Apex Multispeciality Hospital : Kopar Khairane
Brain Tumour Treatment in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai
A brain tumour is an abnormal growth of cells in the brain. It can be non-cancerous (benign) or cancerous (malignant), and can start in the brain or spread from cancer elsewhere. At Apex Multispeciality Hospital, Kopar Khairane, neurosurgeons evaluate brain tumours and perform surgery when suitable, working with cancer specialists for radiotherapy or chemotherapy when needed.
Symptoms
- Headaches that are new, persistent or worse in the morning, often with vomiting
- Fits (seizures)
- Gradual weakness or numbness on one side
- Changes in personality, memory or behaviour
- Problems with vision, speech or balance
Diagnosis
An MRI scan is the main test. A biopsy, often during surgery, confirms the type of tumour. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: MRI access]
Surgery
The aim is to remove as much of the tumour as can be removed safely, relieve pressure on the brain and obtain tissue for diagnosis. This is usually done by craniotomy. Some tumours are in areas where only a biopsy is safe.
Further treatment
Depending on the tumour type, patients may need radiotherapy, chemotherapy or regular scans after surgery. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: partner centre for radiotherapy and who manages chemotherapy] Many benign tumours, such as meningiomas, need only surgery and follow-up.
Risks and recovery
Brain surgery carries risks such as bleeding, infection, fits, swelling and new weakness or speech problems, depending on the tumour location. Patients are monitored in the ICU after surgery. Recovery and outlook depend on the tumour type and location.
Our neurosurgery team
Brain tumour care at Apex is supported by Apex Hospital’s medical team, including:
- Pandurang Barve, MBBS, MS, MCh (Neurosurgery) [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: confirm degrees; site spells the name ‘Parndurang’]
- Harish Naik, MBBS, MS, MCh (Neurosurgery) [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: confirm degrees]
Meet the team on our doctors page.
Brain tumour surgery in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai
Families can stay close to home for surgery and follow-up visits. Apex Multispeciality Hospital is in Sector 19, Kopar Khairane, near MSEB, and serves patients from Kopar Khairane, Ghansoli, Vashi and nearby parts of Navi Mumbai. Get directions.
Speak to our neurosurgeons. Request an appointment or call +91 85912 35064. |
Frequently asked questions
Are all brain tumours cancer?
No. Many brain tumours are benign (not cancer), though they can still cause problems by pressing on the brain.
Can a brain tumour be removed completely?
Sometimes. It depends on the tumour type and where it is. The neurosurgeon aims to remove as much as is safe.
Will I need radiotherapy after brain tumour surgery?
It depends on the tumour type. Your team will explain whether further treatment is needed.
What are early signs of a brain tumour?
Persistent new headaches, fits, gradual weakness, and changes in vision, speech or personality. These have many causes and should be checked.
Sources
- NHS: Brain tumours