Functional neurosurgery
Functional neurosurgery is a specialized branch of neurosurgery focused on treating neurological disorders that affect movement, mood, or brain function, rather than structural issues like tumors. Surgeons use techniques such as deep brain stimulation, where electrodes are implanted in specific brain areas to regulate abnormal signals, helping manage conditions like Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. The goal is to improve quality of life by alleviating symptoms and enhancing brain function, offering options when traditional treatments are insufficient. It combines advanced technology with a deep understanding of the brain's workings.
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Functional neurosurgery is a branch of medicine that focuses on treating neurological conditions by directly altering brain function. This includes procedures like deep brain stimulation (DBS), which involves implanting a device that sends electrical impulses to specific brain areas, helping to alleviate symptoms of disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and severe depression. Unlike traditional surgery that removes tumors or repairs injuries, functional neurosurgery aims to modify how the brain processes information, improving patients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. It represents a blend of advanced technology and neuroscience aimed at treating complex mental and motor disorders.