Minimally Invasive Brain Tumor Surgery: A less invasive approach to treating brain tumors
Verified by Dr. Sunil Kutty, Consultant Neurosurgery at the best neurosurgery hospital, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai.
What is minimally invasive brain tumor surgery?
Minimally invasive brain tumor surgery, also known as keyhole surgery or neuroendoscopic surgery, is a surgical approach aimed at removing brain tumors with less disruption to surrounding healthy brain tissue compared to traditional open surgery.
How is it different from traditional open brain surgery?
In traditional open brain surgery, a large incision is made in the scalp and skull to access the tumor. This can cause significant damage to healthy brain tissue and lead to a longer recovery time.
In minimally invasive brain tumor surgery, smaller incisions are made in the scalp and skull, and a thin, flexible tube with a camera attached to the end (endoscope) is inserted to visualize the tumor. This allows the surgeon to operate through a smaller incision and minimize damage to healthy brain tissue.
What are the benefits of minimally invasive brain tumor surgery?
Minimally invasive brain tumor surgery offers a number of benefits over traditional open brain surgery, including:
- Less damage to healthy brain tissue
- Shorter recovery time
- Less pain
- Reduced risk of complications
What types of brain tumors can be treated with minimally invasive surgery?
Minimally invasive brain tumor surgery can be used to treat a variety of brain tumors, including:
- Meningiomas
- Pituitary tumors
- Acoustic neuromas
- Colloid cysts
- Brain abscesses
- Some types of gliomas
Who is a candidate for minimally invasive brain tumor surgery?
The best candidates for minimally invasive brain tumor surgery are patients with tumors that are located in areas of the brain that can be safely accessed through a small incision. The patient’s overall health and the size and type of tumor will also be considered when determining candidacy.
What to expect after minimally invasive brain tumor surgery?
After minimally invasive brain tumor surgery, most patients spend a few days in the hospital for observation. The recovery time varies depending on the size and location of the tumor, but most patients are able to return to their normal activities within a few weeks.
Minimally invasive brain tumor surgery is safe
It is a safe and effective way to treat a variety of brain tumors. It offers a number of benefits over traditional open brain surgery, including less damage to healthy brain tissue, a shorter recovery time, and less pain.
Consult the best neurosurgeon in Mumbai, Dr. Sunil Kutty, Consultant Neurosurgery at the best neurosurgery hospital, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai.
Call 022 6280 6280 for an appointment.