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Craniotomy

A craniotomy is the surgical removal of a part of the bone from the skull to expose the brain. This section of the bone is called the bone flap. The bone flap is temporarily removed and then replaced after the brain surgery has been done. Some procedures may use the guidance of computers and imaging to reach the precise location within the brain that is to be treated.

This technique requires the use of a frame placed onto the skull or a frameless structure that uses superficially placed markers on the scalp. Scans made of the brain with the help of these imaging techniques provide a three-dimensional image of a tumor within the brain. It is useful in making the distinction between tumor tissue and healthy tissue and reaching the precise location of the abnormal tissue.

What Makes You Eligible For Craniotomy?

A craniotomy may be done for multiple reasons such as:

  • Diagnosing, removing, or treating brain tumors
  • Clipping or repairing of Aneurysm
  • Removing blood or blood clots from a leaking blood vessel
  • Relieving pressure within the brain by removing damaged or swollen areas of the brain that may be caused by traumatic injury or stroke
  • Treating epilepsy
  • Implanting stimulator devices to treat movement disorders such as Parkinson's diseases
  • Removing an Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) or addressing an Arteriovenous Fistula (AFV)
  • Draining a brain abscess, which is an infected pus-filled pocket
  • Repairing skull fractures
  • Repairing a tear in the membrane lining the brain

 


 


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Types of Craniotomy

Extended Bi-frontal Craniotomy: The extended bi-frontal craniotomy is a traditional skull base procedure generally used to target difficult tumors towards the front of the brain. Here, the surgeons generally recommend it as safer to remove extra bone than to unnecessarily manipulate the brain. The extended bi-frontal craniotomy involves making an incision in the scalp behind the hairline and removing the bone that forms the contour of the orbits and the forehead. This bone is replaced at the end of surgery. Removing this bone allows surgeons to operate in the space between and behind the eyes without having to unnecessarily manipulate the brain. The extended bi-frontal craniotomy is typically used for those tumors that cannot be removed by minimally invasive approaches.

Types of tumors that can be treated with the extended bi-frontal craniotomy usually include - Meningiomas, Esthesioneuroblastomas, and Malignant skull base tumors.

Minimally Invasive Supra-Orbital “Eyebrow” Craniotomy:

Supra-orbital craniotomy also often referred to as "eyebrow" craniotomy is a procedure used to remove brain tumors. In this procedure, neurosurgeons make a small incision within the eyebrow to access tumors in the front of the brain or as referred to as ‘pituitary tumors’. This approach is used when a tumor is very large or close to the optic nerves or vital arteries. Since it is a minimally invasive procedure, supra-orbital “eyebrow” craniotomy often provides less pain than open craniotomy accompanied with faster recovery and minimal scarring.

Retro-Sigmoid “Keyhole” Craniotomy

Retro-sigmoid craniotomy also often referred to as "keyhole" craniotomy is a minimally-invasive surgical procedure performed to remove brain tumors. This procedure allows for the removal of skull base tumors through a small incision behind the ear, providing access to the cerebellum and brainstem. Benefits of "keyhole" craniotomy include less pain after the procedure as compared to postoperative in open craniotomy, less scarring and a more rapid recovery.

Orbitozygomatic Craniotomy

The Orbitozygomatic craniotomy is a traditional skull base procedure used to target difficult tumors and aneurysms. This procedure is typically used for those lesions that cannot be removed by more minimally invasive procedures. Orbitozygomatic craniotomy involves making an incision in the scalp behind the hairline and removing the bone that forms the contour of the orbit and cheek. This enables surgeons to reach deeper and difficult parts of the brain while minimizing severe damage to the brain. Brain tumors that may be treated with Orbitozygomatic craniotomy include Craniopharyngioma, Pituitary tumors, and Meningiomas.

Translabyrinthine Craniotomy

A Translabyrinthine craniotomy is a procedure that involves making an incision in the scalp behind the ear, then removing the mastoid bone and some of the inner ear bone that contains receptors for balance. The surgeon then finds and removes the tumor or as much of the tumor as possible without the risk of severe damage to the brain.


