Computer-interactive stereotactic resection of deep-seated and centrally located intraaxial brain lesions.

The carbon dioxide laser has been incorporated into a computer-interactive stereotactic system for precision resection of deep-seated intraaxial neoplasma defined by stereotactic computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. One hundred and ninety-seven procedures were performed on 191 patients having deep-seated lesions. Postoperative results have been satisfactory as regards the postoperative condition of the patient in consideration of the completeness of tumor removal achieved.