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Gamma Knife surgery (GKS) shows promise for treating drug-resistant insular cortex epilepsy (ICE). This study found significant seizure reduction in two out of three patients, with worthwhile improvement in the third.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Epileptology
  • Radiosurgery

Background:

  • Resection of the epileptogenic insular cortex presents significant surgical challenges.
  • Pharmacoresistant insular cortex epilepsy (ICE) often requires alternative treatment strategies.
  • Gamma Knife surgery (GKS) is being explored for its potential in treating refractory epilepsy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Gamma Knife surgery (GKS) for pharmacoresistant insular cortex epilepsy (ICE).
  • To assess seizure frequency reduction and adverse events in patients with ICE treated with GKS.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective review of three patients with refractory ICE treated with GKS between 2005 and 2010.
  • Analysis of seizure outcomes, adverse events, and treatment parameters (radiation dose, volume).

Main Results:

  • Two out of three patients achieved significant seizure reduction, and one experienced worthwhile improvement.
  • Treatment volumes ranged from 1.2 to 3.2 cm³, with marginal and maximum doses of 20 and 40 Gy.
  • Complications included transient lightheadedness and new-onset seizures, both responsive to medical treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Gamma Knife surgery (GKS) is a potentially effective and promising treatment for selected patients with drug-resistant insular cortex epilepsy (ICE).
  • Further research and larger patient cohorts are needed to confirm these findings and establish GKS as a standard treatment option.