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Dr. Samir Parekh

Neurosurgeon
21 years experience overall
 
1500 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. Vivek Patel

Neurosurgeon
19 years experience overall

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Dr. Rajan M Shah

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Frequently Asked Questions


What is Epilepsy Surgery?

The surgical removal of a part or portion of the brain tissue to treat the abnormality in the brain that causes epilepsy is called Epilepsy Surgery. During Epilepsy Surgery, the blood supply to part of the brain or a part of brain tissue from which the seizures originate will be removed.


What are the indications of Epilepsy Surgery?

Epilepsy Surgery is indicated in the following conditions:

  1. Severe epilepsy
  2. Ineffective medical treatment for epilepsy


Who are the best surgeons to perform Epilepsy Surgery?

A certified and trained Neurosurgeon who is well experienced in performing Epilepsy Surgery can perform this Surgery.


What is the cost of Epilepsy Surgery?

Minimum cost for Epilepsy Surgery in Mumbai starts from Rs.176000

Average expenses for Epilepsy Surgery in Mumbai is approximately Rs.275000

Maximum amount to be paid for Epilepsy Surgery in Mumbai rises up to Rs.427900


Cost of Epilepsy Surgery depends on factors such as:

  1. Admission charges
  2. Consultation fee
  3. Patient age
  4. Type of hospital and admission room 
  5. Any post-surgical complications that are involved


Is Epilepsy Surgery a major surgery or minor surgery?

Epilepsy Surgery is major surgery as it involves the incisions in the skull and the removal of a portion of the brain causing epilepsy.


What are the risks and complications associated with Epilepsy Surgery?

Risks and complications associated with Epilepsy Surgery are:

  1. Disturbances in speech and memory
  2. Visual disturbances
  3. Depression or other changes in mood or behavior
  4. Headache
  5. Stroke
  6. Paralysis


How long does it take to complete Epilepsy Surgery?

Epilepsy surgery may take around 2-3 hours to complete.


What is the recovery time for Epilepsy Surgery?

Individuals take 2-5 weeks to recover from Epilepsy Surgery.


What is the success rate of Epilepsy Surgery?

The success rate of Epilepsy Surgery based on the following factors: 

  1. Experience of the surgeon
  2. Type of surgery performed
  3. Patient age and medical condition


However, the success rate of Epilepsy Surgery maybe 85%.


Is Epilepsy Surgery Permanent?

Epilepsy Surgery is a permanent surgery as it involves incisions in the skull and removal of the portion of the brain which causes epilepsy.


What are the long-term results of Epilepsy Surgery?

A few of the long term results of Epilepsy Surgery are the decrease in the overall occurrence of seizure episodes and decreased dependency on the use of anti-seizure medications.


Can Epilepsy Surgery be detected in the future?

Epilepsy Surgery can be detected in the future by the presence of surgical scars on the scalp region and CT/MRI scans of the Brain.


What are the options if Epilepsy Surgery fails?

In case of a failed Epilepsy Surgery, the doctor may suggest a revision surgery or any suitable alternative treatment methods.


What are the alternatives for Epilepsy Surgery?

Few of the alternatives for Epilepsy Surgery are:

  1. Medical therapy
  2. Deep brain stimulation
  3. Laser Interstitial thermal therapy
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