Advances in functional neurosurgery: Surgical techniques for neurological disorders and anesthetic complications

Abstract

Advances in functional neurosurgery have revolutionized the treatment of neurological disorders, offering techniques such as rhizotomy and chordotomy for the relief of chronic pain. Despite their benefits, the anesthetic risks and complications associated with these procedures should be considered. In this sense, the choice of technique should be based on a careful evaluation of the available treatment options. This study aimed to study advances in the surgical techniques of functional neurosurgery for the treatment of neurological disorders and to examine the anesthetic complications associated with these procedures. The methodology of this research was based on a systematic review of the literature to examine advances in the surgical techniques of functional neurosurgery and the associated anesthetic complications. The search was carried out in the Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online (MEDLINE), Latin American and Caribbean Literature on Health Sciences (LILACS) and Public Medline (PubMed) databases, using specific descriptors selected by consulting the BIREME Health Sciences Descriptors (DECs). After initial analysis of titles and abstracts, 4 articles met all the inclusion criteria and were analyzed qualitatively. Based on the analysis of the results, it was concluded that, although advances in the surgical techniques of functional neurosurgery have improved the safety and efficacy of the procedures, the management of anesthetic complications remains essential. Multidisciplinary collaboration is crucial to maximize the benefits of neurosurgery and minimize the associated risks. However, the application of these advances may be limited in contexts with inadequate resources.