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A minimally invasive surgical procedure, Endoscopy Neurosurgery, is performed to treat brain tumours. Unlike other techniques, this surgery does not always need drilling of the skull to remove the tumour.
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Endoscopic Neurosurgery in Jaipur by Dr. Himanshu Gupta drhimanshugupta.com/brain/endoscopic-neurosurgery A minimally invasive surgical procedure, Endoscopy Neurosurgery, is performed to treat brain tumours. Unlike other techniques, this surgery does not always need drilling of the skull to remove the tumour. It can be performed by inserting the endoscopy tube through an opening such as the nose and sinuses. Surgeons like Dr Himanshu Gupta carefully insert a tube to get a clear picture of the issue. Therefore, not requiring open brain surgery. Experts like Dr. Gupta operate by observing enlarged real-time footage from the endoscope on a monitor. Why is Endoscopy Neurosurgery performed? Brain tumours are a group of abnormal cells situated in the brain. Since the brain is located inside the skull, a growing tumour can increase the pressure inside. Thus, it can be life-threatening and is required the tumour to be removed. One of the most effective procedures of removing it without causing damage to the brain is Endoscopy Neurosurgery in Jaipur. Which type of brain tumour can be treated with the procedure? Tumours that grow in the brain are primary tumours. On the other hand, those that start in some other part of the body and spread to the brain are secondary. Primary brain tumours originate from brain cells, meninges, nerve cells and glands. Secondary brain tumours can spread to the brain from lung cancer, skin cancer, breast cancer and kidney cancer. 1/3
Primary brain tumours can be malignant or benign. Besides, the benign ones can be removed easily through Endoscopy Neurosurgery in Jaipur. Yet, with time the benign ones can become malignant and cause a threat to life. Malignant or cancerous tumours can spread easily to the spinal cord over a short span. Brain tumours also have stages ranging from least threatening conditions to serious conditions. Consulting an expert like Dr. Himanshu Gupta is crucial to getting it diagnosed at the early stages. Types of Endoscopy Neurosurgery Intracranial Surgery This procedure involves inserting endoscopes into the brain through very small skull openings. Doctors place tiny instruments through the same opening for biopsy. In addition, the complete procedure lasts about fifteen minutes to one hour. Moreover, patients are usually discharged from the hospital the next day. Endonasal Neurosurgery To treat pituitary tumours and meningiomas in the brain, the most used procedure is endonasal neurosurgery. Surgeons like Dr. Himanshu Gupta can move the endoscope through the nose for a better view and treatment of the issue. Also, Endoscopy Neurosurgery in Jaipur is great because patients are usually discharged two to four days after surgery. Spinal Surgery Endoscopic spinal surgery is used to treat disorders affecting the spine. Problems in the lumber, constant back pain and other spinal issues can be treated using a similar procedure. They can be done under local or general anaesthesia, and patients usually go home the next day. Risks in Endoscopic Neurosurgery Endoscopy Neurosurgery has the minimum risks as compared to other surgeries. Moreover, it is minimally invasive, unlike other traditional open surgeries. In addition, the recovery procedure is much easier for patients as it causes the least trauma to the brain or spine during surgery. Also, endoscopy neurosurgery has a high success rate apart from being minimally invasive. Treatment Plan with Endoscopic Neurosurgery Brain tumours are treated differently depending upon the type, location and severity. The most common treatment procedure is through surgery. Endoscopy Neurosurgery in Jaipur is the least invasive method to remove the tumour from the brain. Unlike traditional surgeries, this process uses imaging and causes no damage to the brain. Only reputed Neurosurgeon in Jaipur like Dr Gupta should be trusted with these critical operations. Also, there are specialised instruments to perform the procedure. 2/3
Why choose Dr. Himanshu Gupta? Dr. Himanshu Gupta has completed a fellowship in neuro endoscopy, which makes him an excellent choice for treating brain tumors. In addition, he is also one of the top neurosurgeon in Jaipur, Indus Hospital due to his excellent knowledge of the brain and spine. Dr. Gupta is also a well-respected neurosurgeon with degrees in MBBS, MS, and DNB in neurosurgery from reputable universities. Also, Dr Gupta was the senior registrar at Medanta-The Medicity, Gurugram, and is a renowned member of the Neurosurgeon Institute of India. Dr. Gupta specialises in minimally invasive spinal trauma and damage, as well as Endoscopy Neurosurgery in Jaipur. Most Asked Question on Endoscopy Neurosurgery What are the steps before Endoscopy Neurosurgery? Before performing the surgery, Dr Gupta runs several tests and examine your medical history to diagnose the location and extent of the problem. 1. Blood tests to see if there are any traces of substances produced into the bloodstream by tumours 2. Biopsy, where a small part of the tumour is extracted and tested for signs of malignancies 3. CT, MRI, SPECT, and PET scans are other imaging techniques used by many Neurosurgeon in Jaipur like Dr Gupta. Is the surgery painful? When can I get back to work? What is the cost of Endoscopy Neurosurgery in India? 3/3