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    Crude methods for puncturing the cranial cavity persist despite advanced tools. This study proposes a standardized stereotactic technique for accurate intracranial access, illustrated with clinical examples.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurosurgery
    • Medical Instrumentation
    • Stereotactic Surgery

    Background:

    • Modern instrumentation for cranial cavity access is widely available.
    • However, inaccurate and crude puncturing techniques are still occasionally employed.
    • This highlights a need for improved, standardized procedures.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose a standardized technique for intracranial puncturing.
    • To base the technique on stereotaxy for improved accuracy.
    • To illustrate the technique's utility through clinical case examples.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a standardized stereotactic technique for intracranial puncturing.
    • Application and illustration of the technique in relevant clinical cases.
    • Comparison with existing, less accurate methods (implied).

    Main Results:

    • The proposed stereotactic technique provides a standardized approach to intracranial puncturing.
    • Clinical cases demonstrate the feasibility and potential accuracy of the method.
    • Suggests a more reliable alternative to current imprecise techniques.

    Conclusions:

    • A standardized stereotactic technique offers a more accurate and reliable method for intracranial puncturing.
    • This approach addresses the persistent use of crude techniques in neurosurgical interventions.
    • Clinical application supports the adoption of stereotaxy for consistent intracranial access.

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