MINIMALLY INVASIVE NEUROSURGERY: MODERN APPROACHES AND OUTCOMES
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neurosurgery; endoscopic surgery; microsurgery; spinal surgery; neuronavigation; intraoperative MRI/CT; robotic systems.Abstract
This article provides a broad overview of the main directions of minimally invasive neurosurgery and practical experience with their application. First, the shortcomings of traditional open surgery are analyzed and the reasons behind the development of minimally invasive technologies are identified. The paper presents detailed information on the effectiveness of endoscopic transnasal surgery for treating pituitary adenomas, the advantages of microsurgical techniques in brain tumors and vascular pathologies, and the clinical outcomes of minimally invasive spinal surgery for disc herniations and spinal stenosis. In addition, information is given on how the use of neuronavigation and intraoperative MRI/CT can improve operative accuracy and safety.
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