Functional Neurosurgery and Neuromodulation

1st Edition - May 30, 2018
Authors: Kim J Burchiel, Ahmed M. Raslan
Language: English
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Functional Neurosurgery and Neuromodulation provides comprehensive coverage of this emerging, minimally invasive area of health care. Recent advances in these areas have proven effective for pain relief, memory loss, addiction, and much more. This practical resource by Drs. Kim J. Burchiel and Ahmed M. Raslan brings you up to date with what’s new in the field and how it can benefit your patients.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of Contributors
Introduction
Chapter 1. Facial Pain Classification and Outcome Measurement
Introduction
Facial Pain Classification
Clinical Outcomes
Conclusion
Chapter 2. Microvascular Decompression
Introduction
History
Pathophysiology
Alternative Treatments
Preoperative Evaluation
Procedure
Outcome
Chapter 3. Trigeminal Ganglion/Rootlets Ablation for Pain
Introduction
Preoperative Considerations
Surgical Considerations
Discussion
Conclusion
Chapter 4. Management of Peripheral Nerve Neuralgia
Historical Background
Pathophysiology of Peripheral Neuropathic Pain
Patient Assessment
Investigations
Treatment
Conclusion
Chapter 5. Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
Introduction
Mechanism of Neurostimulation
Indications
Workup and Assessment
Open Placement of Peripheral Neurostimulation
Percutaneous Placement of Peripheral Neurostimulation
Trigeminal Branch Stimulation
Stimulation for Occipital Neuralgia
Postamputation Limb Pain
Peripheral Nerve/Field Stimulation
Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
External Pulse Generators
Conclusion
Chapter 6. Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Cord Stimulation for Pain
Chapter 7. Advances in Spinal Modulation: New Stimulation Waveforms and Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation
Introduction
Conventional Spinal Cord Stimulation
High-Frequency Spinal Cord Stimulation
Burst Spinal Cord Stimulation
High-Density Simulation
Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation
Summary
Chapter 8. Occipital Nerve Stimulation
Introduction
Anatomical and Clinical Features
Conservative and Surgical Treatments
Patient Selection
Occipital Nerve Stimulation Technique
Outcomes
Conclusion
Chapter 9. Spinal Ablation for Cancer Pain (Cordotomy and Myelotomy)
Introduction
Cordotomy
Myelotomy
Conclusion
Chapter 10. Intrathecal Drug Delivery Systems for Pain: A Case-Based Approach
Key Questions
Preoperative
Patient Selection
Other Screening
Preoperative Planning
Surgical Procedure
Postimplantation Management
Treatment of Noncancer Pain
Conclusion
Chapter 11. Dorsal Root Entry Zone Lesioning for Brachial Plexus Avulsion Pain
Introduction
Anatomy
Preoperative Evaluation
Surgical Technique
Potential Complications
Outcomes
Conclusion
Chapter 12. Trigeminal Tractotomy-Nucleotomy
Introduction
Relevant Anatomy
History and Background
Indications
Technique
Adverse Effects
Outcomes
Future Directions
Conclusions
Chapter 13. Presurgical Localization of Epilepsy
Introduction
Presurgical Localization of Epilepsy: Standard Evaluation
Presurgical Localization of Epilepsy: Tailored Evaluation
Conclusion: Synthesis of Findings, Localization, and Surgical Decision-Making
Chapter 14. Intraoperative Functional Cortical Localization
Introduction
Indications
Preoperative and Extraoperative Methods
Intraoperative Methods
Chapter 15. Vagus Nerve Stimulation
Introduction
Mechanism
Procedure
Outcomes
Complications
Chapter 16. Stereoelectroencephalography (sEEG) Versus Grids and Strips
Introduction
Intracranial Monitoring: Subdural Electrodes
Intracranial Monitoring: Stereoelectroencephalography
Selection of Subdural Electrodes Versus Stereoelectroencephalography
Summary
Chapter 17. Transcortical Selective Microsurgical Amygdalohippocampectomy for Medically Intractable Seizures Originating in the Mesial Temporal Lobe
Background
Transcortical Approach to Selective Microsurgical Amygdalohippocampectomy
Other Approaches to Selective Microsurgical Amygdalohippocampectomy
Conclusions
Chapter 18. Cortical Dysplasia and Extratemporal Resections in Epilepsy
Introduction
Focal Cortical Dysplasia Classification
Clinical Presentation
Presurgical Evaluation
Conclusion
Chapter 19. Responsive Neurostimulation
Introduction
RNS System Functionality
Evidence for Safety and Efficacy
Effects of RNS System on Mood and Cognition
Safety Considerations
Patient Selection
Contraindications
Conclusions
Chapter 20. Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)
Introduction
Background
Assistive Brain-Computer Interface
Rehabilitative Brain-Computer Interface
Conclusion
Chapter 21. Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy
Introduction
History
Physics and Hardware of Laser-Induced Thermal Therapy
Indications and Decision-Making
Surgical Procedure
Current Uses
Reported Complications
Future Directions
Chapter 22. Microelectrode Recording in Functional Neurosurgery
Introduction
Microelectrode Technology and Technique
Globus Pallidus
Ventral Thalamus
Subthalamic Nucleus
The Case for (and Against) Mapping
Summary
Chapter 23. CT-Guided Asleep DBS
Introduction
Asleep Deep Brain Stimulation Procedure
Outcomes of Asleep Deep Brain Stimulation
Discussion
Conclusions
Chapter 24. Interventional MRI–Guided Deep Brain Stimulation
Chapter 25. Surgical Treatment of Psychiatric Disorders
History
Neurophysiology and Connectivity
Indications
Tourette's Syndrome
Other Psychiatric Disorders
Ethics
Other Treatments
Future Directions
Chapter 26. Closed-Loop and Responsive Neurostimulation
Introduction
Control Systems
Biomarkers
Current and Future Applications to Neurosurgery
Conclusion
Chapter 27. Robotics in Stereotactic Neurosurgery
Introduction
Robotic Surgery
Robotics in Neurosurgery
Neurosurgical Robotic Systems
Advantages of Robotics
Disadvantages of Robotics
Future Directions
Summary
Chapter 28. Central and Peripheral Neurosurgical Ablative Techniques for Hypertonia
Background and Definitions
Pathophysiology of Hypertonia
Evaluation of Hypertonia and Musculoskeletal Consequences
Physical Assessment
Electrophysiologic Assessment
Preoperative Diagnosis of the Type of Hypertonia and Impact on Outcome Measures
History of Neurosurgical Ablative Techniques
Treatment Selection and Management Algorithms
Central Ablative Techniques
Peripheral Ablative Techniques
Selective Peripheral Neurotomy
The Principle of Action
Chapter 29. IDDS for Spasticity, Dystonia, and Rigidity
Origins and Treatment
Baclofen for Spasticity
Alternative Oral Medications
Workup Before Surgery
Hardware Options
Surgical Technique
Positioning
Surgery
Infection Control
Postoperative Considerations
Where Is the Drug?
Baclofen Withdrawal
Baclofen Overdose
Managing Complications
Orthopedic Considerations
Baclofen Intrathecal Drug Delivery in Major Deformity Surgery for Scoliosis
Conclusion
Index

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