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Conditions Treated by Dr. Fahir Sencan

Neurosurgeons are trained to treat people suffering aneurysms, blocked arteries, trauma to the brain and spine, birth defects, chronic low-back pain, brain and spinal cord cancer, and peripheral nerve problems. Neurosurgeons also do surgeries for carpal tunnel syndrome, spinal surgery, and brain tumor removal surgery. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Fahir Sencan treats:

  • Congenital Spine Disorders
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Epilepsy
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Disc Disease
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Glioma
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Aneurysm
  • Meningioma
  • Traumatic Head Injury
  • Disc Dessication
  • Chronic Depression
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Stroke
  • Brain Cancers
  • Disc Bulge
  • Brain Tumor - Glioblastoma
  • Astrocytoma
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Arteriovenous Malformation
  • Brain Abscess
  • Scoliosis
  • Vertebral Compression Fractures
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Herniated Disc
  • Disc Herniation
  • Tourette's Syndrome
  • Fractured Vertebra
  • Meningiomas
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spinal Arthritis
  • Vertebral Tumors
  • Tremors
  • Paget'S Disease
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Cerebral Edema
  • Disc Pain
  • Dystonia
  • Vertebral Hemangioma
  • High Intracranial Pressure
  • Dementia
  • Achondroplasia
  • Ependymomas
  • Csf Obstruction
  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Spinal Tumor
  • Brain Infection
  • Slip Disc
  • Vertebral Osteoporosis
  • Brain Tumor

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Fahir Sencan

In case your body shows any of the below-given symptoms, go and see a neurosurgeon who will help diagnose the underlying conditions. Some conditions may be mild while others may require immediate attention. Proper diagnosis on time can prevent serious conditions.

  • Fatigue
  • Inability to maintain normal posture due to stiffness and/or pain
  • Muscle spasms either with activity or at rest
  • Numbness or weakness in your lower back, buttock, leg or feet
  • Drowsiness
  • Rapidly increasing head circumference
  • Downward deviation of eyes or sunset sign
  • Sleep problems
  • Seizures
  • restricting range of motion
  • Prominent scalp veins
  • Headaches, which may be severe and worsen with activity or in the early morning
  • Stiffness in the low back area
  • Unusually large head size
  • “Pins and needles” feeling in your legs, toes or feet
  • Pain that worsens with movement; loss of movement
  • Bulging and tense fontanelle or soft spot
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Moderate to severe pain in lower back, buttock and down your leg
  • Memory problems

The above symptoms appear mainly due to conditions that can adversely affect the nervous system. The symptoms can vary from person to person because the nervous system regulates different body functions. Symptoms can include all forms of pain.

Operating Hours of Dr. Fahir Sencan

The working hour of doctor Fahir Sencan is 11 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off on Sunday. You should confirm the doctor’s availability you visit him. This is because, sometimes, the doctor is out of the station or might be occupied in some emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Fahir Sencan

Dr Fahir Sencan is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

  • Microdiscectomy
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Laminectomy
  • Spinal Fusion

Dr. Fahir Sencan is a renowned neurosurgeon who is known for his patient-centric approach and high success rate. The doctor evaluates the condition of the patient completely before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols in order to ensure patient safety. Also, the doctor is abreast with the latest techniques.

Qualification

  • Marmara University School of Medicine
  • Istanbul University Istanbul School of Medicine - Specialization

Past Experiences

  • Istanbul University Istanbul School of Medicine Brain and Nerve Surgery AD
  • TC Ministry of Health Mardin Kızıltepe State Hospital
  • Private Bagcılar Medilife Hospital
  • Private Bayrampaşa Kolan Hospital
  • Private Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Fully Endoscopic Interlaminar and Transforaminal Lumbar Discectomy: Short-Term Clinical Results of 163 Surgically Treated Patients.
  • Unilateral Endoscopic Optic Nerve Decompression for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension: A Series of 10 Patients. World neurosurgery.
  • Serum creatine phosphokinase as an indicator of muscle following injury lumbar surgery: Comparison of enpic and discpicpic and discpicenpic enpicpic and discpic.

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PROCEDURES

  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Laminectomy
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Spinal Fusion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Fahir Sencan have?
Dr. Fahir Sencan is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Fahir Sencan offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Fahir Sencan have?
Dr. Fahir Sencan is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 18 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

Dr. Fahir Sencan is a renowned neurosurgeon who is known for his patient-centric approach and high success rate. The doctor evaluates the condition of the patient completely before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols in order to ensure patient safety. Also, the doctor is abreast with the latest techniques. Neurosurgeons work both in private and public hospitals. They also see patients in a clinic or surgery. They work closely with specialists and health professionals as part of a medical team, such as a critical care team or a hospital stroke team.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurosurgeon

You have to undergo one or more diagnostic tests before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon. The result of the tests will help the doctor determine the root cause of the disease and plan the treatment accordingly. For a complete evaluation of your condition, you have to undergo neurological examination which may include the following:

  • Myelogram
  • Nerve conduction velocity studies/electromyography
  • Spinal MRI
  • Blood Tests
  • Physical Exam
  • CT Brain
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Neurological exam
  • MRI Brain
  • Spinal X-ray

The below-listed are some of the diagnostic tests recommended by a neurosurgeon to diagnose a condition of the nervous system::

  1. Cerebral Angiogram
  2. CT Myelogram
  3. CT Scans
  4. Lumbar Puncture
  5. MRI Scans
  6. X-ray Imaging
  7. Electroencephalogram
  8. Electromyogram
  9. Spinal tap CT
When should you go to see a neurosurgeon?

If you show the below symptoms, consult a neurosurgeon who will diagnose the condition and suggest the right treatment.

  1. Numbness and pain
  2. Weak grip
  3. Persistent headache/migraine
  4. Impaired movement
  5. Seizures
  6. Balance issues

Neurosurgeons perform complicated operations on the brain. Also, they deal with the whole nervous system and treat all the body parts that are affected by nerve issues. Typically, a neurosurgeon will diagnose patients' symptoms and come up with minimally invasive treatment plans.