Temporal lobe resections within the language dominant hemisphere can be accompanied by a decline in verbal memory performance, even if the HC is spared. Yet, HC sparing surgery is associated with a benefit in verbal learning performance. These results can help when counselling patients prior to epilepsy surgery.
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