Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brain Tumor Surgery?

Brain tumor surgery is the surgical excision and removal of an abnormal outgrowth in the brain or a tumor in the brain and surrounding structures of an individual. Brain tumor surgery is performed on a common basis for the treatment of brain tumors and will depend on factors such as the position of the tumor, patient health condition, diagnosis, whether the surgery is beneficial to the patient or not, etc.

What are the advantages of Brain Tumor Surgery?

The following are the advantages of Brain Tumor Surgery:

1. Treatment of brain tumors
2. Improve the overall quality of life

What are the indications of Brain Tumor Surgery?

Brain Tumor Surgery is indicated in the following conditions:

1. Primary or metastatic brain tumors
2. Brain cancer
3. Tumors in the pituitary gland or at the base of pituitary

What are the steps involved in Brain Tumor Surgery?

The steps involved in Brain Tumor Surgery are as follows:

1. The hair from the scalp of the patient will be shaved completely and prepared for the surgery.
2. A section of a scalp is cut like a flap to expose the skull and the section of the skull will be removed carefully with a series of bone drilling and cutting instruments.
3. The tumor will be located, visualized and removed. In some cases, this procedure can also be performed to collect a sample of the tumor tissue.
4. Once the necessary surgical actions are performed the skull bone will be replaced and stapled in place and scalp will be sutured and bandaged.

Who can perform Brain Tumor Surgery [Right specialist type for Brain Tumor Surgery]?

Brain Tumor Surgery can be performed by: 

1. Neurosurgeon
2. Brian Surgeon

What is the cost of Brain Tumor Surgery?

Cost of Brain Tumor Surgery depends on factors such as:

1. Admission fee
2. Surgeon fee
3. Age of the patient
4. The medical condition of the patient
5. Post-surgical complications that are involved
6. Type of Hospital
7. The admission room that you opted for
8. Any other lab tests or examination tests such as X-ray, ECG, etc

Minimum cost for Brain Tumor Surgery in Mumbai starts from Rs.110,000

Average expenses for Brain Tumor Surgery in Mumbai is approximately Rs.229,900

Maximum amount to be paid for Brain Tumor Surgery in Mumbai rises up to Rs.330,000

Is Brain Tumor Surgery a major surgery or minor surgery?

Brain Tumor Surgery is major surgery as it involves the opening of the skull and removal of the brain tumor and tissue surrounding it.

What are the risks and complications associated with Brain Tumor Surgery?

Few of the risks involved in Brain Tumor Surgery are:

1. Bleeding
2. Infection
3. Blood clots
4. Seizures
5. Brain swelling
6. Muscle weakness
7. Infection of the lungs
8. Unstable blood pressure
9. Leakage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
10. Memory problems
11. Paralysis
12. Speech difficulty
13. Abnormal balance or coordination
14. Coma

How long does it take to complete Brain Tumor Surgery?

Brain Tumor Surgery may take 4-6 hours to complete and maybe more depending on the medical condition of the patient.

What is the recovery time?

Individuals who undergo Brain Tumor Surgery may take 1-3 months to recover completely.

What is the success rate of Brain Tumor Surgery?

The success rate of Brain Tumor Surgery depends on the following factors: 

1. Age of the patient
2. The medical condition of the patient
3. Type of surgery performed

However, the success rate of Brain Tumor Surgery maybe 68-89%

Is Brain Tumor Surgery Permanent?

Brain Tumor surgery is a permanent surgery as it permanently removes the brain tumor.

What are the options if Brain Tumor Surgery fails?

If Brain Tumor Surgery fails, then the doctor may recommend other alternative treatments like:

1. Radiation therapy
2. Laser thermal radio ablation
3. Chemotherapy
4. Craniotomy
5. Brain shunts like Ventriculoperitoneal shunting