Neuroendoscopic approach to tectal tumors: a consecutive series

199970 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Kazunari Oka · Fukuoka University

Yoshiaki Kin

Abstract

Neuroendoscopic procedures can provide histological diagnosis, define the tumor-midbrain interrelationship, and be highly effective in treating obstructive hydrocephalus and in removing tectal tumors. This procedure may receive clinical application as a new management strategy for tectal glioma.

Topics & Keywords

Glioma Diagnosis and Treatment Cerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalus Advanced Neuroimaging Techniques and Applications

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of neurosurgery

Volume 91, Issue 6, pp. 964-970

DOI: 10.3171/jns.1999.91.6.0964

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