ISSN:
0942-0940
Keywords:
Third ventricle
;
surgical approach
;
striothalamic vein
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Summary In the removal of tumours that develop within the third ventricle, most approaches are not entirely satisfactory. Therefore, a new approach has been devised: transfrontal exposure of the anterior portion of the frontal horn; coagulation and section of the striothalamic vein in order to open up the roof of the third ventricle; use of a blunt spatula introduced in the foramen of Monro and pushed backwards under the choroïd plexus. This approach has been used in ten cases. Postoperative mortality has been nil; the surgical approach has not apparently been responsible for any sequelae. It is simple and gives a good view of the third ventricle.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01406399
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