Question

Which of the following is a noninvasive treatment for some intracranial lesions? a. gamma knife b. stereotactic biopsy c. endovascular coiling d. transsphenoidal endoscopy 14. Into which two structures is a VP shunt system placed? a. lateral ventricle and pleural cavity b. third ventricle and pulmonary vein c. lateral ventricle and peritoneal cavity d. third ventricle and posterior fossa 15. Which of the following thermal methods of hemostasis is most commonly used for intracranial surgical procedures? a. CO2 laser b. bipolar ESU c. monopolar ESU d. ultrasonic scalpel

Answer 1

13. a. gamma knife

Gamma Knife is a type of radiation therapy used to treat tumors, vascular malformations etc..

14. c. Lateral ventricle and peritoneal cavity

VentriculoPeritoneal shunt is done to take out or drain out excess of CSF produced, in some clinical conditions.

15. a. CO2 laser