FAQ's

What is Craniotomy?

A craniotomy is an opening of the skull enclosing the brain and its surrounding structures. Generally, in this procedure, the bone is preserved and later fixed into place at the end of the surgical procedure.

Why is it done?

This procedure is done if swelling occurs after the brain surgery or if the skull bone flap cannot be replaced for other reasons.

How long is the recovery?

It can take 4 to 8 weeks to recover from surgery. The cuts or incisions may be sore for about 5 days after surgery. There might be persistent numbness and pains near the wound, or swelling and bruising around the eyes.

 


Range Of Treatment Cost

5000 - 6000 USD

Types of Craniotomy

Extended Bi-frontal Craniotomy: The extended bi-frontal craniotomy is a traditional skull base procedure generally used to target difficult tumors towards the front of the brain. Here, the surgeons generally recommend it as safer to remove extra bone than to unnecessarily manipulate the brain. The extended bi-frontal craniotomy involves making an incision in the scalp behind the hairline and removing the bone that forms the contour of the orbits and the forehead. This bone is replaced at the end of surgery. Removing this bone allows surgeons to operate in the space between and behind the eyes without having to unnecessarily manipulate the brain. The extended bi-frontal craniotomy is typically used for those tumors that cannot be removed by minimally invasive approaches.

Types of tumors that can be treated with the extended bi-frontal craniotomy usually include - Meningiomas, Esthesioneuroblastomas, and Malignant skull base tumors.

Minimally Invasive Supra-Orbital “Eyebrow” Craniotomy:

Supra-orbital craniotomy also often referred to as "eyebrow" craniotomy is a procedure used to remove brain tumors. In this procedure, neurosurgeons make a small incision within the eyebrow to access tumors in the front of the brain or as referred to as ‘pituitary tumors’. This approach is used when a tumor is very large or close to the optic nerves or vital arteries. Since it is a minimally invasive procedure, supra-orbital “eyebrow” craniotomy often provides less pain than open craniotomy accompanied with faster recovery and minimal scarring.

Retro-Sigmoid “Keyhole” Craniotomy

Retro-sigmoid craniotomy also often referred to as "keyhole" craniotomy is a minimally-invasive surgical procedure performed to remove brain tumors. This procedure allows for the removal of skull base tumors through a small incision behind the ear, providing access to the cerebellum and brainstem. Benefits of "keyhole" craniotomy include less pain after the procedure as compared to postoperative in open craniotomy, less scarring and a more rapid recovery.

Orbitozygomatic Craniotomy

The Orbitozygomatic craniotomy is a traditional skull base procedure used to target difficult tumors and aneurysms. This procedure is typically used for those lesions that cannot be removed by more minimally invasive procedures. Orbitozygomatic craniotomy involves making an incision in the scalp behind the hairline and removing the bone that forms the contour of the orbit and cheek. This enables surgeons to reach deeper and difficult parts of the brain while minimizing severe damage to the brain. Brain tumors that may be treated with Orbitozygomatic craniotomy include Craniopharyngioma, Pituitary tumors, and Meningiomas.

Translabyrinthine Craniotomy

A Translabyrinthine craniotomy is a procedure that involves making an incision in the scalp behind the ear, then removing the mastoid bone and some of the inner ear bone that contains receptors for balance. The surgeon then finds and removes the tumor or as much of the tumor as possible without the risk of severe damage to the brain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Craniotomy?

A craniotomy is an opening of the skull enclosing the brain and its surrounding structures. Generally, in this procedure, the bone is preserved and later fixed into place at the end of the surgical procedure.

Why is it done?

This procedure is done if swelling occurs after the brain surgery or if the skull bone flap cannot be replaced for other reasons.

How long is the recovery?

It can take 4 to 8 weeks to recover from surgery. The cuts or incisions may be sore for about 5 days after surgery. There might be persistent numbness and pains near the wound, or swelling and bruising around the eyes.

