Neurosurgery Le Freak – Kathryn Ko, MD, MFA

In Situ Hinge Craniectomy

In Situ Hinge Craniectomy is a neurosurgical technique that allows a bone flap to act as a “hinge” during cerebral decompression, remaining partially attached to the skull to provide a “floating” or “open” state rather than being completely removed. This method is used to treat conditions like traumatic brain injury and stroke that cause high…