Introduction

Controversy - the pros and cons

History of trepanation

Brain Pulsations

Effect of trepanation on brain pulsations

Mechanism and benficial effects of trepanation on cerebral circulation

Trepanation in ancient times

Trepanation across different cultural groups

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