 

Range of Treatment Cost

5000 - 6000 USD

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Craniotomy

A craniotomy is the surgical removal of a part of the bone from the skull to expose the brain. This section of the bone is called the bone flap. The bone flap is temporarily removed and then replaced after the brain surgery has been done. Some procedures may use the guidance of computers and imaging to reach the precise location within the brain that is to be treated.

This technique requires the use of a frame placed onto the skull or a frameless structure that uses superficially placed markers on the scalp. Scans made of the brain with the help of these imaging techniques provide a three-dimensional image of a tumor within the brain. It is useful in making the distinction between tumor tissue and healthy tissue and reaching the precise location of the abnormal tissue.

What Makes You Eligible For Craniotomy?

A craniotomy may be done for multiple reasons such as:

  • Diagnosing, removing, or treating brain tumors
  • Clipping or repairing of Aneurysm
  • Removing blood or blood clots from a leaking blood vessel
  • Relieving pressure within the brain by removing damaged or swollen areas of the brain that may be caused by traumatic injury or stroke
  • Treating epilepsy
  • Implanting stimulator devices to treat movement disorders such as Parkinson's diseases
  • Removing an Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) or addressing an Arteriovenous Fistula (AFV)
  • Draining a brain abscess, which is an infected pus-filled pocket
  • Repairing skull fractures
  • Repairing a tear in the membrane lining the brain

Types of Craniotomy

Extended Bi-frontal Craniotomy: The extended bi-frontal craniotomy is a traditional skull base procedure generally used to target difficult tumors towards the front of the brain. Here, the surgeons generally recommend it as safer to remove extra bone than to unnecessarily manipulate the brain. The extended bi-frontal craniotomy involves making an incision in the scalp behind the hairline and removing the bone that forms the contour of the orbits and the forehead. This bone is replaced at the end of surgery. Removing this bone allows surgeons to operate in the space between and behind the eyes without having to unnecessarily manipulate the brain. The extended bi-frontal craniotomy is typically used for those tumors that cannot be removed by minimally invasive approaches.

Types of tumors that can be treated with the extended bi-frontal craniotomy usually include - Meningiomas, Esthesioneuroblastomas, and Malignant skull base tumors.

Minimally Invasive Supra-Orbital “Eyebrow” Craniotomy:

Supra-orbital craniotomy also often referred to as "eyebrow" craniotomy is a procedure used to remove brain tumors. In this procedure, neurosurgeons make a small incision within the eyebrow to access tumors in the front of the brain or as referred to as ‘pituitary tumors’. This approach is used when a tumor is very large or close to the optic nerves or vital arteries. Since it is a minimally invasive procedure, supra-orbital “eyebrow” craniotomy often provides less pain than open craniotomy accompanied with faster recovery and minimal scarring.

Retro-Sigmoid “Keyhole” Craniotomy

Retro-sigmoid craniotomy also often referred to as "keyhole" craniotomy is a minimally-invasive surgical procedure performed to remove brain tumors. This procedure allows for the removal of skull base tumors through a small incision behind the ear, providing access to the cerebellum and brainstem. Benefits of "keyhole" craniotomy include less pain after the procedure as compared to postoperative in open craniotomy, less scarring and a more rapid recovery.

Orbitozygomatic Craniotomy

The Orbitozygomatic craniotomy is a traditional skull base procedure used to target difficult tumors and aneurysms. This procedure is typically used for those lesions that cannot be removed by more minimally invasive procedures. Orbitozygomatic craniotomy involves making an incision in the scalp behind the hairline and removing the bone that forms the contour of the orbit and cheek. This enables surgeons to reach deeper and difficult parts of the brain while minimizing severe damage to the brain. Brain tumors that may be treated with Orbitozygomatic craniotomy include Craniopharyngioma, Pituitary tumors, and Meningiomas.

