II. DOCTOR NAME:
Dr. Raveesh Sunkara, renowned as the best neurosurgeon in Hyderabad, led the diagnosis and treatment of the patient.
III. PATIENT DETAILS:
- Name: Laxmi (Pseudonym)
- Age: 65 years old
- Medical History: Generally healthy, aside from being slightly overweight, with no prior medical issues.
IV. SYMPTOMS:
- Sudden onset of seizures/fits
- Persistent headaches over the last 3 to 4 months
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V. TEST PERFORMED:
It revealed a large space-occupying lesion consistent with a Meningioma.
VI. DIAGNOSIS:
Space-occupying lesion (brain tumor) identified, suspected to be a Meningioma due to its benign nature. The tumor measured over 10 cm. It was located at the base of the brain, encasing major blood vessels.
VII. TREATMENT:
- Surgical removal of the Meningioma (brain tumor).
VIII. DESCRIPTION OF THE TREATMENT:
- The surgery lasted for approximately 15 hours due to the complexity of the tumor’s size and location. Precision was crucial to avoid damage to surrounding brain tissue and blood vessels.
- The procedure involved dissecting each blood vessel and nerve attached to the tumor. Mrs. Laxmi was transferred to the Neuro-Critical Care unit after the surgery. She regained consciousness within 12 hours.
IX. POST TREATMENT GUIDELINES:
- Laxmi showed significant improvement in the following days and was discharged with a positive outlook.
- She was advised to follow post-operative care instructions. It included regular follow-ups and monitoring for recurrence or complications.
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Dr. Raveesh emphasizes the importance of not neglecting symptoms such as persistent headaches. It can indicate underlying conditions like brain tumors.