Endoscopic Treatment of Hypothalamic Hamartomas
Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
;
: 294-300, 2017.
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in English
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| ID: wpr-56969
ABSTRACT
Hypothalamic hamartoma (HH) is a benign indolent lesion despite the presentation of refractory epilepsy. Behavioral disturbances and endocrine problems are additional critical symptoms that arise along with HHs. Due to its nature of generating epileptiform discharge and spreading to cortical region, various management strategies have been proposed and combined. Surgical approaches with open craniotomy or endoscopy, stereotactic approaches with radiosurgery and gamma knife surgery or radiofrequency thermos-coagulation, and laser ablation have been introduced. Topographical dimension and the surgeon’s preference are key factors for treatment modalities. Endoscopic disconnection has been one of the most favorable options performed in treating HHs. Here we discuss presurgical evaluation, patient selection, surgical procedures, and complications.
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Main subject:
Radiosurgery
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Patient Selection
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Endoscopes
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Craniotomy
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Endoscopy
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Epilepsy
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Laser Therapy
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Hamartoma
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
Year:
2017
Type:
Article
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