Gamma knife radiosurgery as a lesioning technique in movement disorder surgery

Movement disorders

Over 30 years it has been demonstrated that Gamma Knife thalamotomy is a valuable method of treating the tremor of Parkinson's Disease and Essential Tremor. It is also effective against the tremor associated with Multiple Sclerosis. To date Gamma Knife pallidotomy has not received the acceptance of the profession.

Stereotactic radiosurgery for epilepsy and functional disorders

Stereotactic radiosurgery is used for many indications. In functional neurosurgery, it is used to modulate the function of axons, neurons, and related brain circuits. In this article, indications, current techniques, and outcomes are discussed.