Determination of optimal time window for cortical mapping in awake craniotomy: assessment of intraoperative reaction speed

In conclusion, measurement of intraoperative reaction speed seems to be a technically feasible method that is well tolerated by the patients. The intraoperative reaction speed performance was shown to be significantly slower than on the day before the operation. The patients seem to be the slowest directly after extubation and gradually wake up during the awake phase. The poorest wakefulness is demonstrated during the first 20 min after extubation.
Source: Neurosurgical Review - Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research