How i do it: Robot-assisted transcerebellar stereotactic approach for brainstem lesion

Area of Science:

• Neurosurgery
• Robotic Surgery
• Oncology

Background:

• Stereotactic biopsy is vital for diffuse intrinsic pontine gliomas (DIPGs) due to molecular biology advancements.
• Tissue sampling is essential for managing DIPGs.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present an effective robot-assisted transcerebellar approach for brainstem lesion biopsy.
• To highlight the utility of robotic systems in stereotactic neurosurgery.

Main Methods:

• Utilized the ROSA robotic system for the procedure.
• Employed OARM CT scan for stereotactic guidance.
• Performed a transcerebellar approach for brainstem lesion access.

Main Results:

• Successfully demonstrated an effective robot-assisted transcerebellar biopsy technique.
• The method provided necessary stereotactic conditions for accessing brainstem lesions.

Conclusions:

• Robot-assisted transcerebellar stereotactic approach is essential for brainstem lesion biopsy.
• This technique facilitates safe and effective tissue sampling for DIPGs and other brainstem pathologies.