Posted by ed_uk on December 3, 2004, at 10:11:20
Hello,
At the moment there are only two hospitals in the UK at which psychosurgery is carried out. One of these is Ninewells hospital in Dundee. Information can be found on the University of Dundee website. Vagus nerve stimulation and deep brain stimulation are also discussed. Statistics for success rates are provided. Two operations are currently available at these hospitals: the anterior capsulotomy and the anterior cingulotomy. Other operations are currently unavailable in the UK, examples include: the subcaudate tractotomy and the limbic leucotomy. The subcaudate tractotomy hasn't been used in the UK for a number of years, it was formerly performed in London.
It would be good to hear some opinions. Have a look at the website I mentioned. Unfortunately, there is little discussion of the risks and dangers of the surgery. I am not promoting psychosurgery. Please don't misunderstand my post.
Ed.
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