Brain Tumors
Brain tumors refer to the situation where abnormal cells grow and form a mass in the brain. Brain tumors are divided into benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous). Although the exact reasons for the formation of such tumors are not known, there are some risk factors. For example, risk factors such as exposure to intense radiation […]
Diagnosis of Brain Tumors
Brain tumours can cause many different symptoms and signs.The most common of these symptoms are as follows: Headache: Brain tumours often start with a headache, and this headache can often be chronic and severe. Nausea and vomiting:Brain tumours can cause nausea and vomiting by causing an increase in pressure in the area in which it […]
Current Treatment Methods for Brain Tumors
The treatment of brain tumours is determined according to the type, size, location and general health status of the patient.Here are details about current treatment methods:1. Surgical Treatment:The first treatment option for most brain tumours is surgical intervention. Small-sized tumours, especially in brain regions that are not very sensitive, can be completely removed by surgery.However, […]
Brain Hemorrhages
Intracranial haemorrhages such as Epidural Haematoma, Subdural Haematoma, Parenchymal Haematoma and Subarachnoid Haemorrhage are considered serious medical emergencies and require prompt intervention.Here is a more detailed discussion of these types of haemorrhages:Epidural Haematoma: – Epidural haematoma is a condition in which bleeding occurs on the dura membrane located between the skull bones and the brain.It […]
Cerebral Vascular Diseases
Vascular diseases such as aneurysms (vascular bubbles), arterio-venous malformations (AVMs), and cavernous angiomas (cavernomas) can cause serious health problems related to the brain and vascular system.The diagnosis and treatment of these diseases are usually carried out by neurology and neurosurgery specialists. Here is more information about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of these diseases: Aneurysm […]
Adult Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus (hydrosyphalus) is a condition in which the circulation or absorption of cerebrospinal fluid (cerebrospinal fluid or cerebrospinal fluid) is impaired and this fluid accumulates in the ventricles or ventricles (ventricles) of the brain. Hydrocephalus can occur for many different reasons and can be seen at different stages of life. Treatment options may also vary […]
Movement Disorders: Parkinson’s, Essential Tremor, Dystonia
Symptoms of these disorders may include motor disorders such as involuntary movements in the arms and legs, muscle stiffness (stiffness).Brain pacemaker (neurostimulation) surgery may be considered in patients who do not respond to treatment or cannot be adequately controlled with medication.These surgeries are intended to reduce patients’ symptoms and reduce or eliminate the use of […]
Chiari Malformation
Chiari malformation, or prolapse of the cerebellum, is defined as a prolapse of the cerebellum downwards from its normal position and is usually a congenital condition.In this case, the prolapse of the cerebellum occurs towards the spinal canal in the nape of the neck, which can cause compression.The symptoms and treatment of Chiari malformation are […]