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Elements Fibertracking for Functional Neurosurgery brings research grade constrained spherical deconvolution (CSD)-based probabilistic tractography into clinical practice.1 Equipped with both probabilistic1 and deterministic tracking algorithms, the software seamlessly integrates state-of-the-art technology with a well-established and proven methodology.

Fibertracking for Functional Neurosurgery
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Surgical
precision

By accurately mapping critical neural pathways, surgeons are empowered to precisely place electrodes. The software enables sophisticated risk assessment of treatment strategies with the goal to improve therapeutic outcomes by safeguarding cognitive and motor function during procedures like deep brain stimulation (DBS).

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Pathways of significance

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Precision & control for
accurate trajectory planning

Brainlab Functional Neurosurgery planning solutions offer the precision and control needed for highly accurate and convenient trajectory planning.

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CSD-based probabilistic fibertracking1

Our new CSD-based probabilistic Elements Fibertracking software optimizes surgical planning precision
by accurately mapping critical neural pathways, ensuring effective trajectory planning for procedures like
DBS while preserving cognitive and motor functions. A personalized approach accounts for individual white
matter anatomy and connectivity, supporting tailored surgical strategies and prediction of patient outcomes.


Enhanced sensitivity to crossing, kissing & bending fibers

CSD-based tractography resolves crossing, kissing and bending fibers within a voxel, capturing a more detailed white matter construct. This sensitivity enables surgeons to accurately trace complex fiber pathways, enhancing understanding of brain connectivity, especially in regions with high fiber complexity.

Visualization of complex brain fiber pathways using CSD-based tractography

High resolution & accuracy

CSD-based probabilistic tractography offers high resolution and accuracy, capturing intricate neural pathways and overlapping and intermingling fiber populations. The software delivers low ambiguity and high accuracies, enabling precise delineation of complex fiber bundles and connectivity patterns in the brain.

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Robust response to pathological changes

CSD-based tractography reduces inaccuracies caused by partial volume effects and pathology. By modeling fiber orientation distribution, CSD-based tractography provides reliable results, aiding in identifying subtle white matter abnormalities and guiding treatment planning in neurological disorders.

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Use cases in functional neurosurgery

Elements Fibertracking provides surgeons with the information they need to make more informed decisions.

Inform DBS targeting & refine stimulation parameters

By visualizing relevant tracts such as the DRT and CST, which are associated with specific clinical benefits or side effects, Elements Fibertracking supports the targeting accuracy of DBS, ultimately improving treatment outcomes for patients.

Brain imaging showing DBS targeting with fiber tracking for precise stimulation.

Support decision making in epilepsy surgery planning

By visualizing neural pathways such as the cortical spinal tract, optic radiation, or arcuate fasciculus, Elements Fibertracking aids in minimizing damage to these critical white matter tracts while maximizing the effectiveness of resection strategies. This improves seizure management and quality of life for epilepsy patients. Elements Fibertracking enables sophisticated risk assessment of treatment strategies for cranial resection surgery. This software supports the prediction of patient outcomes by assessing the relationship between lesion and adjacent white matter tracts.2

3D brain visualization highlighting neural pathways for epilepsy surgery planning.

Get to the heart of the matter with Elements Fibertracking for functional neurosurgery

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  1. Not yet commercially available in several countries. Please contact your sales representative.

  2. Moiyadi et al. (2023): World Neurosurgery, DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.09.041: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3521255/