Paediatric Neurosurgeon in Kolkata
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Overview
Types of Neurosurgical Problems
1. Congenital disorders like spina bifida and hydrocephalus
2. Cerebral palsy
3. Cerebral Aneurysm
4. Intellectual disability
5. Brain and spinal cord tumours
6. Craniosynostosis
7. Epilepsy that requires surgery
8. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA)
9. Spinal deformities
10. Traumatic brain and spinal injuries
11. Nerve injury
12. Childhood migraine
13. Pediatric stroke
14. Down syndrome
15. Dystonia
16. Spina Bifida
Common Signs & Symptoms
Developmental delays
Developmental delays
Slurred speech
Slurred speech
Muscle weakness or stiffness
Muscle weakness or stiffness
Sudden changes in behaviour or cognition
Sudden changes in behaviour or cognition
Seizures
Seizures
Vision problem
Vision problem
Difficulty with coordination or frequent falls
Difficulty with coordination or frequent falls
Delayed milestones (crawling, walking, talking)
Delayed milestones (crawling, walking, talking)
Persistent pediatric headache or childhood migraine
Persistent pediatric headache or childhood migraine
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Causes of Paediatric Neurological Issues
- Genetic disorders (e.g., spinal muscular atrophy (SMA))
- Birth complications
- Infections affecting the brain (e.g. STIs passed from mother to baby)
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Infections (viral or bacterial) during pregnancy, delivery, or postpartum.
- Traumatic injuries
- Autoimmune conditions
- Head injuries
- Metabolic disorders, such as phenylketonuria
Diagnosis of Paediatric Neurological Issues
Neurological examinations to assess reflexes, strength and coordination
Neurological examinations to assess reflexes, strength and coordination
MRI scans & CT scans for detailed imaging
MRI scans & CT scans for detailed imaging
EEG to check brain activity for epilepsy
EEG to check brain activity for epilepsy
Genetic testing for hereditary conditions
Genetic testing for hereditary conditions
Nerve conduction studies
Nerve conduction studies
Advanced brain imaging
Advanced brain imaging
Types of Paediatric Neurosurgery
- Brain tumour surgery
- Epilepsy surgery
- Hydrocephalus treatment
- Spinal surgery
- Craniosynostosis surgery
- Medication management
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the signs of a childhood migraine?
Can a pediatric stroke happen?
Yes, pediatric strokes can occur, though they are less common than in adults. Immediate diagnosis and treatment are essential. Seek medical help if you notice weakness, vision loss, headache, and seizures in your child.
Can children outgrow neurological conditions?
Some conditions, like childhood epilepsy, may improve, while others, like cerebral palsy, require lifelong management.
What causes paediatric strokes?
Paediatric stroke may occur due to genetic disorders, heart conditions, infections or clotting problems. If you notice any symptoms, consult Dr Rohit Mishra, the best pediatric neurosurgery doctor in Kolkata.