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Neuro-Oncology: Understanding Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors | Dr. Komal Prasad C

Neuro-Oncology is a specialized field that focuses on tumors affecting the brain and spinal cord, two critical components of the central nervous system. These tumors can be benign or malignant and often require a multi-disciplinary approach to diagnosis, treatment, and management. In this video, Dr. Komal Prasad C, Senior Consultant Neurologist at Narayana Health City, Bangalore, delves into the essentials of Neuro-Oncology. He highlights the complex nature of brain tumors and spinal cord tumors, their symptoms, treatment modalities, and the importance of early detection. Key Insights in Neuro-Oncology: Types of Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors: Tumors in these areas can vary greatly in their nature, ranging from benign growths to highly malignant tumors. Common types include gliomas, meningiomas, astrocytomas, and spinal cord tumors. Symptoms of Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors: Symptoms may include: Persistent headaches Nausea and vomiting Seizures Changes in vision or speech Balance issues Cognitive impairments such as memory loss or confusion. Diagnostic Approaches: Early and accurate diagnosis is essential for successful management. This includes: MRI scans for high-resolution imaging CT scans for detecting tumor size and location Biopsy for tissue analysis to confirm malignancy. Treatment Options: Surgery: Often the first line of treatment for many brain and spinal cord tumors. Radiation therapy: Used to shrink tumors or kill cancerous cells. Chemotherapy: Medications to target and destroy cancerous cells. Targeted therapy: Drugs that target specific molecules involved in tumor growth. Multidisciplinary Management: Dr. Prasad emphasizes the importance of a team-based approach to neuro-oncology, where neurosurgeons, oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists work together to ensure the best outcomes for patients. Upcoming Event: Neuro-Oncology Symposium Join the Neuro-Oncology Symposium happening on the 21st and 22nd of May at Narayana Health City, Bangalore. The symposium focuses on the multi-disciplinary management of brain tumors and the NVSS Oration 2022. For registration, visit https://neurooncology.in. For Consultations: If you or a loved one is dealing with a brain tumor or spinal cord tumor, you can consult Dr. Komal Prasad C for expert advice: For a video consultation, log on to https://bit.ly/2z7Y0Bd. Visit Narayana Health for more information: To know more about Narayana Health and the facilities available, visit www.narayanahealth.org. Connect with Us: Facebook:   / narayanahealth   Instagram:   / narayanahealthindia   Twitter:   / narayanahealth   Blog: https://www.narayanahealth.org/blog/ LinkedIn:   / narayanahealth   Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Narayan... Telegram: https://t.me/NarayanaHealth