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Craniotomy for brain tumour removal in Bangalore
A craniotomy for brain tumour removal is a surgical procedure performed to remove a tumour from the brain. Craniotomy, or, in general terms, skull surgery, is the surgical procedure for the removal of part of the bone from the skull to expose the brain. It is the riskiest surgical procedure.
A piece of the skull is removed to give doctors access to the brain to remove a brain tumour, abnormal tissue, blood, or blood clots; relieve pressure after an injury or stroke; repair a brain aneurysm or skull fractures; or treat other brain conditions. The piece of the skull is put back in place after surgery.
Minimal-invasive surgery for some tumours without opening the skull bone can be done using endoscopes.
During surgery, your surgeon may:
- Clip an aneurysm to prevent bleeding.
- Remove abnormal blood vessels along with the clot.
- Remove a tumour or a piece of tumour for a
- Remove abnormal brain tissue.
- Drain blood or an infection.
- Microvascular decompression of the Cranial Nerves
- Take a sample of brain tissue to help diagnose nervous system diseases.
- Put a tube (a VP shunt) in the cavities of your brain to remove excess fluid.
The bone flap is usually placed back at the end of the surgery, using small titanium plates to hold it in place. These plates are MRI-compatible. This brain surgery is called a craniotomy.
After a craniotomy, the bone flap will mend itself over time and partially heal back into the rest of the skull bone within 2 to 3 months. Full recovery can take a few months and depends on the underlying condition that was treated.
The biggest risks with brain surgery include loss of function, such as the ability to speak, walk, or think. Rehabilitation after surgery can help regain these functions.
It is best to get proper counselling with your neurosurgeon about the procedure and avail help during your recovery.
The bone flap may not be put back if your surgery involved a tumour or an infection, or if the brain was swollen. This type of brain surgery is called a craniectomy. The bone flap may be put back during a future operation.
The time it takes for the surgery depends on the problem being treated.
