Brain surgery is a complicated medical procedure. There are many conditions that have brain surgery as the only option for treatment. You can consult complex spine & complex brain neurosurgeon Marina Del Rey if you have been diagnosed with any injury or condition that requires brain surgery.
Brain surgery removes or repairs parts of the brain in order to treat diseases or trauma to the human body. The goal is to restore the health of the patient by reducing symptoms and preventing future complications that would arise from not having had the surgery. Many tumors, cysts, and blood clots can cause serious damage if left untreated in the brain.
Let us now see the common conditions that may require brain surgery.
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Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus is one of the most common conditions that require brain surgery. It happens when cerebrospinal fluid cannot flow properly. The excess amount of fluid may not block the flow to the brain, but it may cause calcium to build up in the brain, leading to damage and death of brain cells.
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Cerebral aneurysm
A cerebral aneurysm occurs when the artery or blood vessel surrounding the brain is filled with blood. An aneurysm may grow and rupture, leading to bleeding in the brain. It can also cause brain cells to die if it is not treated with surgery.
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Arteriovenous malformation
Arteriovenous malformation is a condition that develops when arteries and veins form abnormally. These abnormalities can cause blood clots to develop in the brain. When this happens, there is an increased risk of having a stroke or dying from bleeding in the brain.
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Traumatic brain injuries
Traumatic brain injuries may occur from an accident, a fall, or a blow to the head. TBIs are divided into two types. One is mild TBI and the other is severe and permanent damage of the brain. Severe TBI can cause brain damage that will make it difficult for you to function normally in many areas of your life, which makes having surgery a necessity.
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Chiari malformation
Chiari malformation is a birth defect where the skull does not have enough room for the brain. As a result, some of the brain tissue can be pushed into the spinal cord and cause nerve damage. The symptoms will depend on which part of the brain is affected. A Chiari malformation may affect your speech, make you feel tired or tired, or make you anxious.
