Intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging in neurosurgery.
Intraoperatively magnetic resonance (MR)-guided neurosurgical operations have been done since 1996, mostly for brain tumors. Several different concepts for intraoperative MRI procedures using low-, middle-, and high-field MR scanners have been reported from pioneering neurosurgical centers. In this article, we present the different solutions used in these centers from a practical point of view. More thoroughly, we present our own concept and experience of 160 craniotomies since 1999 in an operation theater equipped with a low-field (0.23T) scanner, which can be turned on and off during surgery.
Yrjänä
S K
SK
Department of Neurosurgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland. sanna.yrjana@oulu.fi
Tuominen
J
J
Koivukangas
J
J
D001921:Brain / Q000601:surgery*; D003287:Contrast Media; D006801:Humans; D007432:Intraoperative Period; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D013525:Surgical Instruments
D003287:Contrast Media