Electrical cortical stimulation for treatment of intractable epilepsy originating from eloquent cortex: surgical accuracy and clinical efficacy

ConclusionsPre-surgical planning enhanced the accuracy of electrode placement and led to a favorable seizure reduction rate. Our report confirms that electrical cortical stimulation with detailed implantation procedures is safe and effective for patients with drug-resistant epilepsy originating from eloquent cortex.

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Source: Acta Neurochirurgica - January 25, 2020 Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research