From Drop to Ocean: The Chain of Neurosurgical Discovery-From Drop to Ocean: Pediatrics

From Drop to Ocean: Pediatrics - Gerald A. Grant, MD, FAANS

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Video Summary

Dr. Gerald Grant's presentation covers advances and historical context in pediatric neurosurgery. He highlights the evolution of treatments for conditions such as hydrocephalus, using intraventricular endoscopy and the development of shunts. Discussing the importance of fetal interventions and minimally invasive techniques, he emphasizes how research and collaboration have advanced the understanding of diseases like medulloblastoma, focusing on molecular subtypes and cell origins. Dr. Grant concludes by celebrating recent innovations in gene therapy, particularly for neurologic conditions, and stresses the critical role pediatric neurosurgeons play in implementing these therapies.

Keywords

pediatric neurosurgery

hydrocephalus

minimally invasive techniques

medulloblastoma

gene therapy