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Syringomyelia Decompression Surgery

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About Syringomyelia Decompression Surgery

Syringomyelia decompression surgery is performed to treat fluid-filled cavities called syrinxes that develop within the spinal cord. The procedure aims to restore normal cerebrospinal fluid flow and reduce spinal cord pressure. Untreated syringomyeli...

Overview

The surgery may include: Decompression of obstructed CSF pathways Treatment of associated Chiari malformation Drainage procedures for syrinx cavities Spinal cord pressure relief Doctors use MRI imaging to evaluate: Syrinx size Spinal cord compression CSF flow abnormalities Associated neurological conditions Surgical treatment helps prevent progression of neurological deficits.

Understanding The Procedure

Symptoms That May Require Syringomyelia Decompression Surgery

  • ⦾ Weakness in arms or legs
  • ⦾ Chronic neck or back pain
  • ⦾ Numbness or sensory loss
  • ⦾ Muscle wasting
  • ⦾ Balance difficulties

Recovery & Outlook

Syringomyelia surgery can stabilize neurological symptoms and prevent further spinal cord damage. Long-term recovery depends on the severity and duration of spinal cord involvement.

Risks

  • ⦾ Neurological worsening
  • ⦾ Infection
  • ⦾ CSF leakage
  • ⦾ Syrinx recurrence
  • ⦾ Bleeding complications

Post-Operative Care

  • ⦾ Attend follow-up MRI appointments
  • ⦾ Continue rehabilitation therapy
  • ⦾ Avoid spinal strain during healing
  • ⦾ Monitor neurological symptoms carefully
  • ⦾ Maintain regular neurosurgical follow-up

Doctors Who Perform Syringomyelia Decompression Surgery

Meet experienced neurology (brain care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform syringomyelia decompression surgery.

Dr Prahlad S T

Dr Prahlad S T

MBBS, DNB - General Surgery, DNB - Neurosurgery

KMC: 79627

Consultant Brain (Neuro) & Spine Surgeon

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Dr Rajkumar Pannam

Dr Rajkumar Pannam

MBBS, MS, General Surgery, MCh, Neurosurgery, Fellowship in Cerebrovascular and Endoscopic Neurosurgery, Japan.

KMC: APN20130001365TKT

Consultant Neurosurgeon

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Arun Kumar M A

Arun Kumar M A

MBBS, MS General Surgery,DNB General Surgery,MCh Neurosurgery

KMC: 94243

Consultant Neurologist

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