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At times craniotomy is performed under light sedation and local anesthesia. Once the drilling and skull opening is concluded, sedation is withdrawn so the surgeon can speak and communicate with the patient to monitor vital functions such as speech, language, motor skills and sensation over the face, body and limbs.
