Category
Neurosurgery Interventional
Typical Use
Obtain targeted intracranial tissue samples with image guided precision.
Description
A specialized biopsy instrument used with stereotactic frames or frameless navigation systems to obtain core tissue samples from intracranial lesions with submillimeter accuracy under CT or MRI guidance, enabling histopathologic diagnosis while minimizing damage to surrounding brain tissue. Stereotactic biopsy planning includes trajectory selection to avoid eloquent cortex and vascular structures, perioperative imaging confirmation, and coordination with neuropathology for rapid on site evaluation when indicated. Risks such as hemorrhage and sampling error are mitigated by meticulous technique, imaging guidance, and postoperative monitoring, and results directly inform oncologic and neurosurgical treatment strategies.