Laser Ablation Therapy for Pediatric Patients with Intracranial Lesions in Eloquent Areas

Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) is an alternative, less-invasive, and, in some circumstances, effective treatment for patients with intracranial pathology including epilepsy and some tumors. For intracranial lesions in eloquent areas, resection by conventional craniotomy proves often to be a challenge, including in the care of pediatric patients. Herein, we reviewed our experience with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-guided LITT as treatment for pediatric patients with intracranial lesions in eloquent areas and evaluate neurological function and clinical outcomes.
Source: World Neurosurgery - Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Tags: Original article Source Type: research