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Some Recent Advances
in Neurological Surgery
The operating microscope offers magnification of the very delicate nerves and vessels on which the neurosurgeon operates. The use of lasers coupled to the microscope has aided in the precise removal of brain tumors. The ultrasonic aspirator helps to remove tough or fibrous tumors that cannot easily be cut or coagulated. New diagnostic equipment includes computed tomography (CT), which provides a cross-section x-ray picture of the soft tissues and bones of the skull or spine. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) reveals minute differences in the water content of tissues, aiding the neurological surgeon in diagnosis and treatment of the fragile brain, spinal or nerve areas being treated. These technological advances have enhanced the neurological surgeon's ability to care for patients.
What sets Dr.Dean apart ?
The application of new technologies for the benifit and comfort of his patients. Dr. Dean is a leader in the use of the newest treatments including:
- The
first neurosurgeon
at Southwest Texas Methodist Hospital to begin routine intracranial
pressure monitoring for head injuries and post-operation management
of intracranial procedures, e.g. in patients with brain tumors, hemorrhage,
infection.
- The
first neurosurgeon
at Southwest Texas Methodist Hospital to use the microscope for operations
on cervical and lumbar hernaited discs.
- The
first neurosurgeon
to use the CO2 laser for acoustic tumors and other brain tumors.
- And now:
The first neurosurgeon in San Antonio to have an office in cyberspace on the World Wide Web.
