There are many systems in the human body. One of them is the central nervous system. The CNS is characterized as the body system between the brain and the spinal cord. Another system is the peripheral nervous system. This system includes nerves other than the brain and spinal cord and provides the connection between the central nervous system and organs. Diseases in these two nervous systems are the concern of the neurosurgery unit.
Neurosurgery, also known as brain, nerve and spinal cord surgery, is a branch of science that treats disorders of the nervous system. Doctors who have specialized in this unit are called neurosurgeons or neurosurgeons. Diseases such as tumors in the brain and spinal cord tissue, herniated discs, spinal cord and head trauma are treated by neurosurgeons.
Diseases such as epilepsy and Parkinson’s disease, which cause movement disorders, are the field of neurosurgery as well as neurology. In these diseases, brain pacemaker surgery is used to improve the quality of life of patients when medication fails to produce results.
Which Diseases Does Neurosurgery Unit Treat?
Spine Disorders: Spinal problems are one of the issues that concern brain, nerve and spinal cord surgery. Repair of fractures in the spine, surgeries aimed at eliminating nerve compression caused by accidents or any trauma, removal of tumors in the spine, treatment of canal narrowing in the neck and lumbar region, and treatment of lumbar slippage problems, especially with advancing age, are performed by brain, nerve and spinal cord surgery specialists.
Neck and Lumbar Hernia: Hernia formation begins when the soft tissues between our vertebrae go beyond the area where they are located. Not every hernia may require surgery, but if these tissues start to reach the nerves, they should be treated by specialized doctors.
Nerve Compression: It occurs when the tissues around the area where the nerve cells are located press on the nerves. The neck hernia and lumbar hernia mentioned above are the most common causes of nerve compression. In addition, sitting and posture disorders, obesity, slipped discs or genetic factors can also cause nerve compression. The most common types of nerve compression:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome (nerve compression in the wrist)
- Cubital tunnel syndrome (nerve compression at the elbow)
- Peroneal nerve compression (nerve compression in the knee)
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Stroke: A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain suddenly stops. If not treated properly and sustainably, it can result in death.
Brain Hemorrhages: A cerebral hemorrhage (aneurysm) is when the artery in our brain ruptures and blood leaks into the brain tissue. It can occur as a result of trauma such as an accident or a blow; sometimes it can occur for no reason at all and requires emergency intervention.
Brain Tumors: Tumors are divided into benign and malignant. Brain tumors can manifest themselves as symptoms such as headache, nausea, balance problems that occur as if stabbed with a knife. People with these complaints should consult a neurosurgeon as soon as possible.
Pituitary Tumors: The pituitary gland is located in the brain and regulates the functioning of endocrine glands such as the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, testicles in men and ovaries in women. In the presence of a pituitary gland tumor, headaches, vision problems, mood swings, excessive hair growth, enlargement of the hands, feet, chin and throughout the body may occur. Since it is located at the back of the eye, the headache is usually close to the eye and can also affect the eyes. It may not always be symptomatic and symptoms may vary depending on the type of tumor.
Childhood brain and nerve diseases: Pediatric neurosurgery covers brain and nerve diseases that occur before or after birth. All children from the womb to the age of 18 are included in the field of pediatric neurosurgery. Congenital brain hemorrhages, nervous system disorders, spinal deformities can be given as examples. With the right diagnosis and treatment methods, children’s brain and nerve development progresses in a healthy way.
Brain Surgery Denizli
You can get information from Denizli Private Odak Hospital Brain and Nerve Surgery Polyclinic in all problems such as lumbar hernia, cervical hernia, narrow canal in the waist, narrowing of the canal in the neck, lumbar slip, spinal fractures, spinal tumor, carpal tunnel syndrome, cerebellar prolapse, brain tumor, brain stem diseases, pituitary gland tumor, brain hemorrhage, hydrocephalus, spida bfida.
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