Medical articles of London Neurosurgery Partnership (HCA)

By Mr Christopher Chandler
02.12.19
Neurosurgery

Some of the symptoms of arachnoiditis may include muscle cramps and shooting pain. In some cases, it can lead to permanent disability. Read more from one of our expert neurosurgeons Mr Christopher Chandler on the signs of the chronic pain condition and how it is managed.

By Mr Sinan Barazi
23.04.19
Neurosurgery

What are cluster headaches?

Headaches are awful. We’ve all had them and they can really put a dampener on your day. However, some headaches are worse than others; some are downright debilitating. Without warning, excruciating pain erupts on one side of the head, often around the eye. If this sounds familiar, you may be getting cluster headaches. Leading neurosurgeon Mr Sinan Barazi, part of the London Neurosurgery Partnership, explains.

Person with chordoma in spine or skull base

By Mr Nicholas Thomas
17.04.19
Neurosurgery

What is a chordoma?

A tumour is a scary prospect wherever it is on the body, but even more so in an area as sensitive as the nervous system. The spine and skull base are vulnerable to certain cancers. Expert neurosurgeon Mr Nicholas Thomas is here to talk about one rare type – chordoma.

By Professor Keyoumars Ashkan
16.04.19
Neurosurgery

Extreme pain: glossopharyngeal neuralgia

Some people may experience extreme stabbing or an electric-shock type of pain at the throat, tongue, tonsil and ears. This condition is known as glossopharyngeal neuralgia. We've asked one of our top neurosurgeons Professor Keyoumars Ashkan to explain how the condition is treated.

By Mr Christos Tolias
02.04.19
Neurosurgery

How do doctors treat a brain haemorrhage?

A brain haemorrhage can be a life-threatening event. However, it can be treatable, and with the use of modern surgical techniques recovery from treatment is now faster than ever. We asked leading neurosurgeon Mr Christos Tolias about what someone’s treatment options are if they have a brain haemorrhage.

By Mr Christopher Chandler
28.03.19
Neurology

Colloid cyst; all you need to know about this benign brain tumour

A colloid cyst is a benign brain tumour, which means it’s non-cancerous. These cysts don’t spread, but they do slowly grow in size. Due to its location in the ventricles, a colloid cyst can sometimes cause a blockage of cerebral spinal fluid (CSF). Mr Christopher Chandler talks about the symptoms of a colloid cyst and how we can treat one.

woman lying topless on a bed but with back to camera, looks in pain slightly

By Mr Richard Gullan
05.03.19
Neurology

How is a spinal cord stimulator inserted to treat chronic pain?

If you suffer from chronic pain in your back, arms or legs, then spinal cord stimulation therapy can help block the pain and bring some relief. Of course, as with any surgical procedures there lies a risk and a patient should know exactly what to expect following the operation. Top neurosurgeon Mr Richard Gullan explains all...

Woman's back without clothes, her hugging herself

By Mr Richard Gullan
01.03.19
Neurology

Spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain

Living with chronic pain can really impact your daily life. There's now a small surgically implanted device known as a spinal cord stimulator that is inserted next to the vertebrae and masks pain signals before they reach the brain. Expert neurosurgeon Mr Richard Gullan explains more...

By Mr Christopher Chandler
28.02.19
Neurosurgery

Baby health: what is flat head syndrome?

Have you noticed that your baby's head looks misshapen? Flathead syndrome can occur if an infant spends a lot of time lying on their back. Paediatric consultant Mr Chris Chandler is on hand to explain why it happens and that parents don't need to be worried...

By Mr Sinan Barazi
28.02.19
Neurosurgery

Lumbar decompression: how it works, what it’s for, recovery time

Lumbar decompression is a surgical operation to create more space for your nerves and spinal cord. There are many different ways a lumbar decompression can be carried out depending on your condition. This article by leading neurosurgeon Mr Sinan Barazi looks at how the procedure works, who it’s for, and what to expect after the operation.

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