Neurosurgery

A team of specialised healthcare providers committed to the treatment and care of our patients and their families.

Symptoms

Neurosurgery is a medical specialty that deals with the treatment of conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Some common symptoms that may indicate the need for neurosurgical evaluation and treatment include:

Muscle weakness

Confusion

Spasms

Seizures

Loss of sensation

Partial or complete paralysis

Numbness in the legs or arms

Poor memory or concentration

Dizziness

Tremors

Poor coordination

Sleep problems

Difficulty swallowing or eating

Speech problems

Vision problems

Headaches

Diagnosis

Physical Examination

Neurological Examination

Computed Tomography (CT) Scans

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Scans

Angiography

Biopsy

Lumbar Puncture

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

Electromyography (EMG)

Cerebrospinal Fluid Analysis

Ultrasound – Carotid Doppler Ultrasound

X-rays

Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan

Treatments

Treatment options differ according to the types and severity of the conditions. Treatments options include:

Medications

Physical and occupational therapy for rehabilitation

Brain and spinal surgery using neuro-navigation

External Ventricular Drainage (EVD) Procedure

Stereotactic Radiosurgery using Gamma Knife

Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for post-stroke rehabilitation or depression