New Digital Tool Helps Doctors Safely Map Brain Functions During Tumor Surgery

Researchers from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and the Center for Computer Vision have developed an innovative digital tool that enables neurosurgery teams to precisely identify and preserve critical brain functions during tumor removal procedures. The technology has been successfully implemented in 31 neurosurgical operations, including 19 procedures at Bellvitge University Hospital, working in collaboration with leading neurosurgery and brain plasticity research experts. This advancement allows surgeons to better protect essential brain regions responsible for motor control, speech, and cognitive functions while removing tumors. The tool represents a significant step forward in improving surgical outcomes and reducing the risk of neurological complications for cancer patients undergoing brain tumor removal.