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The role of different imaging modalities: is MRI a conditio sine qua non for ETV?

Authors: Erik J. van Lindert, Tjemme Beems, J. André Grotenhuis

Published in: Child's Nervous System | Issue 12/2006

Abstract

Objective

To describe the different imaging modalities used for the diagnosis and classification of hydrocephalus, their role in defining the optimal treatment of hydrocephalus and to define the optimal preoperative diagnostics for endoscopic third ventriculocisternostomy (ETV).

Methods

An overview on available imaging modalities for hydrocephalus will be given and their pros and cons discussed. In addition, different aspects of the treatment of hydrocephalus by shunts and by ETV will be highlighted.

Discussion

The role of the technical aspects of performing an ETV, the role of the surgeon’s philosophy, the role of the urgency of the procedure, and the role of informed consent on the requirements for the imaging of the hydrocephalus will be discussed.

Conclusion

The authors conclude that MRI is a conditio sine qua non for ETV in elective surgical cases.

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Title: The role of different imaging modalities: is MRI a conditio sine qua non for ETV?
Authors: Erik J. van Lindert
Tjemme Beems
J. André Grotenhuis
Publication date: 01-12-2006
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Child's Nervous System / Issue 12/2006
Print ISSN: 0256-7040
Electronic ISSN: 1433-0350
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-006-0189-1

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The role of different imaging modalities: is MRI a conditio sine qua non for ETV?

Abstract

Objective

Methods

Discussion

Conclusion

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Abstract

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Methods

Discussion

Conclusion

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