Craniotomy under Local Anesthesia in Israel

Professor Tzvi Ram

leading neurosurgeon

Revolutionary Method for Brain Tumour Removal

Brain tumour removal surgeries in the oncology department of Top Ihilov Clinic are performed by a team of oncologists, neurosurgeons, maxillofacial surgeons, ENT specialists, and other high-class doctors under the guidance of Professor Ram.

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successfully performed minimally invasive surgeries at Top Ihilov Clinic

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high-precision diagnostic program

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procedures using the modern "da Vinci" system

Craniotomy under Local Anesthesia The surgery using craniotomy involves the most complete and precise removal of the brain tumour without damaging functionally important areas.

If the tumour is located near the speech centers and motor activity zones, the risk of surgical complications is very high. As a result of the surgery, severe speech impairments or paralysis of the limbs may occur.

Modern surgery has methods to prevent the development of such complications.

The oncological surgeons at Top Ihilov Clinic use a unique method for brain tumour removal that significantly reduces the risk of surgical complications – Craniotomy under Local Anesthesia.

The surgeon begins the operation under general anesthesia, but during the main manipulation on the brain tissue, the anesthesia is stopped, as the brain tissue itself does not feel pain. Manipulations under local anesthesia do not cause pain sensations. The patient remains fully conscious, which significantly reduces the risk of complications.

A special device - cortical stimulator - may be used to identify problematic areas of the brain during the operation.

If weakness in the limbs or speech impairment develops under the influence of the stimulator, manipulations in that area of the brain are stopped, which eliminates the risk of complications due to manipulations in those areas of the brain.

Brain Tumour Diagnosis and Treatment Program. Craniotomy Surgery

• Consultation and examination by the professor
• Brain MRI with navigation
• Preoperative preparation (blood tests, ECG, chest X-ray, anesthesiologist consultation)
• Craniotomy surgery, including computer monitoring during the operation
• Laboratory examination for pathology of the removed neoplasm
• Postoperative brain CT scan
• Oncologist consultation
• PET CT

The surgery using craniotomy involves up to 5 days of hospitalization.

After the surgery, the patient has the opportunity to undergo a rehabilitation course and receive consultations on further treatment from leading specialists at Top Ihilov Clinic.