STEREOTACTIC AND FUNCTIONAL NEUROSURGERY
Scope & Guideline
Uncovering Breakthroughs in Functional Neurosurgery
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Techniques:
The journal extensively covers research on various DBS methodologies, targeting specific brain regions to treat conditions like Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. - Radiosurgery Innovations:
Research on stereotactic radiosurgery techniques, including Gamma Knife and focused ultrasound, is a significant focus, exploring their applications in treating brain tumors and movement disorders. - Clinical Outcomes and Patient Safety:
Studies examining the efficacy and safety of neurosurgical interventions, including complications, infection management, and long-term outcomes for patients undergoing these procedures. - Neurophysiological Mechanisms:
Investigations into the neurophysiological changes and mechanisms underlying neuromodulation therapies, enhancing understanding of how these interventions affect brain function. - Ethical and Societal Implications:
The journal addresses the ethical concerns and societal implications associated with advanced neurosurgical interventions, particularly in vulnerable populations and for off-label uses.
Trending and Emerging
- Directional Deep Brain Stimulation:
Research on directional DBS is on the rise, focusing on its advantages in minimizing side effects and optimizing therapeutic outcomes for movement disorders. - Robotics in Neurosurgery:
The integration of robotic systems in stereotactic surgery is increasingly prevalent, with studies exploring their impact on surgical precision and efficiency. - Closed-Loop Systems:
Emerging interest in closed-loop DBS systems that adapt stimulation based on real-time feedback from the brain, promising to enhance treatment personalization and efficacy. - Focused Ultrasound Applications:
The application of focused ultrasound for non-invasive treatment of neurological conditions is trending, with growing research on its effectiveness and safety. - Patient-Centric Research:
There is a growing emphasis on patient-reported outcomes and quality of life assessments post-surgery, reflecting a shift towards more holistic approaches in treatment evaluation.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Lesioning Techniques:
There appears to be a decline in the number of papers focused solely on traditional lesioning techniques, such as pallidotomy, as newer, less invasive methods gain traction. - Basic Neurosurgical Techniques:
Research centered on basic or foundational neurosurgical techniques has diminished, possibly overshadowed by the rapid advancements in more sophisticated technologies like robotic surgery. - Animal Models in Neurosurgery:
The use of animal models for studying neurosurgical techniques and outcomes is less frequently reported, as the field shifts towards clinical studies and human trials. - Static Imaging Techniques:
There is a noticeable reduction in studies utilizing static imaging modalities for stereotactic planning, with a growing emphasis on dynamic imaging technologies like MRI-guided approaches.
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