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. 2003;80(1-4):136-9.
doi: 10.1159/000075174.

Integration of neurosurgical image guidance and an intraoperative magnetic resonance scanner. The University Hospitals of Cleveland experience

Robert J Maciunas  1 , David Dean, Jonathan Lewin, Warren R Selman, Robert A Ratcheson
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Integration of neurosurgical image guidance and an intraoperative magnetic resonance scanner. The University Hospitals of Cleveland experience

Robert J Maciunas et al. Stereotact Funct Neurosurg. 2003.

Abstract

Background: Intraoperative magnetic resonance (MR) imaging has been employed as an alternative to image guidance using preoperative images. We integrated both systems to evaluate their clinical use.

Methods: The BrainLAB VectorVision system was integrated in an intraoperative Siemens Open Viva 0.2-tesla MR system. Clinical experience was assessed.

Results: Patterns of intraoperative imaging emerged, and benefit was seen in registering preoperative and intraoperative images.

Conclusions: This integrated system has clinically observed effects on imaging, navigation, and surgery.

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