About Brain Tumor Removal

Over 140 different forms of brain tumors exist, and they are divided into two groups:

  • Primary Tumors are less hazardous since they do not spread outside of the brain and remain contained there.
  • MetastaticCancers typically develop in other body areas before migrating to the brain through blood vessels or lymph nodes.

Brain tumors are not known to have a specific origin, however family histories of genetic diseases such neurofibromatosis, tuberous sclerosis, Li-Fraumeni syndrome, Hippel-Lindau disease, weakened immune systems, and radiation exposure are thought to contribute to their growth. Depending on the precise region where a brain tumor develops, there are various varieties that might occur.

Some of the common Brain Tumors include the following:

  • Astrocytoma
  • Ganglioneuroma
  • Central nervous system lymphoma
  • Chordoma
  • Acoustic neuroma
  • Brain stem glioma
  • Mixed glioma
  • Primitive neuroectodermal
  • Medulloblastoma

Glioblastoma multiforme and astrocytoma are the two most dangerous varieties of brain tumors.

A particularly harmful and devastating variety of malignant brain tumor is known as glioblastoma multiforme (GBM). The cerebral hemispheres are where GBM tumors are typically found, but they can also migrate to the brain, brainstem, and spinal cord. The following are some GBM properties that are typical:

  • They grow naturally.
  • Children commonly experience it.
  • It typically develops from an oligodendroglioma or very low-grade astrocytoma.
  • It often consists of a variety of cell types.
  • More senior men than women experience it.

In the course of treating GBM, surgery and radiation therapy are usually combined. After surgery, radiation therapy is performed to get rid of any tumor cells that could have survived.

  • Astrocytoma  Brain tumors.
  • Astrocytes, or star-shaped cells, are the origin of these tumors.
  • There are four classifications for these tumor types: grade I, grade II, grade III, and grade IV.
  • The most typical sign of this type of tumor is an increase in intracranial pressure. Personality changes, sleepiness, disorganized behavior, obtuseness, and lethargy are a few of the more prominent symptoms.

A brain tumor that cannot be removed might be very hazardous. Such tumors cannot be removed because of their inaccessible location within the brain. For certain tumors, there are remedies, though. Such tumors can be managed with medication and radiation therapy.

Symptoms

One of the signs of a brain tumor is a chronic headache. The following are other symptoms that patients most frequently report having:

  • Balance Issues.
  • A weakness in a specific bodily part.
  • Issues with memory.
  • Lack of concentration.
  • Character alterations.
  • Variations in vision.

Risk Factor

  • Family History : Only around 5 to 10 percent, or hereditary malignancies, are caused by genetic factors. Rarely does a brain tumor have a hereditary component. If numerous members of your family have been told they have brain tumors, consult your doctor. You can get a genetic counselor recommendation from your doctor.
  • Age : The risk for most types of brain tumors increases with age.
  • Chemical Exposure : Your risk of developing brain cancer can rise if you are exposed to specific chemicals, such those you would encounter at work. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health maintains a database of chemicals that may cause cancer and are present in the workplace.
  • Exposure to Radiation: Ionizing radiation exposure increases the risk of developing brain cancers in people. Ionizing radiation is a risk associated with high-radiation cancer therapy. Nuclear fallout might also expose you to radiation.
  • People can be exposed to ionizing radiation in a number of ways, as demonstrated by the accidents at the Fukushima and Chernobyl nuclear power plants.

Investigations

The diagnosis of a brain tumor involves several processes, including a CT scan, X-rays, MRI scan, biopsy, complete blood count (CBC), and neurological testing.

A thorough examination of the eye is necessary to look for any swelling that might be brought on by a tumor pressing on the nerves in the brain and the eye.

If the patient has a brain tumor, it will be confirmed by a proper diagnostic, which will also help determine the cancer's stage and the amount of its dissemination.

  • CT and MRI scans are the main tools used to diagnose brain tumors.
  • Another common diagnostic procedure is the PET scan, which creates a live image while measuring the brain's activity and sending a signal to the computer. In order to distinguish between reoccurring tumor cells, scar tissues, and necrosis, surgeons typically employ PET scans.
  •  A biopsy is yet another method that a pathologist uses to separate the normal cells from the malignant cells. The results of a biopsy could reveal tissue alterations that indicate malignancy. A sample of tissue thought to be cancerous is examined under a microscope during a biopsy. As a result, brain cancer can be diagnosed by distinguishing malignant cells from healthy brain cells.
Procedure India Turkey Dubai
(Price in USD) (Price in USD) (Price in USD)
Brain Tumor Surgery 7800 11500 45000
Radiotherapy 5994 6360 32670
Gamma Knife for AVM or Brain Tumor 6000 9000 46000
Craniotomy Surgery 6000 7000 43000
Gliomas Treatment 7000 18580 42000
PEDIATRIC BRAIN SURGERY 7000 - 40150
Tumors 7500 15070 4300
Stereotactic Radio Surgery 2800 5500 14500

Note : This is an approximate cost and may vary depending on various condition of the patient health after physical evaluation. 

Treatment Options

Side Effects

The following are common side effects following brain tumor surgery:

  • Amnesia or memory issues.
  • Convulsions or fits.
  • Dizziness.
  • Balance issues and poor coordination.

Typically, these side effects appear shortly after surgery and eventually go away as part of the healing process. Long-lasting weakness may occasionally be caused by the tumor's location and may even call for treatment or rehabilitation in some circumstances.

Benefits

Success Rate

The kind and size of a tumor affect the likelihood of survival and the effectiveness of treatment for brain tumors. Following are the various age groups' survival rates:

  • 16% of patients between the ages of 45 and 64.
  • 65% of children under the age of 14.
  • Between the ages of 15 and 45, 55% of patients.

Keep in mind that early detection and management of a brain tumor can help prolong patients' lives. Additionally, early discovery makes it possible to restore brain function and provide the patient with the most comfort.