Anterior Temporal Lobectomy
Definition
An anterior temporal lobectomy (ATL) is the complete removal of the anterior portion of the temporal lobe of the brain.
Purpose
ATL surgery has been recognized as an efficient treatment option for certain types of seizures in patients diagnosed with temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE). Characterized by transient disturbances of brain function and seizures, TLE is the most common form of epilepsy. ATL is optimal for patients with seizures that do not respond to medications, patients who are unable to tolerate medication side effects, or patients with seizures caused by structural abnormalities in the brain.
Demographics
Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological condition in the United States. Its...
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