Translabyrinthine Craniotomy

A Translabyrinthine craniotomy is a procedure that involves making an incision in the scalp behind the ear, then removing the mastoid bone and some of the inner ear bone that contains receptors for balance. The surgeon then finds and removes the tumor or as much of the tumor as possible without the risk of severe damage to the brain.

What is Craniotomy?

A craniotomy is an opening of the skull enclosing the brain and its surrounding structures. Generally, in this procedure, the bone is preserved and later fixed into place at the end of the surgical procedure.

Why is it done?

This procedure is done if swelling occurs after the brain surgery or if the skull bone flap cannot be replaced for other reasons.

How long is the recovery?

It can take 4 to 8 weeks to recover from surgery. The cuts or incisions may be sore for about 5 days after surgery. There might be persistent numbness and pains near the wound, or swelling and bruising around the eyes.

 

5000 - 6000 USD

Top Hospitals

Rating :

NABH
Craniotomy
Fortis Hospital, Noida

Fortis Hospital, Noida is a premier state-of-the-art facility with over 200 beds including 7 operation theatres. The hospital is positioned as a Centre of Excellence in oncology, orthopaedics, neuroscience, liver transplant, kidney transplant, and with a key focus .....

Rating :

NABHJCI
Craniotomy
Care Hospitals

The CARE Group’s flagship CARE Hospitals, located in Banjara Hills - a prime location in Hyderabad, was set up in the year 2000. Today, t.....

Rating :

NABHNABLJCI
Craniotomy
Medanta -The Medicity

Medanta - the Medicity is one of India's largest multi-super specialty institutes located in Gurgaon, a bustling town in the National Capital Region. Founded by eminent cardiac.....

Rating :

NABHNABL
Craniotomy
Sterling Cancer Hospital

Sterling Cancer Hospital, Ahm.....

Rating :

NABH
Craniotomy
Amar Hospital

Amar Hospital is passionate about delivering the highest standards of healthcare. Be it the finest Doctors, cutting-edge medicine, state-of-the-art infrastructure or nursing with a smile. We believe what makes us even more remarkable i.....

Rating :

Craniotomy
La Dentaalya

Hospital Profile Description Currently Not Available

Rating :

NABHNABLJCI
Craniotomy
Apollo Speciality Hospital,Jayanagar

Apollo Hospital Bangalore is a tertiary care flagship unit of the Apollo Hospitals Group. It made a mark in the city of Bangalore in 2007 and is committed to provide quality healthcare and facilities within the reach of every individual. It is a perfect blend of te.....

Rating :

Craniotomy
SCI International Hospital

SCI (Surgical Centre of India ) International Hospital (A Unit of Isis Hospital Pvt. Ltd.) has been established to provide world class integrated healthcare facilities to all sections of the society at an affordable price while maintaining the high standards of ethical practice and professiona.....

Rating :

Craniotomy
Kanungo Institute Of Diabetes Specialities Pvt. Ltd

Kanungo Institute of Diabetes Specialities Pvt. Ltd is a leading integrated diabetes and multispeciality care provider in India. The healthcare verticals of the company primarily comprises of Diagnostics, Outpatient departments, Indoor patient department, Intensive care unit, state of the art .....

Rating :

NABH
Craniotomy
Wockhardt Hospital - South Mumbai

New Age Wockhardt Hospitals, South Mumbai, founded in the year 2014, was created with the vision of treating and healing thousands and millions of lives. Situated at Mumbai Central, in the heart of the city&rsq.....

Top Doctors

DR AK BANERJI
Dr AK Banerji

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

DR KARANJIT SINGH NARANG
Dr Karanjit Singh Narang

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

DR ROHIT BANSIL
Dr Rohit Bansil

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

DR RANA  PATIR
Dr Rana Patir

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

DR ASHISH KUMAR  SHRIVASTAV
Dr Ashish Kumar Shrivastav

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

DR ADITYA  GUPTA
Dr Aditya Gupta

India

Specialty - Neuro Surgery

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