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Topics discussed include: indications such as headaches, trauma, infections, epilepsy and creating a portal for spirits; incomplete trepanations; ancient apprenticeships; techniques and necessary tools of the trade.

Hosts also discuss the modern-day act of self-trepanning.

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Take a listen as Christi and Brian discuss trepanation, the oldest surgical procedure known to man which dates back to 10,000 BC!

Hosts also discuss the modern-day act of self-trepanning.