is to contribute to the development of standardized treatment protocols and to identify key areas where further consensus and guidelines are needed.

This study is conducted in collaboration with the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS).

We highly value your expertise and insights and kindly invite you to participate by completing our questionnaire, which will take approximately 15 minutes. Participation is entirely voluntary, and all responses will be handled with strict confidentiality.

Please click below to access the questionnaire.

CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE

Thank you in advance for your time and valuable contribution.

Best regards,

Maud de Rooij
Neurosurgery Research Student
On behalf of the Vascular section of the EANS

]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:41:00 GMT Questionnaire on DBS-related infections https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=695186 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=695186 Dear Functional Neurosurgery Community,
 
DBS-related infection is a serious complication that may lead to the interruption of a highly effective therapy. Although considered rare, every one of us has experienced such cases.
 
The EANS Functional Section would like to further understand the various strategies used for prevention and treatment. 
 
We invite you to share your experiences in our online survey to provide a broad European perspective: 

DBS related infections survey

Thank you very much for your participation!

 
Best regards,
the members of the DBS-related infections task force 
(on behalf of the EANS Functional Section)

 
]]> Tue, 4 Mar 2025 15:54:00 GMT Survey on "Gender Publication Gap" https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=692693 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=692693 On behalf of the EANS Diversity Committee, we invite you to share your perspectives and experiences by participating in our survey “Gender Publication Gap” to shed light on barriers and gender disparities in neurosurgical research and scientific publications and help pave the way for meaningful change and a more equitable future in this field.

Click below to access the survey. This questionnaire will take no longer than 10-15 minutes to answer.

CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE

or scan the QR code below

Kind Regards,

The EANS Diversity Committee

]]> Mon, 3 Feb 2025 14:11:00 GMT Mentorship in Neurosurgery https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=690672 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=690672 Mentorship has long been heralded as a cornerstone of medical education and professional development, echoing the timeless wisdom embedded within the Hippocratic Oath that equates mentors to parents, thus recognizing their pivotal role in guiding and shaping the next generation of physicians. However, in today's dynamic healthcare landscape, mentorship seems to have faded, prompting a critical examination of its current state. 

This survey aims to delve into the nuances of mentorship within the field of neurosurgery, shedding light on both its enduring significance and the contemporary challenges that may hinder its full realization. Through this exploration, we seek to gain insights that can inform strategies to optimize mentorship practices.

We warmly invite you to take part in our survey, with the assurance that your responses will remain completely anonymous and confidential. Answering all questions is optional and by submitting this form, you are providing your implied consent and confirming that you are at least 18 years old.

Thank you for participating in this survey!

Maria Karampouga, MD and Mary Murphy, MD, 

on behalf of the “GROWING” research group

 

CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE

]]> Thu, 9 Jan 2025 14:20:00 GMT Survey and potential trial on controversies in Surgical Treatment of Glioblastoma https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=682727 https://www.eans.org/news/news.asp?id=682727 Dear colleagues,
 
We would like to invite you to participate in a survey developed by Johnny Duerinck (Belgium), Asgeir Jakola (Sweden) and Alireza Mansouri (US) which aims to describe neurosurgeons' habits in glioblastoma resection, and opinions on supramarginal resection, partial resection or biopsy and treating patients with multifocal disease. If there is substantial equipoise, there may be a role for analyzing controversial areas further through randomized trials. As such, this survey will also explore feasibility of a large prospective randomized trial. In case you are interested in participating in these efforts to improve quality of evidence in surgical approaches to GBM, you can leave your email address at the end of the survey so the authors can contact you for further development of the trial. 
 
Please take a few minutes and fill out the questionnaire (see below for the link & QR code)!
 
Matthias Simon, Chair, for the EANS Tumour Section

 

Click here to participate to the survey

Or you can scan the QR code below

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