Advanced Brain Tumor Surgery in Mumbai
Expert Surgical Care for Meningiomas, Gliomas, and Complex Skull Base Tumors.
Dr. Rahul Chhajed utilizes state-of-the-art microsurgery and neuro-navigation to ensure maximal tumor removal while preserving your brain’s vital functions.
What is a Brain Tumor?
A brain tumor is an abnormal growth of cells within the brain or the skull vault. These tumors can be Benign (non-cancerous, slow-growing) or Malignant (cancerous, fast-growing). Regardless of the type, a brain tumor can press on sensitive brain tissues, causing significant neurological symptoms.
Dr. Rahul Chhajed specializes in Neuro-Oncology, focusing on the precise surgical removal of these tumors. His approach prioritizes "Maximal Safe Resection", removing as much of the tumor as possible without damaging the parts of the brain responsible for movement, speech, and vision.
Common Symptoms of Brain Tumors
Symptoms depend on the tumor's size and location. Common warning signs include:
- Headaches: Often severe, worse in the morning, or waking you up from sleep.
- Seizures (Fits): Sudden onset of convulsions in an adult.
- Focal Deficits: Weakness or numbness in one arm or leg.
- Vision/Hearing Changes: Blurred vision, double vision, or loss of hearing in one ear.
- Cognitive Changes: Memory loss, personality changes, or difficulty speaking.
- Balance Issues: Unexplained dizziness or unsteadiness while walking.
Diagnosing Brain Tumors
Accurate diagnosis is the first step to successful treatment.
- MRI Brain with Contrast: The gold standard for visualizing soft tissue and tumor boundaries.
- CT Scan: Useful for seeing bone involvement or calcification.
- Biopsy: Sometimes required to determine the exact type of tumor cells before planning major therapy.
Types of Tumors & Surgical Treatments
Common Tumors Treated
Dr. Rahul has extensive experience in managing a wide spectrum of brain tumors:
- Meningioma: Usually benign tumors arising from the brain's covering layers. While slow-growing, they can become quite large and press on the brain. Surgery is often curative.
- Glioma: Tumors arising from the brain tissue itself. These range from low-grade (slow) to high-grade (aggressive).
- Glioblastoma (GBM): The most aggressive form of primary brain cancer. Treatment involves surgery followed by chemotherapy and radiation.
- CP Angle Tumors (e.g., Acoustic Neuroma): Complex tumors found deep between the brainstem and the ear bone, often affecting hearing and balance.
Tumor Resection (Craniotomy)
The primary treatment for most brain tumors is surgical removal.
- The Procedure: A Craniotomy involves temporarily removing a piece of the skull to access the brain.
- Technique: Dr. Rahul uses high-powered Operating Microscopes and Neuro-Navigation (GPS for the brain) to precisely distinguish tumor tissue from healthy brain.
- Goal: To remove the tumor mass (debulking) to relieve pressure and obtain tissue for biopsy, setting the stage for further treatment if needed.
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Recovery After Brain Tumor Surgery
- Hospital Stay: Most patients stay in the Neuro-ICU for 1-2 days for close monitoring, followed by 3-5 days in the ward.
- Post-Op Care: You may experience fatigue or headaches initially. Suture removal typically happens after 10 days.
- Rehabilitation: If the tumor caused weakness or speech issues, our team coordinates with physiotherapists to help regain function.
- Follow-up: Regular MRI scans are scheduled to monitor for any recurrence.
Patient Experiences with the Best Neurosurgeon in Mumbai
Read real reviews from patients treated for Brain Tumors, Head Injuries, Spine Trauma, and Neurological Disorders by Dr. Rahul Chhajed.
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Why Choose Dr. Rahul Chhajed for Tumor Surgery?
- Advanced Technology: Utilization of CUSA (Cavitron Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator) and Tumor Fluorescence to remove tumors with microscopic precision.
- Safety First: We use intraoperative nerve monitoring to protect facial movement and hearing, especially in CP Angle tumors.
- Honest Counseling: Dr. Rahul believes in transparent discussions about the risks, benefits, and realistic outcomes of surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No. Many, like Meningiomas and Pituitary Adenomas, are benign (non-cancerous). Once surgically removed, they may not require any further treatment like chemo or radiation.
It depends on the complexity, but brain tumor surgeries typically last between 4 to 8 hours.
Not necessarily. Dr. Rahul uses modern incision techniques where only a small strip of hair needs to be shaved, or the incision is hidden within the hairline.
For accessible benign Meningiomas, complete surgical removal offers a cure rate of over 90% with a low risk of recurrence.
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