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The Brain Tumor Program is a pioneer in the use of
Functional Image-Guided Surgery (FIGS), a technique
that combines Functional MRI (fMRI) with frameless stereotactic
surgery to optimize the safety and efficacy of treatment
for patients with tumors located in the cerebral hemispheres.
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This pre-operative MRI image
shows a 64-year-old woman who was experiencing
speech difficulty and right-sided weakness due
to a large cystic tumor. |
| In this image, taken during surgery,
the tumor is exposed. |
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| This image shows the
stealth station images. Using this technology, the
tumor was removed and the patient had a full recovery. |
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