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Neurotrauma Surgery in Hyderabad

Neurotrauma refers to injuries to the brain and spinal cord caused by external physical trauma. Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju provides emergency neurosurgical care at CARE Hospitals HITEC City, Hyderabad — a 24/7 trauma-capable centre — for all categories of neurotrauma including head injury, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and traumatic spinal cord injury.

Conditions Treated

  • Extradural Haematoma (EDH)
  • Subdural Haematoma (SDH) — Acute and Chronic
  • Traumatic Intracerebral Haemorrhage
  • Diffuse Axonal Injury (DAI)
  • Skull Fractures (Depressed, Basal)
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) — Mild to Severe
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Traumatic Vertebral Fractures
  • Gunshot Wounds to Head/Spine

Surgical Techniques Used

  • Emergency Craniotomy / Craniectomy
  • Haematoma Evacuation
  • Burr Hole Aspiration (for chronic SDH)
  • Decompressive Craniectomy
  • Skull Fracture Elevation
  • Emergency Spinal Stabilisation
  • ICP Monitor Insertion

Surgical Outcomes

Outcomes in neurotrauma depend critically on rapid surgical intervention. Extradural haematoma evacuated within 2–4 hours of deterioration has excellent outcomes (>90% full recovery). Decompressive craniectomy for malignant brain swelling has been shown to improve survival and functional outcomes in selected patients.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the signs that someone needs emergency neurosurgery after a head injury?

Seek immediate emergency care after head injury if the person has: loss of consciousness, confusion or disorientation, severe or worsening headache, repeated vomiting, seizures, weakness or numbness in limbs, speech difficulties, unequal pupils, or any clear skull deformity. CARE Hospitals HITEC City, Hyderabad provides 24/7 emergency neurosurgical coverage under Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju.