Brain and Nerve Surgery; It deals with the diagnosis, follow-up and treatment of diseases seen in the head, neck, brain, spinal cord and spine. 

In our Istanbul Medipol University Hospital Brain and Nerve Surgery Department; Our expert academic staff works with the support of the most advanced technology devices.

Studies on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases are carried out by brain and neurosurgery specialists. When necessary, we work in harmony with neurology, neuroradiology, radiation oncology, psychiatry, physical medicine and rehabilitation departments with a multidisciplinary (multi-branch) approach.

Diseases within the Field of Expertise of the Department of Brain and Nerve Surgery:

• Brain and Nerve Diseases
• Brain Tumors
• Spinal Cord Tumors
• Herniated Disc
• Neck hernia
• Parkinson’s
• Back Hernia
• Skull Tumors
• Spinal Fractures
• Aneurysm (Vessel Bubble)
• Childhood Spine Diseases
• Brain Hemorrhages Seen in Babies and Children
• Brain Hemorrhages Seen in Adults
• Epilepsy (Epileptic Disease Surgeries) 
• Spine Tumors
• Brain and Vascular Diseases

Brain and vascular diseases include conditions that affect blood vessels and blood flow to the brain. Problems with blood flow can occur due to narrowing of blood vessels, artery blockage, and clot formation. Lack of adequate blood flow can affect the brain tissue and cause stroke.

• Stroke
• Aneurysm (Bubble)
• Brain Hemorrhages
• Stenosis in Cerebral Vessels

It is possible to treat brain and vascular diseases by intravenous access and closed method without open surgery. Patients treated in this way recover faster and can return to their daily lives in a shorter time. The most common cerebrovascular diseases are bubbles (aneurysms) and related brain hemorrhages.

Istanbul Medipol University Hospital Interventional Neuroradiology experts say that vascular diseases of the brain and spinal cord are special conditions that carry high risks such as coma, paralysis and death; However, he states that an effective and reliable treatment can be applied intravenously without damaging the tissues compared to open surgery.
Cerebrovascular diseases that can be treated with neuroradiology are:

• Bubble (aneurysm) in the brain vessels and related brain hemorrhages
• Sudden stroke (ischemic stroke)
• Lumps formed in the brain vessels and related brain hemorrhages
• Stenosis in the carotid artery and brain vessels
• Cerebrovascular diseases seen in newborn babies
• Occlusion of tumor vessels in the head and neck region and administration of chemotherapy

Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors

All tumors within the skull are referred to as brain tumors. There are two types of brain tumors. These are divided into two: primary brain tumor and secondary brain tumor. 

Primary Brain Tumor

• Headache
• Weakness
• Imbalance
• Defect of vision
• Hearing Impairment
• Gait Disorder
• Weakness in Arms and Legs

Spinal Cord Tumors

Spinal cord; It is an organ located in the spine. Spinal cord tumors; They are known as tumors originating from the spine itself. It may also occur in the form of a tumor that has developed elsewhere in the body, called metastasis, spreading to the spine. It is generally seen in middle and older ages. There may be benign and malignant tumors in the spinal cord. Surgical method is applied to the majority of spinal cord tumors. The most appropriate treatment plan is created by our specialist doctors and treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy can be continued after the surgical procedure. 

Spine Diseases

Spine diseases; In general, it may depend on age. It may also occur due to various accidents, impacts and traumas.

Spinal calcification, muscle and joint pain, spinal misalignment, lumbar and cervical disc herniation, spinal nerve compression, scoliosis, kyphosis and tumors are some of the spine diseases. In case of any spine-related discomfort, a specialist doctor should be consulted.

Stroke

All diseases that develop as a result of blockage and bleeding in the vessels feeding the brain are called stroke. Generally, as a result of this disease, loss of strength develops on the right and left sides of the body. Accordingly, temporary or permanent loss of functions may occur as a result of stroke. Paralyzed patients can continue their normal lives with early and correct treatment.

Effects of Stroke on the Body

• Loss of movement in hands and arms
• Loss of movement in the legs
• Impairment in speech and comprehension functions
• Disruption of swallowing function

Traumas

Common diseases of the Brain and Nerve Surgery department include head and spine traumas and spinal injuries. Traffic accidents, work accidents, falls, sports accidents, injuries, head and spine traumas are among the causes. Treatment and surgical intervention may vary depending on the severity of head and spine trauma. 

Epilepsy Surgery (Epileptic Disease Surgeries)

Epilepsy is a group of diseases that affects a significant part of the society and can seriously limit functionality. Although there are different types, very good results can be obtained with surgical methods in suitable patients who do not respond to medical treatment. The decision on surgical treatment for epilepsy is usually made after a long and detailed evaluation process. In this process, stages such as advanced imaging techniques and evaluations by experienced Neuroradiologists, evaluations by adult and pediatric Neurologists specializing in Epilepsy, and examination of neuropsychiatric and social factors are passed. In order to perform epilepsy surgery, the center must have technological facilities such as EEG, long-term monitoring with camera recording, functional MRI, and invasive EEG. Additionally, advanced systems such as brain mapping, neuromonitoring, stereotaxy and neuronavigation are needed in the operating room. Our hospital has an advanced academic and technical infrastructure for epilepsy surgery and a high number of epilepsy surgeries are performed.

Childhood Brain and Nerve Diseases (Pediatric Neurosurgery)

The field of Brain and Nerve Surgery that focuses on the patient group under the age of 18 is called “Pediatric Neurosurgery”. These patients are evaluated in premature, newborn, infant, child and adolescent categories according to their age. Each group has its own common diseases and surgical treatment approaches. 

In addition, close cooperation and teamwork with the Neonatology (Newborn Department) and Pediatrics (Child Diseases) departments are required in the treatment of pediatric patients. However, special equipment designed for the pediatric age group used in surgeries is required. Istanbul Medipol University Hospital has an advanced academic and technical infrastructure for Pediatric Neurosurgery surgeries and a high number of surgeries are performed.