Brain Surgery
Overview
Brain surgery is performed to treat conditions affecting the brain that require direct surgical management. If you are advised to have this procedure, it is usually because there is a specific area that needs to be treated, removed, or repaired.
Not all neurological conditions require surgery. When it is recommended, it is carefully planned using detailed imaging and assessment. The goal is to treat the condition while protecting normal brain function as much as possible.
When It's Needed
You may need brain surgery if you have:
- A growth or abnormal finding in the brain
- Symptoms affecting movement, speech, or function
- Conditions causing pressure within the brain
- Findings that require surgical treatment
How It's Performed
The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia. It involves:
- Creating a controlled opening in the skull to access the brain
- Identifying and treating the affected area
- Using precise techniques to minimise impact on surrounding tissue
The approach is carefully planned based on your condition and imaging findings. The procedure typically takes several hours, depending on complexity, and requires a hospital stay for monitoring and recovery.
What to Expect
Recovery
Recovery varies depending on the type of procedure and the condition being treated. You may require a period of hospital monitoring followed by gradual recovery.
Rehabilitation or follow-up support may be needed to help restore function and support recovery. Your care team will guide you through each stage.
Diagnostics & Tests
Before the procedure, your condition may be assessed using:
These help guide surgical planning and ensure accuracy.
Support Services
You may receive support such as:
Call our 24/7 emergency line immediately if you experience:
- Severe pain, fever, or signs of infection after the procedure
- Difficulty breathing or chest pain
- Uncontrolled bleeding or sudden swelling