About this Research Topic
Neurological surgery stands at the forefront of innovation, continually propelled forward by trailblazing technology, research, and the refinement of surgical techniques. The evolving understanding of neuroanatomy has been instrumental in shaping these advancements, leading to improved surgical outcomes across all neurosurgical subspecialties. The integration of neuroanatomy knowledge has facilitated the development of innovative technologies that ensure safe and precise surgical interventions in clinical settings.
Visualization and neuroanatomy knowledge can limit the bandwidth of neurological surgery. Notably, neuroanatomy serves as a cornerstone for preoperative and intraoperative planning in intraparenchymal, skull base, and spine surgeries. Furthermore, technologies such as robotics heavily rely on neuroanatomy for optimal trajectory selection, while the field of deep brain stimulation (DBS) is increasingly leveraging the remote effects of stimulation propagated through white matter tracts. From preoperative planning to intraoperative guidance, neuroanatomy provides the essential framework upon which innovative technologies thrive, revolutionizing the landscape of neurosurgical interventions.
This research topic underscores the pivotal role of neuroanatomy in guiding technological innovations in neurological surgery. By advancing our understanding of human neuroanatomy and leveraging cutting-edge technologies, we aim to optimize surgical interventions, improve patient outcomes, and pave the way for future advancements in the field. As such this topic aims to foster studies that contribute to the knowledge of human neuroanatomy and showcase the implementation of technology in neuroanatomy-guided surgery.
This Research Topic is interested in, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Description of novel technological platforms incorporating neuroanatomy knowledge in the operating room including fMRI
• Neuronavigation and Tractography-Guided Procedures: Exploring the established use of neuronavigation systems and tractography-guided techniques in procedures such as DBS, exoscopic robotic surgery, spine robotic surgery, neuronavigation guided endoscopic surgery, and microneurosurgery.
• Neuroanatomy laboratory investigations: Cadaveric and imaging studies have revolutionized our neuroanatomy knowledge. Studies propagating knowledge of vascular, white matter, skull base, spine anatomy are encouraged
• Investigations into novel methodologies for studying neuroanatomy
• Clinical studies demonstrating the critical role of neuroanatomy knowledge in the appropriate application of technology or its utilization in procedures heavily reliant on neuroanatomy understanding.
• Preoperative planning adjuncts
• Augmented Reality-Assisted Surgery: Augmented reality illustrates neuroanatomy intraoperatively in unprecedent ways. Investigating the role of augmented reality technologies to enhance surgical precision and outcomes.
This research topic welcomes original laboratory investigations, clinical studies, commentaries, review studies, technical notes, case reports, and case series.
Authors are encouraged to submit their manuscripts for publication in leading journals such as Frontiers in Neuroanatomy, Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, or Frontiers in Oncology, providing a platform for disseminating groundbreaking research and fostering collaboration within the scientific community.
Visualization and neuroanatomy knowledge can limit the bandwidth of neurological surgery. Notably, neuroanatomy serves as a cornerstone for preoperative and intraoperative planning in intraparenchymal, skull base, and spine surgeries. Furthermore, technologies such as robotics heavily rely on neuroanatomy for optimal trajectory selection, while the field of deep brain stimulation (DBS) is increasingly leveraging the remote effects of stimulation propagated through white matter tracts. From preoperative planning to intraoperative guidance, neuroanatomy provides the essential framework upon which innovative technologies thrive, revolutionizing the landscape of neurosurgical interventions.
This research topic underscores the pivotal role of neuroanatomy in guiding technological innovations in neurological surgery. By advancing our understanding of human neuroanatomy and leveraging cutting-edge technologies, we aim to optimize surgical interventions, improve patient outcomes, and pave the way for future advancements in the field. As such this topic aims to foster studies that contribute to the knowledge of human neuroanatomy and showcase the implementation of technology in neuroanatomy-guided surgery.
This Research Topic is interested in, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Description of novel technological platforms incorporating neuroanatomy knowledge in the operating room including fMRI
• Neuronavigation and Tractography-Guided Procedures: Exploring the established use of neuronavigation systems and tractography-guided techniques in procedures such as DBS, exoscopic robotic surgery, spine robotic surgery, neuronavigation guided endoscopic surgery, and microneurosurgery.
• Neuroanatomy laboratory investigations: Cadaveric and imaging studies have revolutionized our neuroanatomy knowledge. Studies propagating knowledge of vascular, white matter, skull base, spine anatomy are encouraged
• Investigations into novel methodologies for studying neuroanatomy
• Clinical studies demonstrating the critical role of neuroanatomy knowledge in the appropriate application of technology or its utilization in procedures heavily reliant on neuroanatomy understanding.
• Preoperative planning adjuncts
• Augmented Reality-Assisted Surgery: Augmented reality illustrates neuroanatomy intraoperatively in unprecedent ways. Investigating the role of augmented reality technologies to enhance surgical precision and outcomes.
This research topic welcomes original laboratory investigations, clinical studies, commentaries, review studies, technical notes, case reports, and case series.
Authors are encouraged to submit their manuscripts for publication in leading journals such as Frontiers in Neuroanatomy, Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, or Frontiers in Oncology, providing a platform for disseminating groundbreaking research and fostering collaboration within the scientific community.
Keywords: Intraparenchymal Surgery, DTI guided surgery, Neurosurgical visualizaiton, white matter anatomy, neuroanatomy
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