stereotactic

British  

/ ˌstɛrɪəˈtæktɪk, ˌstɪər- /

adjective

1. of or relating to stereotaxis

2. med of or relating to precise localization of a tissue, esp in the brain

   stereotactic surgery

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Other Word Forms

• stereotactically adverb

Example Sentences

"This study offers major insights into how these drugs may work inside the brain and will guide us as we explore new indications," said senior author Casey H. Halpern, MD, a professor of Neurosurgery and head of the Division of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.

From Science Daily

Raslan and co-authors recruited 13 people with epilepsy who were undergoing a commonly used surgical intervention to map the exact location within their brains where seizures originate, a procedure known as stereotactic electroencephalography.

From Science Daily

This groundbreaking technology represents a key breakthrough in MRI-guided stereotactic neurosurgery, allowing for precise interventions.

From Science Daily

In 2018, Professor Kwok's team successfully created the world's first robotic system capable of performing bilateral stereotactic neurosurgery in an MRI environment, addressing the challenges of long procedural times and complicated workflow.

From Science Daily

For example, stereotactic radiosurgery — also known as a “CyberKnife” device — delivers high-dose radiation with sophisticated imaging, accurately concentrating radiation on a moving target without impacting non-cancerous tissues.

From Seattle Times