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Stereotact Funct Neurosurg
; 85(5): 243-8, 2007.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-17534137
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: Catheterization of narrow ventricles may prove difficult resulting in misplacement or inefficient trials with potential damage to brain tissue. MATERIAL AND METHODS: The application of a new module for navigated ventricular catheterization using flexible electromagnetic navigation and a dynamic reference frame is presented. RESULTS: Navigated catheter placement was successful and accurate in a pilot study. Electromagnetic interferences had to be taken into consideration. CONCLUSION: Flexible electromagnetic navigation with a dynamic reference frame is a useful tool for catheter placement as it reduces the risk of misplacement or repeated catheterization trials.