Improving Quality Of Life For Brain Tumor Patients

Courtesy ScienceDaily  Wed, 04/23/2008 - 10:00

A new neuroimaging study aims to ensure the highest quality of life for patients by assessing their cognitive skills before, during, and after brain tumor surgery.

This is done by mapping the important functional brain areas surrounding the tumor in order to decrease the risks during surgery.


 

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