BRAIN TUMOR TREATMENT
Brain tumor is a disease that occurs in the brain and develops as cells spread uncontrollably. Brain tumors develop in a structure similar to the rapid spread of cancer cells, forming a mass in the affected area. The tumor’s growth can occur through its expansion inwards or outwards within the skull. During the development of the tumor, the patient may not always be aware of it. Some tumors develop without showing any symptoms. The most common symptoms of tumor are nausea, vomiting, and headache. When the tumor stops growing or grows rapidly, it will have to be removed because it damages the brain structure. There are multiple methods for treatment. The appropriate method for the patient and tumor development is chosen, and the tumor is removed from the point where it was developing through surgical operations. Carefully control the area to prevent tumor formation again.
Below, you can follow the important points about brain tumors with the following headings:
- What is a brain tumor?
- What are the symptoms of brain tumors?
- What methods are used in the treatment of brain tumors?
What is a Brain Tumor?
Like other organs, the brain also has cells. The development of these cells occurs in a specific process. The cells are formed, developed, and die. When the stages are different from the normal course and some cells multiply but do not reach the death stage, these cells begin to gather together and form a mass. This mass that develops in the brain is called a tumor. Tumors originating from within the brain are referred to as primary, while cancers that spread to the brain from other organs are referred to as secondary.
What are benign and malignant brain tumors?
Brain tumors that occur due to the structure of the brain are divided into benign and malignant. Benign tumors do not feed on surrounding tissues and develop slowly. They are softer masses and have a capsule-like structure. Malignant tumors, on the other hand, spread quickly, and the symptoms are more pronounced. They form harder masses and do not have a capsule-like structure around them. The treatment for benign tumors is easier than for malignant tumors and more likely to provide positive results.
Brain tumor diagnosis
When patients come to the doctor with certain symptoms, brain imaging and scanning tests will show whether there is a tumor structure. After these scans, if there is a tumor, a brain tumor diagnosis is given.
What are the symptoms of brain tumors?
Not all patients may experience significant symptoms, but in some cases brain tumors can cause serious symptoms. These may include:
- Loss of hearing, vision, or sensation.
- Speech disorders, such as slurring or difficulty finding the right words.
- Difficulty with movement or numbness in muscles.
- Difficulty remembering certain events.
- Severe headaches that begin at night.
- Changes in personality.
- Seizures.
- Feeling numbness in certain parts of the body.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Difficulty balancing while standing.
What Methods are used in Brain Tumor Treatment?
The appropriate method for the treatment of brain tumor is decided in accordance with the development history of the tumor and its structure. Among the treatment methods to be chosen are chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgical methods. Especially if the tumor is benign, surgery is usually preferred first, followed by radiotherapy. In the case of malignant tumors, medication treatment is often preferred.
What are surgical procedures?
The process of removing the tumor from its point of development in the brain and clearing that point is carried out within the scope of surgical treatment. After the operation, pathological examination provides information about the structure of the tumor. Surgical methods used in the treatment of brain tumors are called microsurgery since they are performed with the help of stereotactic biopsy, biopsy and microscope. The aim of this procedure is to eliminate the symptoms by also removing the intracranial pressure created by the tumor.
What is radiation therapy?
Radiation therapy is a treatment method that uses light sources such as gamma rays, X-rays or protons to apply to the area where the tumor is located in the brain, which inhibit cell formation or suppress their growth. It is commonly applied in the first month after surgery, but can also rarely be used before surgery.
What is chemotherapy?
Chemotherapy is a type of treatment that primarily uses drugs to prevent the growth and spread of cancer cells. It is often used for malignant tumors and aims to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells, in order to prolong the life of the patient.
Why Choose Us?
At Dr Özgür Akşan – Health Türkiye, we have been providing top-quality neurosurgical treatment options for almost a decade under the guidance and leadership of Op. Dr. Özgür Akşan. Our team is comprised of highly experienced and skilled surgeons, including Dr. Özgür Akşan, Dr. Nail Özdemir, and Dr. Feryal Akşan, all of them having more than 20 years of experience in medicine.
We offer a wide range of treatment options for various neurosurgical conditions, including herniated discs, lumbar spinal stenosis, traumatic brain injury, brain tumors, cervical disc herniation, Chiari malformation, carpal tunnel syndrome, and more. Our team is highly skilled in performing advanced neurosurgical procedures, such as microsurgical discectomy, endoscopic discectomy, spinal fusion instrumentation, craniotomy, craniectomy, gamma-knife radiation therapy, and many more.
At Dr Özgür Akşan – Health Türkiye, we are committed to providing personalized care and tailored treatment plans for each patient based on their unique needs and medical history. Our clinic in Izmir is equipped with the latest technology and we are working with private hospitals with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure the highest level of care for our patients.
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