Focused Ultrasound Mesencephalotomy

Definition

The use of high-frequency ultrasound for non-invasive thermal ablation of discrete brain targets in the mesencephalon.

Also known as Focused Ultrasound Mesencephalotomy, FUS Mesencephalotomy, Stereotactic FUS Mesencephalotomy, Stereotactic MRI-guided Focused Ultrasound Mesencephalotomy — per NCIT

Anatomy