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Cushing, Penfield, and cortical stimulation

Richard Leblanc

    Journal of Neurosurgery
    |January 27, 2018
    PubMed

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    Harvey Cushing

    Area of Science:

    • Neurosurgery
    • Neurology
    • Medical History

    Background:

    • Presents 8 historical sketches by Harvey Cushing detailing cortical stimulation techniques.
    • Illustrates Cushing's work on focal motor seizures and dyskinetic movements.
    • Highlights Cushing's contributions to epilepsy treatment and functional disorder management.

    Discussion:

    • The sketches offer rare insights into Cushing's early cortical stimulation methods.
    • Demonstrates the application of electrical stimulation in precise surgical resections.
    • Underscores the historical significance of these visual records in neurosurgery.

    Key Insights:

    • Cushing's sketches visually document the relationship between cortical lesions and motor function.
    • Electrical stimulation of the precentral gyrus was used to treat specific neurological conditions.
    • These historical illustrations aid in understanding the evolution of epilepsy surgery.

    Outlook:

    • These sketches provide valuable historical context for modern neurosurgical practices.
    • Further research into Cushing's and Penfield's collaborative work is warranted.
    • The findings contribute to a richer understanding of the history of neurosurgery and epilepsy treatment.

    Keywords:
    Harvey CushingMNI = Montreal Neurological InstituteMontreal Neurological InstituteWilder Penfieldcortical stimulationepilepsyhistory

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