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The Surgical Benefits of the Intraoperative MRI

Podcast: The Surgical Benefits of the Intraoperative MRI

Dr. Jon Weingart explains how the use of the iMRI technology and brain navigation can lead to better surgical outcomes.

Date: 11/13/2012

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Dr. Jon Weingart explains how the use of the iMRI technology and brain navigation can lead to better surgical outcomes.

Program Notes:

0:15   Intraoperative MRI scanner
1:10   Two operating rooms with this capability
2:07   Allows update in middle of procedure
3:08   Some tumors distinct and some aren’t
4:04   Sometimes used for biopsy
5:04   Imaging modality of choice
6:02   Incredible anatomy linked up with navigation
7:13   End