The Role of Extraocular Muscle Monitoring in Brainstem Surgeries
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10575527Keywords:
Oculomotor, trochlear, abducens, cranial nerves, neuromonitoring, IONM, EMG, CN, TOFAbstract
Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) is valuable in various surgical procedures. In cases where the brainstem is the target, monitoring the extraocular muscles can assist in reducing the risk of injury and preserving neural function. Delicate cranial nerves are frequently encountered during cranial base surgeries, and their lack of epineurium makes them highly vulnerable to damage. IONM provides continuous feedback on the integrity of cranial nerves, enabling surgeons to operate on offending lesions while minimizing the risk of injury. The selection of neuromonitoring techniques used depends on the location of the lesion being operated on.
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Khan, Aisha, and Faisal R. Jahangiri. "The Role of Extraocular Muscle Monitoring in Brainstem Surgeries." https://www.Globalinnervation.Com/. January 17, 2024. https://globalinnervation.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-role-of-extraocular-muscle.html.
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