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  • Neurosurgery
  • Surgical Anatomy

Background:

  • The interhemispheric fissure serves as a natural corridor to midline brain structures.
  • Accessing parafalcine and paraventricular regions requires precise anatomical understanding.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the anterior and posterior corridors utilized in the interhemispheric surgical approach.
  • To provide a detailed anatomical overview for neurosurgical planning.

Main Methods:

  • Detailed anatomical description of the interhemispheric fissure.
  • Identification and delineation of anterior and posterior surgical pathways.

Main Results:

  • The interhemispheric approach offers distinct anterior and posterior routes.
  • These corridors facilitate access to critical midline intracranial structures.

Conclusions:

  • The interhemispheric approach is a key surgical corridor for midline lesions.
  • Understanding its anterior and posterior pathways is essential for safe and effective neurosurgery.