Neuro and Spine Surgeries



The advanced medical treatments available in India have made it a popular destination for medical tours. People who cannot afford the cost of neuro and spine surgeries in the West, or patients from underdeveloped countries where advanced medical facilities are not available, head for the super specialty hospitals in India to avail the cost effective and quality treatments offered. At

the Joint Commission International accredited Apollo Hospital in New Delhi, the Department of Neuro and Spine Surgery offers the latest in craniotomy, trans sphenoid operations, treatments for brain and neck tumors and lesions, and more.


All Elective Craniotomies
Elective Craniotomies refer to the cutting open of the skull to surgically excise brain tumors, aneurisms or any other problem affecting the brain. Craniotomies are delicate procedures that need constant supervision on the part of the surgeon and the anesthesia expert. At the Apollo Hospital, New Delhi,

Craniotomies are performed by the best doctors in the field. Patients from abroad are also provided facilities like airport transfers.


All Microscopic Operations
At the Apollo Hospital, all microscopic operations except operations for the cranial discs are performed at the Department of Neuro and Spine Surgery. The duration of hospital stay is around one week, though this may vary from case to case, depending on the nature of the operation and the specific disorder. All microscopic operations are followed by excellent follow up care and post operation care provided by the doctors and attendants at the Department of Neuro and Spine Surgery.

Tumors and Cysts
At the Apollo Hospitals Department of Neuro and Spine Surgery, the best treatments for tumors and cysts affecting the cranial system are provided. A tumor is a swelling or mass made completely of hard tissue. A cyst, on the other hand, is a hollow sac of tissue filled with pus. Before undergoing surgery to remove a tumor or cyst on critical areas like the brain, it is important to find out if the growth is benign or cancerous. Other factors to be taken into consideration are the location of the tumor or cyst, and the prognosis of the surgery.

Trans Sphenoid Operations
Trans Sphenoid Operation is performed to remove cysts and tumors from the brain. Trans Sphenoid Operation is especially useful in the case of tumors of the pituitary gland in the head. A speculum is introduced into the sphenoid sinus (hence the name " trans sphenoid") and a micro drill removes the tumor. At the Apollo Hospitals Department of Neuro and Spine Surgery, trans sphenoid operations are performed using the latest equipments, by the best experts in the field.