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Feb 2015
16m 48s

138. Burr Holes and the Craniotomy

SURGERY 101 TEAM
About this episode

In this episode, Dr. Mitch Wilson discusses burr holes and the craniotomy.

After listening to this episode, learners will be able to:

  • Define "craniotomy" and "burr holes"
  • Identify the common indications for a craniotomy
  • Describe the seven steps to a craniotomy
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