Kocher's point is an important anatomical landmark in neurosurgery, used specifically for procedures such as ventricular puncture for placement of a VP shunts or an external ventricular drainage[^1] and insertion of intracranial pressure probes. It serves as a reference point for determining an optimal entry point for such procedures and helps minimize the risk of damage to the brain parenchyma.
Definition
The precise localization of Kocher's point may vary slightly depending on the source of the literature. A widely accepted definition places Kocher's point 12 cm posterior to the Nasion and approximately 2.5 to 3.5 cm lateral to the midline of the skull. This positioning places Kocher's point anterior to the Sutura coronalis and within the Os frontale.
