When a brain tumor begins to grow, the skull provides no room to expand, leading to life-threatening pressure and severe symptoms. Discover the incredible precision of a craniotomy and how neurosurgeons navigate delicate brain tissue to remove dangerous tumors.
This detailed medical animation breaks down the high-stakes procedure of brain tumor removal. From the initial MRI scans used to map the brain, to the precise opening of the skull, see exactly how surgeons separate abnormal masses from healthy, vital tissue. Learn about the microscopic tools used in the operating room and why some patients are even kept awake during surgery to protect their speech, movement, memory, and identity.
🕒 Chapters & Timestamps
0:00 The danger of a growing brain tumor
0:15 Warning signs and skull pressure
0:34 Planning the surgery with an MRI scan
0:51 The Craniotomy: Opening the skull
1:08 Separating the tumor from healthy tissue
1:21 Why patients are kept awake during surgery
1:31 Relieving pressure and restoring function
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