Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery

Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery: Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery is the ablation of nerve cells within the globus pallidus deep in the brain; specific lesions in this area can reduce or eliminate the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, including tremor and rigidity.

Diseases And Conditions Treated: Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery

These diseases and conditions may be treated with the surgical procedure Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery:

Non-Surgical Options: Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery

These non-surgical medical options may be possible alternative treatments to performing Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery:

Dopamine

Other Surgical Options: Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery

Surgical procedure options to consider as an alternative for Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery may include these surgeries:

Anesthetic Requirements for Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery

These surgical anesthetic requirements for the procedure Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery may include:

Local anesthesia and sedation

Procedure Complications: Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery

Possible surgical complications of Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery may include:

Prognosis for a Good Outcome: Pallidotomy by stereotactic radiosurgery

The prognosis for a good medical outcome: The prognosis for reducing the symptoms of Parkinson's disease and other conditions is excellent.