Neurosurgery
Brain Tumor Surgery
Brain Tumor Surgery
Brain tumor surgery is a procedure to remove or reduce tumors in the brain, relieve symptoms, and improve quality of life using advanced surgical techniques.
Duration: Hospital stay is usually several days to one week
Types
Surgical
Summary
Brain tumor surgery is a critical neurosurgical procedure that removes or reduces tumors, relieves symptoms, and supports diagnosis and further treatment using advanced technologies.
Key Benefits
✔Relief from symptoms such as headaches and seizures
✔Improved brain function
✔Better quality of life
✔Accurate diagnosis through tissue sampling
Treatment Procedures
1Open Brain Surgery (Craniotomy)
2Image-Guided Surgery
3Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery
4Endoscopic Brain Surgery
5Laser-Assisted Brain Surgery
6Robotic-Assisted Brain Surgery
Overview
- ✔Removes or reduces brain tumors
- ✔Relieves pressure in the skull
- ✔Helps confirm tumor diagnosis
- ✔Improves neurological function and quality of life
- ✔Uses advanced imaging and surgical technology
Types of Surgery
- ✔Open Surgery (Craniotomy)
- ✔Minimally Invasive Surgery
- ✔Endoscopic Surgery
- ✔Laser-Assisted Surgery
- ✔Robotic Surgery
Purpose
- To remove all or part of a tumor
- To relieve pressure inside the skull
- To collect tissue for accurate diagnosis
- To guide further treatment such as radiation or chemotherapy
Conditions Treated
- Brain tumors
- Increased intracranial pressure
- Neurological dysfunction
Diagnosis & Evaluation
- MRI scan
- CT scan
- Neurological evaluation
- Tissue biopsy
Risks
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Seizures
- Neurological changes
- Swelling
- Cerebrospinal fluid leaks
Why Choose India?
India offers advanced neurosurgical care with experienced neurosurgeons, cutting-edge technology like robotic systems and AI-guided imaging, cost-effective treatment, and internationally accredited hospitals.
Overview Points
- ✔ Removes or reduces brain tumors
- ✔ Relieves pressure in the skull
- ✔ Helps confirm tumor diagnosis
- ✔ Improves neurological function and quality of life
- ✔ Uses advanced imaging and surgical technology
Signs & Symptoms
- ⚠ Persistent or worsening headaches
- ⚠ Seizures
- ⚠ Changes in personality, memory, or thinking
- ⚠ Difficulty with balance or coordination
- ⚠ Vision, speech, or hearing changes
- ⚠ Nausea or morning vomiting
How It Is Done
- 1Pre-operative assessment including MRI/CT scans and neurological evaluation
- 2Administration of general anesthesia
- 3Craniotomy (removal of a section of the skull)
- 4Tumor removal using microscopes and specialized tools
- 5Closure of skull and incision with post-operative monitoring
Recovery
- 💊 Hospital stay for several days to one week
- 💊 Follow-up imaging (MRI/CT) to assess results
- 💊 Rehabilitation therapy (physical, speech, occupational) may be required
Additional Information
- ℹ Advanced neurosurgery uses robotic-assisted systems, AI-guided imaging, high-powered microscopes, and stereotactic navigation (e.g., ROSA robots) to improve precision and safety.