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Dr. Jens Kuhle

Dr. Jens Kuhle

Neurosurgeon ·
, Basel, Switzerland

15 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English

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About Dr. Jens Kuhle

Conditions Treated by Dr. Jens Kuhle

A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis as well as surgical treatment of conditions of the central and peripheral nervous system, such as congenital anomalies, infections of the brain or spine, stroke, trauma, tumors, vascular disorders, or degenerative diseases of the spine. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Jens Kuhle treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Jens Kuhle

Some of the signs and symptoms that neurological disorders can produce are listed below. These symptoms should be discussed with a neurosurgeon for further medical investigation.

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

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. Jens Kuhle

The working hour of doctor Kuhle is 11 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off on Sunday. Sometimes, the doctor may not be available on the working days, so it is always suggested that you confirm the doctor’s availability before you visit him.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Jens Kuhle

The popular procedures that Dr. Jens Kuhle performs are listed below:

  • Craniotomy

Dr. Jens Kuhle 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

  • MD

Work Experiences

  • TICH-NOAC - ESTREL

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Procedures Performed

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Treatment
ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
Cerebral Angiogram
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cerebral Dorsal Rhizotomy
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Craniotomy
Spinal Decompression and Fixation

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Kuhle is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Basel, Switzerland.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Kuhle is one of the most sought after specialists in Switzerland and has over years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatments of conditions of the central as well as the peripheral nervous system. A neurosurgeon completes special training after becoming a doctor, including one year of residency in general surgery and a few more years of residency in neurosurgery. Some neurosurgeons complete fellowship training, which is additional training to further enhance their focus within the field of neurosurgery. Neurosurgeons work in different settings like private clinics and public or private hospitals. They often collaborate with other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery. They also evaluate the condition of the patient before performing surgery in order to find the complications of the surgery, if any.

A neurosurgeon will recommend you one or more diagnostic tests before and during consultation in order to find out the case of the condition and start the right treatment. For a complete evaluation of your condition, you have to undergo neurological examination which may include the following:

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

Below are some tests that a neurosurgeon may recommend for the diagnosis of the conditions 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

You need to visit a neurosurgeon if you show any of the following signs:

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

Neurosurgeons help in the diagnosis and treatment of the conditions of the nervous system. They are mostly involved in complicated surgery of the brain. They offer surgical treatment for the conditions affecting any part of the body, caused mainly due to nerve issues.

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