Hearing the words “you have a brain tumor” can feel overwhelming. Whether the tumor is benign or malignant, the path forward may seem uncertain. Taking clear, informed steps after diagnosis can help you feel more in control and prepared for the road ahead. At Texas Neurosurgery LLP, patients with brain tumors benefit from the expertise of board-certified neurosurgeons, including […]
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Brain tumors, benign or malignant, can have significant impacts depending on their location within the brain. Understanding how different regions are affected helps patients and families better comprehend the symptoms and challenges associated with brain tumors. Here, we’ll explore how tumors in various brain regions influence bodily functions and behaviors. Texas Neurosurgery LLP provides advanced
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A brain tumor is a mass or growth of abnormal cells in the patient’s brain. Some of these are benign; others are malignant. Brain tumors can begin in the brain — primary brain tumors. Or they can metastasize (spread) from elsewhere — secondary brain tumors. When a person hears they have a brain tumor, this
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Chiari malformation is a structural abnormality in the brain where the cerebellum is located in a lower position than is normal. In these cases, the cerebellum is situated below the opening to the spinal cord. When the cerebellum occupies this lower position, more pressure is exerted on the cerebellum and the brain stem. This affects
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The severity of a tumor located within the brain doesn’t need any explanation — it is life threatening. When a tumor is found and can be removed, we perform what is called a craniotomy. An AVM craniotomy is a surgery where we remove a portion of the skull to gain access to the brain. Surgery
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