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How does the surgeon close the surgical site after performing an anterior temporal lobectomy?
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every layer of tissue cut or divided to reach the surgical site is closed. The cavity is irrigated completely and the dura is closed in a watertight manner using tack-up sutures. The bone flap is returned into place
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What risks are present with anterior temporal lobectomy?
A specific risk associated with ATL is possible injury to the cerebral cortex, the outer portion of the brain that consists of layers of nerve cells and their connections, during the lobectomy procedure
What type of incision is made for an anterior temporal lobectomy?
the neurosurgeon makes an incision in the skin and muscle of the temporal region of the head located on the side of the head above the ear, and pulls away the flap of scalp
What is the aftercare for anterior temporal lobectomy?
Most patients go to the recovery area, but some critical patients may be taken to an intensive care unit (ICU) for close monitoring
How is a craniotomy performed during anterior temporal lobectomy?
Using a high-speed drill, the neurosurgeon removes a section of bone (bone flap) from the skull and makes an incision through the protective membranes of the brain (dura) in order to expose the temporal lobe.
Can right temporal lobectomy cause memory loss?
yes
How effective a treatment is anterior temporal lobectomy for epilepsy?
ATL offers a high chance of seizure-free outcome in patients suffering from drug-resistant seizures originating in the temporal lobe of the brain. The procedure is considered to be the most common and rewarding of all the surgeries for epilepsy
What is bilobectomy?
surgical removal of a lobe from any organ of the body (as the lung or brain)Lobectomy means surgical excision of a lobe. This may refer to a lobe of the lung, a lobe of the thyroid (hemithyroidectomy), or a lobe of the brain (as in anterior temporal lobectomy).The right lung has three lobes, and the left lung has two lobes. A lobectomy removes an entire lobe of lung containing the cancer (tumor).(loh-BEK-tuh-mee): Surgery to remove a lobe of an organ.Surgical procedure which the lobe of a lung is removed. (MesotheliomaA lobectomy removing two of the five lobes.I came up with this definition I am a scientist so it is exzact call me if you dont believe me I will post my number (905) 507-1844 don't be hesitant call me.
What has the author Harold Brunn written?
Harold Brunn has written: 'The technique of lobectomy in one stage' -- subject(s): Temporal lobectomy
What are the alternative treatments for anterior temporal lobectomy?
Anti-convulsant drug development programs Once the diagnosis of epilepsy is established, a course of medication is usually prescribed for the control of seizures.ATL only becomes the preferred approach when a patient does not respond to medication
What are the functions of the anterior commissure?
to connect the olfactory bulbs and the anterior part of the temporal lobes.
What are the two bones that are anterior to the occipital?
The two (left and right) parietal and the temporal bones are anterior (closer to the front of the body).
What has the author Bruce Proctor written?
Bruce Proctor has written: 'Surgical anatomy of the ear and temporal bone' -- subject(s): Anatomy, Anatomy & histology, Ear, Surgical and topographical Anatomy, Temporal bone
