Removal of Brain Tumors Using Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Approaches
Surgical removal or resection of pituitary brain tumors has evolved from intra-cranial or “open” approaches. Because of the higher mortality rate of the intra-cranial techniques, Neurosurgeons sought for better alternatives, turning into extra-cranial routes in the treatment of these specialty-related diseases.
Dr. Alzate Among First in U.S. to Offer Minimally Invasive Surgery for Deep Subcortical Brain Tumors
Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) at Midwestern Regional Medical Center (Midwestern) is among the first hospitals in the country to offer a new minimally invasive surgery for patients with deep subcortical tumors and cysts.
The Next Generation of Spine Surgery
If someone mentioned back surgery 30 years ago, people would cringe. The results were often dismal and unpredictable. Today, things have changed dramatically. Technology has advanced and these surgeries can be done using minimally invasive techniques.
Small-Incision Back Surgery Speeds Healing
Imaging having back surgery and going home from the hospital the same day. It's a reality, because small-incision back surgery is now available at Condell Medical Center.
Dr. Jonathan Citow Performs “The Ultimate in Minimally Invasive Surgery” on Patient
A year ago, Edward O'Neill was losing his ability to communicate, suffering from headaches and incontinence, losing his mobility, had difficulty walking and balancing, and had memory disturbances. A year later, O'Neill,69, has made a remarkable recovery due to an unusual surgical procedure performed by Jonathan Citow, M.D., a neurosurgeon on staff at Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston.
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