ArticleActa neurochirurgica2025
How I do it: surgical techniques for vagus nerve stimulation in pediatric drug-resistant epilepsy.
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- Perioperative Management of Pediatric Epilepsy Neuromodulation Devices.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Anesthetic Management of Patients for Vagal Nerve Stimulator Placement: A Narrative Review.Neuropsychiatric disease and treatment · 2026Review
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Abstract
backgroundVagus nerve stimulation (VNS) is a neuromodulatory treatment for refractory epilepsy, involving electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve via a subcutaneously implanted pulse generator.
methodWe present a step-by-step description of the VNS implantation technique, incorporating tips and tricks from an epilepsy surgeon with over 20 years of experience (MB).
conclusionProper patient selection, meticulous surgical technique, and comprehensive postoperative care, supported by educational resources such as surgical technique articles, videos, and simulators, are crucial for minimizing complications and optimizing patient outcomes.
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