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  • Title: Frameless neuronavigation-assisted brain biopsy with electromagnetic tracking: how I do it?
    Author: Veiceschi P, Locatelli D, Dario A, Agresta G.
    Journal: Acta Neurochir (Wien); 2022 Dec; 164(12):3317-3322. PubMed ID: 35599273.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND: In recent years, thanks to several technological innovations, stereotactic cerebral biopsies have evolved from frame-based to frameless neuronavigation-assisted techniques. METHODS: The authors provide herein a detailed step-by-step description of the technique, shedding light on surgical tips and how to avoid complications. The practical application of the technique is demonstrated with a high-quality video. CONCLUSION: The neuronavigation-assisted brain biopsy with electromagnetic tracking is a "true frameless" procedure. It represents a simple, safe, and effective innovation for frameless biopsy of cerebral lesions. This technique is time efficient, offering a high degree of accuracy required for the establishment of a definitive diagnosis, enabling optimal further treatment, and thus improving patient outcome.
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