There are several common types of surgeries performed in neurosurgery, depending on the condition being treated. Some of the most common neurosurgical procedures include:
- Craniotomy: This is a surgical procedure that involves making an opening in the skull to access the brain. It is often used to remove brain tumors, repair blood vessel abnormalities, or treat traumatic brain injuries.
- Spinal fusion: This is a surgical procedure that involves fusing two or more vertebrae together in the spine. It is often used to treat conditions such as spinal stenosis, herniated discs, or spinal fractures.
- Deep brain stimulation: This is a surgical procedure that involves implanting electrodes into specific areas of the brain to treat movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease or essential tremor.
- Endovascular coiling: This is a minimally invasive procedure that involves using a catheter to insert tiny coils into a brain aneurysm to prevent it from rupturing.
- Microvascular decompression: This is a surgical procedure that involves relieving pressure on a nerve by moving a blood vessel that is compressing it. It is often used to treat conditions such as trigeminal neuralgia or hemifacial spasm.
While these are some of the most common neurosurgical procedures, the type of surgery performed depends on the specific condition being treated and the individual needs of the patient.
