Neurosurgery

What is Neurosurgery?

Neurosurgery is a surgical medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. At Private Algomed Hospital, specialized neurosurgeons perform surgical treatments for nervous system disorders.

It covers both adult and pediatric conditions including trauma, tumors, vascular diseases, and degenerative disorders.

Advanced surgical techniques and imaging methods are used to treat life-threatening conditions such as brain tumors, aiming to preserve neurological function and improve quality of life.

Brain Tumors

Brain tumors are abnormal cell growths that may be benign or malignant. Symptoms include headaches, vision loss, balance problems, and memory impairment.

Treatment includes surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy.

Brain Hemorrhage

Bleeding occurs when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures. It is a medical emergency requiring surgical intervention.

Aneurysm

A weakened vessel wall forms a balloon-like dilation. Rupture can be life-threatening. Treated with coiling or surgical clipping.

Hydrocephalus

Excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulation treated with shunt surgery or endoscopic methods.

Spine Disorders

Includes scoliosis, disc disease, and spinal injuries treated with surgical techniques.

Disc Herniation

Displaced spinal discs compress nerves and are treated with microdiscectomy.

Nerve Compression

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common example treated surgically if severe.

Spinal Cord Tumors

Removed surgically depending on type and location.

Epilepsy Surgery

Used in drug-resistant epilepsy to remove seizure focus.

Parkinson’s Disease

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) helps control tremors and movement disorders.

Diagnostic Methods in Neurosurgery

Accurate diagnosis is the first and most important step in effective treatment. At Private Algomed Hospital, neurosurgery specialists use advanced imaging and neurological tests to determine the source of the disease.

Main Diagnostic Methods:

Brain MRI
CT Scan
Angiography
EMG
EEG

Brain tumor surgery
Aneurysm surgery
Disc herniation surgery
Carpal tunnel surgery
Hydrocephalus shunt surgery

Postoperative Process

Intensive care monitoring
Rehabilitation
Regular follow-ups

What diseases does neurosurgery treat?

Neurosurgery deals with the diagnosis and treatment of tumors, vascular diseases, trauma, spinal disorders, and nerve compressions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system.

What are the symptoms of a brain tumor?

Symptoms may include headaches, nausea, vision problems, balance disorders, memory loss, and seizures.

How long does lumbar disc surgery take?

Lumbar disc surgery usually takes between 1 and 3 hours depending on the patient's condition and surgical technique.

What is the recovery process after brain surgery?

Recovery depends on the type of surgery. Patients are monitored in the hospital for several days and followed with regular check-ups.

How long does a brain MRI take?

A brain MRI usually takes between 15 and 45 minutes.

Is surgical treatment used for Parkinson’s disease?

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) may be performed in advanced Parkinson’s disease when medications are insufficient.

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