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What was the primary purpose of the leucotomy procedure developed by António Egas Moniz?

  • To treat mental disorders

  • To remove brain tumors

  • To alleviate chronic pain

  • To treat epilepsy

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The primary purpose of the leucotomy procedure developed by António Egas Moniz was to treat mental disorders. The controversial procedure involved severing connections in the brain's prefrontal cortex.
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