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Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery

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About Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery

Trigeminal neuralgia surgery is a specialized neurosurgical procedure performed to treat severe facial nerve pain caused by irritation or compression of the trigeminal nerve. The condition produces sudden, intense electric shock-like facial pain that...

Overview

The procedure may involve: Nerve decompression techniques Pain pathway interruption procedures Microsurgical approaches Image-guided surgical planning Long-term neurological monitoring Surgical treatment aims to: Relieve nerve compression Reduce facial pain attacks Improve quality of life Minimize medication dependence The choice of procedure depends on patient age, pain severity, and underlying nerve pathology.

Understanding The Procedure

Symptoms That May Require Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery

  • ⦾ Severe facial pain
  • ⦾ Electric shock-like sensations
  • ⦾ Pain triggered by chewing or speaking
  • ⦾ Facial sensitivity
  • ⦾ Recurrent pain episodes

Recovery & Outlook

Trigeminal neuralgia surgery provides significant pain relief for many patients. Long-term outcomes depend on the type of surgery and underlying nerve compression.

Risks

  • ⦾ Facial numbness
  • ⦾ Hearing disturbances
  • ⦾ Infection
  • ⦾ Persistent or recurrent pain
  • ⦾ Nerve injury complications

Post-Operative Care

  • ⦾ Continue neurological follow-up regularly
  • ⦾ Take medications as prescribed
  • ⦾ Monitor for facial numbness or weakness
  • ⦾ Maintain proper oral hygiene carefully
  • ⦾ Report recurrence of pain immediately

Doctors Who Perform Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery

Meet experienced neurology (brain care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform trigeminal neuralgia 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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