Radiosurgery for Functional Neurosurgery

Objective: Radiosurgery has become an important tool in the treatment of various diseases of the nervous system. Besides classical indications such as tumors and arteriovenous malformations, other functional diseases are increasingly becoming as routine procedures in main radiosurgery centers. Methods: The authors review the most common functional diseases that can be treated with radiosurgery, including those that express pain, epilepsy, psychiatric illnesses and movement disorders. Results: The main functional manifestations are presented, focusing on common indications for radiosurgery, in addition to showing the results and complications inherent to each disease. Conclusion: The functional disorders can be treated with radiosurgery procedures with safety and efficacy.