Neurosurgery is a medical specialty focused on treating disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems through surgical interventions. Common treatments include:
Brain Tumour Surgery: Removal of benign or malignant brain tumours.
Spinal Surgery: Procedures like discectomy, spinal fusion, and laminectomy to address spinal conditions.
Cerebrovascular Surgery: Treatments for aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), and stroke.
Functional Neurosurgery: Surgical management of movement disorders and epilepsy using techniques like deep brain stimulation.
Peripheral Nerve Surgery: Repair or reconstruction of injured peripheral nerves.
Paediatric Neurosurgery: Specialised care for children with neurological disorders.
Trauma Surgery: Urgent interventions for traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries.
Advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques have improved surgical outcomes, but neurosurgery carries risks that should be discussed with a neurosurgeon before treatment.