Neurosurgery appears to be the fastest growing branch among medical branches and the one most affected by technological developments.
Neurosurgery appears to be the fastest growing branch among medical branches and the one most affected by technological developments. Neurosurgery deals with the diagnosis, follow-up and treatment of diseases seen in the head, neck, brain, spinal cord and spine. In our Istanbul Medipol University Hospital Neurosurgery Department; Our expert academic staff works with the support of the most advanced technology devices. Studies on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases are carried out by brain and neurosurgery specialists. When necessary, we work in harmony with neurology, neuroradiology, radiation oncology, psychiatry, physical medicine and rehabilitation departments with a multidisciplinary (multi-branch) approach.
Diseases within the Field of Expertise of the Department of Neurosurgery:
Neurosurgical Diseases Brain tumors Spinal Cord Tumors Herniated Disc Herniated disc in Neck Parkinson Back Hernia Skullbase Tumors Spinal Fractures Aneurysm (Vessel Bubble) Childhood Spinal Cord Diseases Brain Hemorrhages Seen in Babies and Children Brain Hemorrhages Seen in Adults Epilepsy (Epilepsy Surgeries) Spinal Tumors Cerebrovascular Diseases Cerebrovascular diseases include conditions that affect blood vessels and blood flow to the brain. Problems with blood flow can occur due to narrowing of blood vessels, artery blockage, and clot formation. Lack of adequate blood flow can affect the brain tissue and cause stroke. Stroke Aneurysm(Bubble) Cerebral Hemorrhages Stenosis in Cerebral Vessels It is possible to treat cerebrovascular diseases by intravenous access and closed method without open surgery. Patients treated in this way recover faster and can return to their daily lives in a shorter time. The most common cerebrovascular diseases are bubbles (aneurysms) and related brain hemorrhages. Istanbul Medipol University Hospital Invasive Neuroradiology experts state that vascular diseases of the brain and spinal cord are special conditions that carry high risks such as coma, paralysis, and death, but that an effective and reliable treatment can be applied by intravenous treatment without damaging the tissues compared to open surgery. Cerebrovascular diseases that can be treated with neuroradiology are: Bubble (aneurysm) in the brain vessels and related brain hemorrhages Sudden stroke (ischemic stroke) Lumps formed in the brain vessels and related brain hemorrhages Stenosis in the carotid artery and brain vessels Cerebrovascular diseases seen in newborn babies Occlusion of tumor vessels in the head and neck region and administration of chemotherapy
Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors
All tumors within the skull are referred to as brain tumors. There are two types of brain tumors. They are primary brain tumor and secondary brain tumor. Primary Brain Tumor Effects Headache Malaise Balance disorder Vision Disorder Hearing Disorder Walking Disorder Weakness In Arms and Legs
Spinal Cord Tumors
The spinal cord is an organ located within the spine. Spinal cord tumors are known as tumors that originate from the spine itself. It may also occur in the form of a tumor that has developed elsewhere in the body, called metastasis, spreading to the spine. It is generally seen in middle and older ages. There may be benign and malignant tumors in the spinal cord. Surgical method is applied to the majority of spinal cord tumors. The most appropriate treatment plan is created by our specialist doctors and treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy can be continued after the surgical procedure.
Spine Diseases
Spine diseases can generally be age-related. They may also occur due to various accidents, impacts and traumas. Spinal calcification, muscle and joint pain, spinal misalignment, lumbar and cervical disc herniation, spinal nerve compression, scoliosis, kyphosis and tumors are some of the spine diseases. In case of any spine-related discomfort, a specialist doctor should be consulted.
Stroke
All diseases that develop as a result of blockage and bleeding in the vessels feeding the brain are called stroke. Generally, as a result of this disease, loss of strength develops on the right and left sides of the body. Accordingly, temporary or permanent loss of functions may occur as a result of stroke. Paralyzed patients can continue their normal lives with early and correct treatment.
Effects of Stroke on the Body
Loss of movement in hands and arms Loss of movement in legs Impairment in speech and comprehension functions Disruption of swallowing function
Traumas
Head and spine traumas and spinal injuries are among the common diseases of the Neurosurgery department. Traffic accidents, work accidents, falls, sports accidents, injuries, head and spine traumas are among the causes. Treatment and surgical intervention may vary depending on the severity of head and spine trauma.
Epilepsy (Epilepsy Surgeries)
Epilepsy is a group of diseases that affect a significant part of the population and can seriously limit functionality. There are different types and very good results can be obtained with surgical methods in suitable patients who do not respond to medical treatment. Deciding on surgical treatment in epilepsy is usually made at the end of a long and detailed evaluation process. In this process, evaluation with advanced imaging techniques and evaluations of experienced neuroradiologists, evaluations of adult and pediatric neurologists specializing in epilepsy disease, evaluations of neuropsychiatric and social factors are performed. In order to perform epilepsy surgery, the center should have technological facilities such as EEG, camera-recorded long-term monitoring, functional MRI, invasive EEG. In addition, advanced systems such as brain mapping, neuromonitoring, stereotaxy and neuronavigation are needed in the operating room. Our hospital has an advanced academic and technical infrastructure for epilepsy surgery, and a great number of epilepsy surgeries are performed.
Childhood Neurosurgical Diseases (Pediatric Neurosurgery)
The field of Neurosurgery that focuses on the patient group under the age of 18 is called "Pediatric Neurosurgery". These patients are evaluated in the categories of premature, newborn, infant, child and adolescent according to their age. Each group has its own common diseases and surgical treatment approaches. In addition, close cooperation and teamwork with the Neonatology and Pediatrics departments is required in the treatment of pediatric patients. Moreover, there is a need for special equipment designed for the pediatric age group used in surgeries. In Istanbul Medipol University Hospital, there is an advanced academic and technical infrastructure for Pediatric Neurosurgery surgeries, and a high number of surgeries are performed.