Best Spinal Cord Tumors Treatment in Ranchi

Overview: Spinal Cord Tumors Treatment in Ranchi

A spinal tumor is an abnormal mass of tissue within or surrounding the spinal cord and/or spinal column. They can be benign or malignant but often require intervention due to the risk of neurological damage. Raj Hospital is the leading center for complex spinal cord tumor treatment in Ranchi. Our expert neurosurgeons employ microsurgical techniques to safely remove tumors while preserving crucial motor and sensory functions.

Common Symptoms of Spinal Cord Tumors

Recognizing symptoms early leads to better outcomes. Look out for:

Back pain that uniquely worsens at night
Loss of sensation or muscle weakness, especially in the legs
Difficulty walking, sometimes leading to falls
Decreased sensitivity to pain, heat, and cold
Loss of bowel or bladder function

Advanced Diagnostic Technologies

Accurate diagnosis is crucial. We bring unparalleled precision to diagnosing neurological conditions using modern technologies.

Spinal MRI with Contrast

The gold standard for viewing the exact size, location, and type of spinal tumor.
Biopsy

Safe extraction of a tissue sample to determine if the tumor is benign or malignant.

Our Treatment Approaches

Microsurgical Tumor Resection

Using high-powered microscopes to safely separate the tumor from delicate spinal cord nerves.

Spinal Stabilization

Inserting hardware if tumor removal compromises spinal stability.

Radiation Therapy

Often utilized post-surgery to eliminate any remaining tumor cells or manage inoperable tumors.

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Our Brain & Spine Specialist

Dr. Vivek Raj

MBBS, MS, MCh

Neurology & Neurosurgery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spinal Cord Tumors treatments at Raj Hospital

Are all spinal tumors cancerous?

No, many spinal tumors (like meningiomas or schwannomas) are benign (non-cancerous). However, even benign tumors can cause severe damage by compressing the spinal cord and require surgical removal.

What is the recovery time after spinal tumor surgery?

Recovery varies vastly depending on the tumor's complexity. It typically involves a few days in the specialized neuro-ICU followed by extensive physical rehabilitation over several months.

How do surgeons access deep spinal internal tumors?

Surgical masterful techniques utilize incredibly advanced precise microsurgical intensive tools comprehensively paired heavily with intensive exact intraoperative careful real-time nerve monitoring ensuring spinal cord safety.

Can radiation shrink un-removable tumors?

Absolutely. High-powered pinpoint radiation is utilized highly effectively strictly for utterly inoperable massively intertwined severe complex tumors frequently or crucially to mop-up microscopically completely any tiny remaining tumor cells.

Are spine targeted recurring tumors preventable?

At present, there are no proven absolute preventive measures that will definitively stop spinal tumors from developing.

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