Nestled within the International Medical Center (IMC), the Neurosurgery Department stands as a beacon of cutting-edge neurosurgical care, ranking among the most advanced neurosurgery centers in the private sector across the Middle East and Africa. Anchored by a team of highly qualified consultants, the department is dedicated to providing comprehensive neurosurgical interventions, state-of-the-art facilities, and advanced equipment. This blog post delves into the services, facilities, interventions, and equipment that characterize the exceptional Neurosurgery Department at IMC.

1. Neurosurgical Activities:

Neurosurgical Interventions: The department offers a spectrum of neurosurgical interventions, encompassing procedures for different brain tumors, head injuries, skull base surgery, vascular neurosurgery, spinal cord tumors, pediatric neurosurgery, and more.

Gamma Knife Treatment: IMC’s Neurosurgery Department utilizes Gamma Knife surgery for precise and non-invasive treatment of various brain conditions, including benign and malignant tumors, vascular abnormalities, and functional disorders such as trigeminal neuralgia.

Research Activities and Scientific Meetings: The department is actively engaged in research endeavors, contributing to the advancement of neurosurgical knowledge. Regular scientific meetings foster collaboration and the exchange of ideas among the neurosurgical team.

Outpatient Clinics: Providing continuity of care, outpatient clinics ensure ongoing monitoring and follow-up for neurosurgical patients.

2. Neurosurgical Department Facilities:

Modernized Operating Theaters (Capsule) OR: IMC boasts two state-of-the-art operating theaters equipped with modern technology, providing a sterile and controlled environment for neurosurgical procedures.

Gamma Knife Center: A dedicated Gamma Knife center facilitates precise and targeted treatment for specific neurological conditions.

Neurosurgical ICU: The neurosurgical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on the second floor is equipped with advanced facilities to monitor and care for patients post-surgery.

Outpatient Clinics: Conveniently located on the second floor, outpatient clinics offer accessible consultations and follow-up care.

3. Scope of Neurosurgical Interventions at IMC:

IMC’s Neurosurgery Department covers a wide range of interventions, including surgical treatment for brain tumors, management of head injuries, skull base surgery, vascular neurosurgery, lumbar and cervical disc surgery, stereotactic brain surgery, spinal cord tumors, pediatric neurosurgery, trigeminal neuralgia treatment, peripheral nerve surgery, and more.

4. Advanced Neurosurgical Equipment:

Neuronavigation Stealth System (S7): Ensuring precision in neurosurgical procedures, the Stealth System aids in navigation during complex surgeries.

NC4/Motorized Zeiss Microscope: A cutting-edge microscope for detailed visualization and precision in neurosurgical procedures.

N32/Contraves Zeiss Microscope: Another advanced microscope contributing to the accuracy of neurosurgical interventions.

Stereotactic Cranial System “Leksell”: A sophisticated system for stereotactic brain surgery, allowing for precise targeting of lesions.

The CUSA: A device utilized for tissue fragmentation during certain neurosurgical procedures.

Neuroendoscopy: Advanced endoscopic equipment facilitates minimally invasive procedures for certain neurosurgical conditions.

Thermocoagulator for Trigeminal Neuralgia: Specifically designed equipment for the effective treatment of trigeminal neuralgia.

Gamma Knife Leksell: IMC’s Gamma Knife is a crucial tool for non-invasive surgery, particularly beneficial for treating specific brain tumors and functional disorders.

5. Indications of Gamma Knife Surgery:

Gamma Knife surgery at IMC is indicated for various conditions, including benign brain tumors like acoustic neuroma and meningioma, pituitary adenomas, brain vascular abnormalities, pain trigeminal neuralgia, functional disorders such as epilepsy, and selected malignant brain tumors like metastatic brain lesions and gliomas.

 

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