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Recovery After VP Shunt Surgery: Top 7 Tips To Follow

Dec 26, 2022

Recovery After VP Shunt Surgery: Top 7 Tips To Follow

A ventriculoperitoneal shunt surgery is generally performed for treating hydrocephalus. It helps in draining the excess cerebrospinal fluid from the brain to the abdomen. Thus, relieving the pressure inside your brain

Tanya Bose

Tanya Bose

Types and VP Shunt Surgery Procedure: What You Need to Know

Dec 26, 2022

Types and VP Shunt Surgery Procedure: What You Need to Know

VP shunt or ventriculoperitoneal shunt surgery is used for treating conditions like hydrocephalus. The procedure has been found to be effective in relieving the pressure caused because of the buildup of excessive fluid in the brain.

Tanya Bose

Tanya Bose

Why is VP Shunt Surgery a Good Option For Hydrocephalus

Dec 26, 2022

Why is VP Shunt Surgery a Good Option For Hydrocephalus

Hydrocephalus is a condition that occurs because of the buildup of excessive fluid in the ventricles or cavities present deep in your brain. This extra fluid can put pressure on the brain and raise the chances of brain damage. Though...

Alvina Hasan

Alvina Hasan

Microdiscectomy: Treatment For Your Herniated Disc

Dec 16, 2022

Microdiscectomy: Treatment For Your Herniated Disc

Microdiscectomy is one of the most common procedures performed to treat pain traveling down your arms or legs. It is a minimally invasive surgery that has helped several patients by relieving pain

Tanya Bose

Tanya Bose

Know The Signs Of A Herniated Disc

Dec 16, 2022

Know The Signs Of A Herniated Disc

You must have heard of a herniated disc. But what does it actually mean, and how do you know if you have one? Intervertebral discs act as cushions and are shock absorbers that are placed between the vertebrae of the spine.

Tanya Bose

Tanya Bose

Microdiscectomy: Pros and Cons

Dec 16, 2022

Microdiscectomy: Pros and Cons

Microdiscectomy is a type of surgery performed by a spine surgeon to relieve the pressure on the nerves because of a herniated disc. This helps in providing relief from pain and improving mobility. 

Tanya Bose

Tanya Bose

Microdiscectomy Recovery: What To Expect?

Dec 16, 2022

Microdiscectomy Recovery: What To Expect?

Microdiscectomy is considered the "gold standard" for treating herniated discs by removing the tissue of the herniated disc. This is a minimally invasive surgery and is generally considered to be less invasive than other traditional surgeries.

Alvina Hasan

Alvina Hasan

Reherniation After Microdiscectomy: What You Should Know?

Dec 16, 2022

Reherniation After Microdiscectomy: What You Should Know?

Our spine is the backbone of our body, which is composed of vertebrae. The intervertebral discs are the shock absorbers and act as cushions between the vertebrae. This allows our back to be strong and flexible.

Tanya Bose

Tanya Bose

Types and Benefits of Epilepsy Surgery: What You Need to Know

Dec 06, 2022

Types and Benefits of Epilepsy Surgery: What You Need to Know

Surgery for epilepsy is generally considered a last resort when other treatment options such as anti-seizure medications have failed to be effective. When it comes to undergoing surgery for epilepsy, most people are hesitant.

Tanya Bose

Tanya Bose