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Epilepsy Surgery
When is Epilepsy surgery required?
When two or more than two medications fail to control Epilepsy, then there may be a role of surgery.
What is done?
Surgical procedure is required for either diagnosis or removal of a small abnormal portion of the brain that is producing abnormal electrical activity producing seizures. Along with this Vagal nerve stimulation or Deep Brain Stimulation can also be done for the control and treatment of seizures.
What is the success rate?
The success rate depends on the type of epilepsy, location of abnormal area, age and psychological factors. It varies as high as 90-95% to 50-60%. The preoperative evaluation is very crucial in achieving best results with minimal complications
Why at MIOT?
As discussed before, preoperative evaluation is very crucial in achieving best results with minimal complications. Detailed evaluation by a Neurologist, Neurosurgeon, Neuroradiologist, Neurophysiologist, Nuclear Medicine specialists, Neuropsychologist is essential. All this requires cutting edge technology which is available at MIOT. Additionally MIOT has tied up with Chime Foundation to provide care to those who cannot afford the treatment.