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Neuro Sciences

The brain and spine affect everything. Our Neurosciences team brings together specialists across neurology, neurosurgery, spine care, and rehabilitation to deliver precise, compassionate care — from diagnosis through recovery.

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Department Overview

Advanced. Integrated. Patient-Centred.

Our Institute of Neurosciences brings together a highly specialised, multidisciplinary team offering advanced surgical expertise, critical care, precision diagnostics, and structured recovery pathways. With subspecialists covering every branch of neurosciences, we deliver comprehensive, outcome-driven care tailored to each patient.

Our key specialities

Functional Neurosciences

  • Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease, tremors & dystonia
  • Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) for chronic neuropathic pain
  • Epilepsy Surgery resection surgery, SEEG-guided procedures, neuromodulation
  • Neuromodulation therapies for movement, pain, and select psychiatric disorders

Supported by experts in epileptology, movement disorders, and neuromodulation programming.

Cerebrovascular & Endovascular Neurosurgery

Open Cerebrovascular Surgery

  • Aneurysm Clipping
  • AVM Microsurgical Excision
  • EC–IC Bypass Procedures
  • Complex skull base vascular surgery

Endovascular Neurosurgery & Neurointervention

  • Aneurysm Coiling (Simple & Balloon/ Stent-assisted)
  • Flow Diverter Embolization for wide-neck, complex aneurysms
  • Mechanical Thrombectomy for acute ischemic stroke (24/7 pathway)
  • Intracranial & Extracranial Stenting for carotid/vertebral stenosis
  • AVM/AVF Embolization
  • Tumour embolization

This dual open–endovascular capability ensures precise and timely management of all cerebrovascular disorders.

Neuro-Oncology & Skull Base Surgery

Comprehensive tumour care including:

  • All types of brain tumours: gliomas, meningiomas, pituitary tumours, metastasis
  • Spinal cord tumours: intramedullary, extramedullary, nerve sheath
  • Skull base & complex tumours using neuronavigation and microsurgery

A dedicated Neuropathologist provides real-time diagnosis, including intraoperative smear/frozen section and molecular profiling for personalized treatment planning.

Epileptology & Neuromodulation

  • Long-term video EEG monitoring
  • SEEG implantation & mapping
  • Medically refractory epilepsy surgery
  • VNS, RNS & DBS for epilepsy
  • Paediatric & adult epilepsy pathways
  • Integrated pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation

Movement Disorders Clinic

Management & advanced interventions for:

  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Tremors
  • Dystonia
  • Ataxia
  • Spasticity management (Botulinum toxin therapy, intrathecal pump evaluation)
  • DBS programming & gait analysis

Neurocritical Care & Acute Neuro Services

A fully equipped and specialized Neurocritical Care Unit handling:

Neuroemergency & Critical Care

  • Acute ischemic stroke with rapid triage for
    • Mechanical Thrombectomy
    • IV thrombolysis
  • Subarachnoid & intracerebral haemorrhage
  • Large vessel occlusion stroke (ELVO)
  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Status epilepticus
  • Severe neuromuscular respiratory failure
  • Post-operative cerebrovascular & brain tumour care

Advanced Monitoring & Technology

  • Multimodal neuromonitoring
  • Continuous EEG
  • Point-of-care ultrasound
  • Transcranial Doppler
  • High-end neuroimaging
  • 24/7 endovascular & neurosurgical support

Neuropathology – Precision Diagnostics

A dedicated neuropathology laboratory enhances diagnostic accuracy across all neurological and neurosurgical conditions.

Neuropathology Services Include:

Nerve & Muscle Biopsy Services

  • Peripheral nerve biopsy (for vasculitis, amyloid neuropathy, demyelinating neuropathies)
  • Muscle biopsy (myopathies, dystrophies, inflammatory myositis, mitochondrial disorders)
  • Special stains, immunohistochemistry, frozen sections
  • Electron microscopy support (if applicable / optional)

Neuroinflammation & Infection Panel

  • Comprehensive Neuroencephalitis Panel
    • Autoimmune encephalitis (NMDA-R, LGI1, CASPR2, GABA, AMPA, etc.)
    • Paraneoplastic antibodies
    • Viral encephalitis markers
    • Immune-mediated demyelination markers (MOG, AQP4)
  • Cytology, PCR-based testing, molecular profiling
  • Rapid diagnosis for neurocritical care triage

Epilepsy Surgery Pathology

  • Focal cortical dysplasia (FCD) classification
  • Hippocampal sclerosis grading
  • Low-grade epilepsy-associated tumours
  • Gliosis & developmental malformations
  • Tailored reporting essential for prognosis and therapeutic planning

Tumour & Biopsy Diagnostics

  • Intraoperative smear / frozen section
  • Tumour typing with molecular markers
  • Integrated WHO 2021 CNS tumour classification

This integrated neuropathology unit is a major pillar of accuracy, safety, and precision in neurosurgical and neurological care.

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FAQs

There are several different types of neuro treatment, including medication, surgery, rehabilitation, and therapy.

Medications used to treat neurological disorders can include pain relievers, anticonvulsants, antidepressants, antipsychotics, and other drugs. The specific medication used will depend on the type and severity of the condition being treated.

Rehabilitation for neurological conditions can include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. The goal of rehabilitation is to help the patient regain function and improve quality of life.

Therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, can be an important part of neuro treatment for some patients. Therapy can help patients manage symptoms and improve their ability to function in daily life.

The prognosis for patients with neurological conditions can vary widely, depending on the type and severity of the condition, as well as the patient’s overall health and response to treatment.

Yes, there are several treatments for neurological conditions that are in development, including new medications, surgical techniques, and rehabilitation approaches. Research is ongoing to improve our understanding of neurological conditions and develop more effective treatments

Early diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions can be critical for improving outcomes and reducing the risk of complications. It is important for patients to seek prompt medical attention if they experience any symptoms of a neurological condition.

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