Epilepsy Surgery in Hyderabad
For select drug-resistant epilepsy after comprehensive evaluation
Contact:+91-9778280044 •neurospinehyd@drsayuj.com •Appointments
Who is a candidate?
Patients with seizures not controlled by medications after appropriate trials. Workup may include video EEG, MRI, PET/SPECT, neuropsych testing, and MDT review.
Surgical options
- Resective surgery (e.g., temporal lobe)
- Disconnection procedures
- Neuromodulation (where available)
Risks and outcomes
Depend on seizure focus and procedure. Risks include infection, bleeding, transient deficits, memory/language changes (case-dependent).
FAQs
Do I stop medicines after surgery?
Medication changes are individualized; many continue anti-seizure meds for a period after surgery.
How long is hospital stay?
Typically several days, depending on monitoring and recovery needs.
Medical disclaimer
Educational only; treatment decisions require specialist evaluation.