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01.05.2013 | Review Paper
The origin and evolution of neuroendoscopy
verfasst von:
Muhammad M. Abd-El-Barr, Alan R. Cohen
Erschienen in:
Child's Nervous System
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Ausgabe 5/2013
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Abstract
Introduction
Neuroendoscopy has become an integral field within neurosurgery. It has allowed neurosurgeons unprecedented access to deep structures within both the cranial and spinal compartments, while allowing for minimal incisions, tissue retraction, and postoperative healing time.
Discussion
In this article, we trace the origins of this vital field to ancient times, and show that much of its success is due to the brilliant minds of some luminaries such as Philipp Bozzini and Harold Hopkins. Through close collaborations between clinicians, scientists, and engineers neuroendoscopy has become an invaluable tool in the armamentarium of neurosurgeons to help solve a wide array of clinical problems.