Laser interstitial thermal therapy using the Leksell Stereotactic System and a diagnostic MRI suite: how I do it.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) is a stereotactic neurosurgical procedure used to treat neoplastic and epileptogenic lesions in the brain. A variety of advanced technological instruments such as frameless navigation systems, robotics, and intraoperative MRI are often described in this context, although the surgical procedure can also be performed using a standard stereotactic setup and a diagnostic MRI suite.

Methods

We report on our experience and a surgical technique using a Leksell stereotactic frame and a diagnostic MRI suite to perform LITT.

Conclusion

LITT can be safely performed using the Leksell frame and a diagnostic MRI suite, making the technique available even to neuro-oncology centers without advanced technological setup.

SUBMITTER: Jensdottir M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9922222 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature