Endoscope-Assisted Microsurgery of the Corpus Callosum

Abstract

The authors describe the use of a rigid endoscope lens to enhance microsurgical visualization of the corpus callosum. Using cadaver preparations, endoscopic dissection was carried out through a narrow corridor without significant retraction of the brain. The endoscope improves the operative exposure in corpus callosotomy and other transcallosal procedure.

Key words

Corpus Callosum - Endoscopy - Epilepsy - Microsurgery

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