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Brain (Intracranial)

Some of the Conditions We Treat:

Cerebrovascular
  • Aneurysms
  • Arteriovenous Malformations (AVM)
  • Hemorrhagic Stroke
Tumors, Primary and Metastatic; Pituitary
Chiari Malformation
Craniosynostosis
Hydrocephalus
Trauma

Patient Information
We have developed detailed patient information on the following topic, which is available as a PDF. You can download this topic to your computer, where you can open, read and print it if you have an Adobe Acrobat reader. (If you don't have this software, you can download it free.)

Craniotomy: Preoperative, Postoperative and Home Recovery Instructions

Related Links
There is a wealth of information on the Internet and to help you become better informed, we have compiled a list of links which you may find helpful.
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If you are scheduled for surgery, you will find comprehensive, illustrated information at YourSurgery.com

Craniotomy (for brain tumor, aneurysm, etc.)
Shunt for Hydrocephalus (water on the brain)
Anesthesia
Blood Transfusion


Here are some related websites that may help you better understand your condition and your treatment options.

Brain Tumors
National Brain Tumor Foundation
American Brain Tumor Association
Adult Brain Tumor - National Cancer Institute
Childhood Brain Tumor - National Cancer Institute
Dictionary for Brain Tumor Patients - American Brain Tumor Association

Pituitary
Pituitary Network Association

Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus - National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

Dynamic Orthotic Cranioplasty
Dynamic Orthotic Cranioplasty

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