Journal of magnetic resonance imaging : JMRI
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J Magn Reson Imaging · Mar 2001
Prospective stereotaxy: a novel method of trajectory alignment using real-time image guidance.
To describe prospective stereotaxy, a novel method of trajectory alignment that works in real-time. ⋯ Prospective stereotaxy is applicable to all cross-sectional imaging, and is particularly useful for MR- and CT-guided interventions. The method is simple, reproducible, and accurate in surgical targeting for neurobiopsy and electrode placement. It does not require cumbersome stereotactic frames or expensive optical detectors, and it offers immediate entry into the field of interventional MR with cylindrical MR scanners.