Surgical Sequence:
Microvascular Decompression for Trigeminal Neuralgia

This piece demonstrates two techniques utilized in microvascular decompression of the trigeminal nerve, a surgical treatment option for trigeminal neuralgia. This condition, which causes debilitating nerve pain in the face, often involves the compression of the trigeminal nerve (CN V) by surrounding vasculature. By resolving neurovascular conflicts and preventing further nerve damage by impingement by vessels, MVD is effective in reducing or even eliminating pain.
Intended audience: junior neurosurgical residents
Media and software:  Procreate, Adobe Illustrator (illustration); Maya, Cinema 4D, ZBrush (maquettes)
Client: Dr. Mogjan Hodaie
Advising: Michael Corrin


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