Is a brain cavernoma dangerous? Consult an expert neurosurgeon
As we often do, today we are going to address a question that many people at home may have when they hear the words: brain cavernoma: Is it dangerous?...
Diagnosis and treatment of idiopathic intracranial hypertension
When I started studying for a medicine at the National Autonomous University of Mexico many years ago, I did so motivated by my passion for medicine, but also by a need – that all human beings have......
What is Chiari malformation?
Arnold Chiari malformation occurs when brain tissue extends into the spinal canal. Yes, it sounds complex and it is, that's why I always try to be very clear and understanding with concerned parents who consult about the health of their little ones....
What Causes Hemifacial Spasm and How is it Treated?
Hemifacial spasm is a disorder of the nervous system. When a person suffers from it, the muscles on one side of their face move involuntarily....
Microvascular decompression treatment for trigeminal neuralgia
Sometimes it is mistaken for a dental problem, which is why many people do not immediately seek proper care. We are talking about trigeminal neuralgia, also called tic pain....
What is idiopathic intracranial hypertension?
Today we will talk about a really complex condition because although normal or small ventricles can be observed in imaging studies, it presents symptoms such as impaired consciousness that could evolve into a coma and finally death....
Symptoms of normal pressure hydrocephalus in older adults
Normally when we talk about hydrocephalus, we think of the accumulation of fluid within the deep cavities of the brain, exerting pressure, and we imagine a baby born with this condition....
Cervical Spine Injuries: Anterior Approach
The cervical spine is basically the highest part of the spine, and is made up of seven vertebrae, the smallest in the spine....
Surgery to evacuate a subdural hematoma: How is it performed and what care should be taken?
Although every time we talk about skull surgery we get nervous, the truth is that it is a low-risk intervention that is frequently performed by doctors who specialize in neurosurgery, as is my case....
What are pituitary adenomas and what symptoms do they have?
His name sounds like an Egyptian pharaoh, but his symptoms are very current and are estimated to account for between 9% and 12% of all primary brain tumors....