In a neuro surgery service, specialized medical teams perform surgeries to diagnose, treat, and manage conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system. Here's an overview of the main components and procedures typically offered in neurosurgery:
Tumor Removal: Surgery to remove brain tumors, both benign and malignant, using advanced imaging and navigation techniques.
Aneurysm Repair: Clipping or coiling to prevent bleeding in cases of cerebral aneurysms.
Trauma Surgery: Emergency procedures to manage traumatic brain injuries (TBI), hemorrhages, and fractures.
Epilepsy Surgery: Removing or altering specific brain areas to control seizures.
Disc Repair or Replacement: For herniated or degenerative discs causing pain or nerve issues.
Spinal Fusion: Stabilizing vertebrae in cases of severe scoliosis, fractures, or chronic pain.
Laminectomy: Removing part of the vertebral bone to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS): Less invasive techniques with faster recovery for spinal conditions.
Carpal Tunnel Release: Treating carpal tunnel syndrome by relieving pressure on the median nerve.
Nerve Graft and Repair: Restoring function by repairing damaged peripheral nerves.
Tumor Removal: Removing benign or malignant tumors from peripheral nerves.
Congenital Abnormalities: Correcting congenital defects like spina bifida, craniosynostosis, and hydrocephalus.
Epilepsy and Tumor Surgery: Specialized approaches tailored to children's unique anatomy and developmental stages.
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS): Implanting electrodes for conditions like Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.
Vagal Nerve Stimulation (VNS): Stimulating the vagus nerve for epilepsy and depression treatment.
Pain Management: Procedures for chronic pain control, including neurostimulation and pain-relieving nerve blocks.
Intraoperative MRI and CT: Real-time imaging to guide surgeries precisely.
Neuronavigation: Advanced technology that provides a 3D view of the brain for precise surgical planning.
Endoscopic Brain Surgery: Accessing brain areas through smaller incisions, reducing recovery time and complications.
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS): Focused radiation treatments for tumors and lesions without actual incisions.
Recovery Support: Physical and occupational therapy, pain management, and neuro-rehabilitation for restoring function and quality of life.
Monitoring and Follow-Up: Ongoing monitoring to prevent and manage complications, and adjust treatments as needed.