Neurosurgery

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Neurosurgery

Answer 1

intricate procedures to the spine, brain and peripheral nerves

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Brain tumour surgery

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tumours grow, they affect ordinary brain function and can create a range of symptoms. Surgery is designed to biopsy, remove and/or reduce tumours. These options work to alleviate symptoms and, in cases of brain cancer, maximise the effectiveness of oncology treatments and patient survival rates.

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Cerebrovascular disorders

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Blood vessels that supply oxygen to the brain can become blocked or malformed, or can spontaneously burst, making a stroke highly likely.

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Peripheral nerve disorders

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connects the brain and spine (central nervous system) to the rest of the body. If peripheral nerves are compressed, injured or develop growths (usually benign), surgery can relieve associated symptoms of pain and impaired motor function.

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Skull base tumours

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These tumours form in the space below the brain, behind the eyes and nose. They can be either malignant or benign and need to be excised to remove pressure on the brain and critical nerves that affect mobility, vision and hormonal function. Minimally-invasive surgery is often appropriate for skull base procedures.

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Spinal disorders

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We manage simple and complex surgeries to treat conditions affecting the neck and spine. These include surgeries for compressed or ‘pinched’ spinal nerves, degenerative disc changes, spinal trauma, deformities (ie scoliosis), and tumours. Surgery is considered when conservative therapies have failed.