Brain and Spine Tumors
Brain and Spine Tumors
Treatment for brain and spine tumors depends on the type, size, and location of the tumor, as well as the patient’s overall health. Advanced treatment options like endoscopic/keyhole surgery for brain and spine tumour tumour integrating modern techniques makes him one of the best brain tumor surgeon in India, focusing on safe and effective outcomes.
Brain Tumors
Types of Brain Tumors
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Gliomas – The most common type, including glioblastomas, astrocytomas, and oligodendrogliomas.
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Meningiomas – Usually benign, arising from the meninges (brain coverings).
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Pituitary Tumors – Affect hormone production.
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Medulloblastomas – More common in children, arising in the cerebellum.
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Metastatic Brain Tumors – Spread from cancers in other body parts (lungs, breast, etc.).
Symptoms of Brain Tumors
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Persistent headaches, worse in the morning
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Nausea or vomiting
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Vision or hearing problems
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Seizures
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Weakness or numbness in limbs
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Memory loss or personality changes
Spine Tumors
Types of Spine Tumors
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Intramedullary Tumors – Originate in the spinal cord (e.g., astrocytomas, ependymomas).
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Extramedullary Tumors – Grow outside the spinal cord but within the spine (e.g., meningiomas, schwannomas).
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Metastatic Spine Tumors – Cancer that spreads to the spine from other parts of the body.
Symptoms of Spine Tumors
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Back pain, worsening over time
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Numbness or tingling in the arms or legs
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Weakness or difficulty walking
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Loss of bladder or bowel control
Diagnosis
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MRI & CT Scans – Provide detailed imaging of brain and spine tumors.
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Biopsy – Determines if the tumor is benign or malignant.
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Neurological Exams – Evaluate reflexes, muscle strength, and coordination.
Treatment of Brain and Spine Tumors
Surgical Treatment – Removal of the tumor using advanced microsurgical andendoscopic techniques using neuronavigation
Minimally Invasive Surgery – Keyhole procedures for faster recovery and minimal tissue damage
Radiation Therapy – Targeted radiation to destroy tumor cells
Chemotherapy – Medications used to treat malignant tumors
Rehabilitation – Post-surgical care to improve neurological function