Use of selective thalamotomy for various kinds of movement disorder, based on basic studies.
Methods of selective thalamotomy with microrecording for several kinds of movement disorder are described. Precise thalamotomy (Vim, VO or Vim+VO) depends on the understanding of the functional organization of the human thalamus on the one hand, and the patient's specific feature of movement disorders on the other. To realize selective thalamotomy, microrecording and a computerized planning system are essential. Thus, a properly selected thalamotomy for movement disorders is quite useful.
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Functional and Gamma Knife Surgery Center, Hidaka Hospital, Takasaki, Gunma, Japan. stereohye@dan.wind.ne.jp
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