Overview

The Al-Azhar Neurosurgery Department is at the forefront of Functional Neurosurgery, offering advanced treatments aimed at improving the quality of life for patients with neurological disorders. Our team of expert neurosurgeons employs state-of-the-art techniques to address various functional disorders of the nervous system.

Conditions Treated

Our Functional Neurosurgery program addresses a variety of neurological conditions, including:

• Movement Disorders: Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, dystonia, and other movement disorders.
• Epilepsy: Surgical interventions for drug-resistant epilepsy.
• Chronic Pain: Management of chronic pain syndromes, including trigeminal neuralgia and neuropathic pain.
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Neurosurgical options for treatment-resistant OCD.
• Spasticity: Surgical treatment for severe spasticity due to cerebral palsy or spinal cord injury.

Surgical Techniques

We utilize a range of advanced surgical techniques to ensure optimal outcomes for our patients:

• Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS): Implantation of electrodes to modulate brain activity in movement disorders, epilepsy, and OCD.
• Vagal Nerve Stimulation (VNS): Use of a device to stimulate the vagus nerve for epilepsy and depression.
• Motor Cortex Stimulation (MCS): Electrical stimulation of the motor cortex for chronic pain management.
• Ablative Procedures: Targeted destruction of specific brain areas to alleviate severe symptoms of certain disorders.
• Intrathecal Baclofen Therapy: Delivery of medication directly into the spinal fluid for spasticity control.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Our Functional Neurosurgery team collaborates with a variety of specialists to provide comprehensive care:

• Neurology: Joint management of neurological conditions with medical and surgical treatments.
• Psychiatry: Integrated care for patients with neuropsychiatric conditions like OCD.
• Pain Management Specialists: Comprehensive pain management strategies for chronic pain patients.
• Rehabilitation Therapists: Postoperative care and support to ensure optimal recovery and function.

Patient-Centered Care

At Al-Azhar Neurosurgery Department, we prioritize patient well-being and comfort. We offer personalized care from the initial consultation through postoperative follow-up, ensuring that patients and their families are well-informed and supported throughout their treatment journey