Corpus callosotomy—Open and endoscopic surgical techniques. (April 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Smyth, Matthew D.; Vellimana, Ananth K.; Asano, Eishi; Sood, Sandeep
• Other Names: Cukiert Arthur guestEditor.; Rydenhag Bertil guestEditor.
• Is Part Of: Epilepsia. Volume 58(2017)Supplement 1
• Page Start: 73
• Page End: 79
• Publication Date: 2017-04
• Subjects: Corpus callosotomy -- Callosotomy technique -- Complete callosotomy -- Endoscopic callosotomy -- Epilepsy surgery; Epilepsy -- Periodicals; 616.853
• DOI: 10.1111/epi.13681
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0013-9580

Abstract

Summary: Corpus callosotomy is a palliative surgical procedure for patients with refractory epilepsy. It can be performed through an open approach via a standard craniotomy and the aid of an operating microscope, or alternatively via a mini‐craniotomy with endoscope assistance. The extent of callosal disconnection performed varies according to indications and surgeon preference. In this article, we describe both open and endoscopic surgical techniques for anterior and complete corpus callosotomy.