Neuro Surgery

  Brain Aneurysm A bulge or ballooning in a blood vessel in the brain is called a brain aneurysm . A brain aneurysm occurs when a weak spot in the brain’s arterial wall bulges and fills with blood, they develop as a result of the thinning of artery walls and are commonly seen at the branches of the arteries which are the weakest points of the vessels. Although aneurysms can appear anywhere within the brain, they are most commonly found in arteries at the base of the brain. A brain aneurysm is a potentially life-threatening condition that may affect an individual at any age. If a brain aneurysm ruptures, it’s an emergency situation that may lead to a stroke, brain damage, and even death if not treated immediately.   A ruptured brain aneurysm which causes bleeding inside the brain is called hemorrhagic stroke, and the one occurring in the space between the brain and the thin tissues covering the brain is called a subarachnoid hemorrhage. Most brain aneurysms are often...

  How is a brain tumor diagnosed? Brain tumor diagnosis is based on the clinical history and medical examination of the neurological status. The physical examination includes a detailed neurological examination. The doctor will see if your cranial nerves (The nerves that originate in your brain) are intact by conducting a series of tests. Your doctor will look inside your eyes with an ophthalmoscope, to ascertain m directly into your eyes to see if there’s any swelling of the optic nerve. Optic nerve changes can occur when the pressure inside the skull increases. The doctor may evaluate your muscle strength, coordination, ability to try and do mathematical calculations, memory, etc   After the physical exam, your doctor may advise some more tests. Your doctor may consider   some of these factors before choosing a diagnostic test: • The type of tumor suspected • Your signs and symptoms • Your age and general health • The results of earlier medical tests Thes...