Today we were introduced to the techniques of transphenoidal approaches of anatomy. And what an awesome technique it is! Today I utilized a surgical saw and proceeded with bifrontal craniotomy; severing the frontal bone from the parietal suture, which was once a embryological cartilaginous attachment during the fetal stage (prior to birth). I had the honor of holding in my hands a human brain.
Our clinical approach focused more on the identification and understanding of the function of the specific nervous system. We identified the 12 cranial nerves and later were introduced to the first phase of the 31 spinal nerves that are part of the tributary system of the central nervous system--which later innervates into the processes of the peripheral nervous system. Innervating specific muscles.
I really really realize that I have a love for surgery and surgical openings; and was delighted to hear from my instructor that I have a 'surgeon's touch' especially when I surgically manifested the bifrontal craniotomy.
I realized today that Surgery is definitely something I would like to specialize in.
I cannot wait till next week when we go inside the brain itself and begin sectioning.
ITS THE WEEKEND! Going to relax today and begin studying later tomorrow and some light reviews on Sunday with some students.
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