Neuroimaging and Deep Brain Stimulation
The role of technological advancements in neurosciences has revolutionized critical treatment processes like deep brain…
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder that affects the nervous system resulting in tremors in my hands. In its early stages, your face may show little or no expression, and your arms may not swing properly when you walk. However, Parkinson’s disease cannot be cured completely, but with the help of deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery, the condition can be improved significantly.
Neurosurgeons performing Deep Brain Stimulation surgery in India are highly educated and internationally trained. Dr Sudheer Kumar Tyagi, Senior Consultant at Indraprastha Apollo hospital is considered as the best neurosurgeon in India who has performed maximum number of DBS surgery.
Performing a deep brain stimulation surgery in India is cost effective and may result in significant financial benefits.
Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery for Parkinson’s Disease
Deep brain stimulation is a neurosurgical procedure for Parkinson’s, through which electrodes are implanted in specific brain areas. These electrodes are controlled by a device like a pacemaker, which is also placed under the patients’ skin. Whenever there is an abnormal impulse, then these electrodes produce electric impulses to regulate those abnormal impulses. There are three types of deep brain stimulator surgery.
- The globus pallidus (this procedure is pallidal stimulation)
- The subthalamic nucleus (this procedure is subthalamic stimulation)
- The thalamus (this procedure is known as thalamic stimulation)
The average battery life of a deep brain stimulator is around 03 to 05 years. However, various rechargeable simulators are present in the market with a life expectancy of about 15 years. If your simulator battery is about to die, it can be replaced through surgery.
How Deep Brain Stimulation Works
Disorganized electrical signals are the main reason for the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Deep Brain Stimulation interrupts and regulates these electrical signals. Your surgeon may need to perform a series of tests to locate the optimal placement of the stimulator. Once decided, the surgeon will place one or more leads inside the brain; these leads are connected to the neurostimulator with the help of an insulated wire. These are implantable, programable medical devices that stimulate electrical signals to the brain. They are placed under the collarbone of the person.
After surgery, the doctor may ask you to come back in 3 weeks, six months, or even after one year to check the neurotransmitter signals.
Cost of Surgery DBS Surgery in India
The average cost of deep brain stimulation surgery is USD 20,000. This cost mainly depends upon factors like the type of hospital, technology and doctors, etc.
Top Doctors carrying out DBS surgery in India
- Dr VP Singh – Chairman Neurosurgery at Medanta the Medicity
- Dr Sudheer Kumar Tyagi -Senior Consultant,Neuro Surgery, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
- (Col.) Dr. Bipin Walia. Principal Director and Head – of Neurosurgery for Max Saket Complex. Neurosciences, Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery.
- Dr Rana Patir, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery), CONSULTANT NEUROSURGERY, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram
- Dr Aditya Gupta – Chief at Artemis Hospital (Neurosurgery & CNS Radiosurgery) Co-Chief (Cyberknife Centre) Artemis Hospital in Gurugram.
Top hospitals for Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery in India
- Indraprastha Apollo Hospital
- Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket
- Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram
- Medanta the Medicity
- Artemis Hospital
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