You might require brain surgery if you have blood clots, brain tumors, aneurysms, and other conditions like epilepsy. Ali H. Mesiwala, MD, FAANS can identify your condition and recommend the most suitable brain surgery. Remember, the surgery will depend on your situation and the expected outcome.
Conditions that brain surgery can address
The conditions that brain surgery can address are many. They include the following:
Blood clots (hematomas)
If a blood vessel in your brain bursts, it can lead to blood collection in your brain. An impact from a car accident can also cause the condition. You might experience a short period of unconsciousness if you have this condition.
Traumatic brain injuries
You might suffer from brain injuries if you suffer a blow to your head or get involved in a car accident. In such a case, you can benefit from brain surgery. Your healthcare provider will suggest surgery to avoid further damage, depending on your injuries.
Brain tumors
A brain tumor is the abnormal growth of unhealthy cells in your brain which can be cancerous or not. Brain tumors can cause different symptoms, like muscle weakness and dizziness. If they are cancerous, they can start in the brain or another part of your brain and spread to your brain.
Brain hemorrhage
Weak blood vessels in your brain can lead to bleeding. While you might experience brain bleeding because of an injury to your brain, conditions like high blood pressure can weaken your brain blood vessels leading to rapture.
Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus is caused by the imbalance of the volume of cerebrospinal fluid produced and how much your bloodstream uptakes. If the production outweighs the uptake or consumption, you will experience fluid buildup in your brain’s cavities.
Symptoms that indicate you need brain surgery
- Cognitive difficulties
- Impaired vision
- Confusion and seizures
- Dizziness
- Headaches that get worse
Types of brain surgeries
There are many types of brain surgery, depending on your condition. Your doctor will discuss the type of surgery most suitable for your situation. The following are common types of brain surgeries.
Craniotomy. Your surgeon will remove a piece of your skull to access the desired part of your brain. It is a suitable treatment for brain tumors and cerebral aneurysms.
Cranioplasty. If you have a defect in your skull, your surgeon will conduct a cranioplasty procedure to reshape or reposition it.
Endoscopic surgery. Endoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a narrow instrument with a camera and a lighting fixture. Your surgeon will insert the device through your nose. The camera sends images to a computer, and your surgeon can perform the surgery based on the images.
Cerebrospinal fluid shunt. If you have excessive cerebrospinal fluid, your doctor will insert or implant a shunt to drain the excess fluid.
If you experience any of the above symptoms, visit Dr. Ali H. Mesiwala, MD, FAANS, for treatment. You will meet qualified and experienced staff ready to offer customized treatment depending on your condition. Call or book an appointment online today.
