Microneurosurgery and Endoneurosurgery

Endoscopic visualization complements microsurgery and can be employed at various stages of an operation.

The main advantages of endoscopy are:

• A better direct exposure due to a more effective illumination and the enlargement of the endoscopic picture at a high resolution and with a wide field of view.
• The ability to use the endoscope to investigate regions that cannot be viewed directly with a microscope.

KARL STORZ created a special instrument set for transcranial operations. This set enables the surgeon to work with both hands because the endoscope is fixed to a holding system.

• Fine design for delicate dissection
• The instruments are “stick-shaped” with a low profile to accommodate the narrow access channel.
• The ergonomic distal handle for a controlled motion of the device.
• A diameter of 1 mm for handling very delicate structures (slightly flexible)
• A diameter of 2.2 mm for solid lesions, these instruments can also be used for routine microsurgical activities
• The use of rigid endoscopes with a diameter of 2.7 mm, with various lengths (11 or 15 cm). There are two different angles of view 0° and 30°
• The eyepiece of the endoscope may be straight or angled. Endoscopes with angled eyepieces are usually recommended because the instruments are easier to manage.
• Easy to handle and learn

It is recommended to use a high resolution camera (KARL STORZ IMAGE 1 HD).