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The Endoscopic Endonasal Approach (EEA) is a minimally invasive neurosurgical technique refined at UPMC that gives surgeons access to the base of the skull, central brain, and top of the spinal cord by operating through the nose and nasal sinuses. > Read more |
Minimally invasive surgery has revolutionized the treatment of brain tumors and other neurological problems. At UPMC, surgeons have developed a new technique using a small tube, called a NeuroendoportSM to reach deep-seated brain tumors and lesions through a tiny opening in the skull. This approach minimizes the manipulation of surrounding brain and nerve tissue, and may reduce complications and offer a quicker recovery time than conventional brain surgery. > Read more |
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Neuroendovascular surgery is a minimally invasive alternative for neurologic disorders such as stroke, malformed blood vessels, and tumors. Surgeons are able to diagnose and treat problem areas by threading catheters through an artery or vein. This technique eliminates incisions, reduces the movement of sensitive tissues, offers effective treatment with fewer complications than conventional surgery, and also may shorten patient recovery time. > Read more |
At UPMC, specialists employ minimally invasive techniques and state-of-the-art technologies to treat a range of spine injuries, painful disc conditions, and neck, arm, back and leg pain. This approach, and a collaborative environment that brings together neurological surgeons, orthopaedic surgeons, rehab and physical medicine experts, physical therapists and others, offers excellent outcomes and shorter recovery periods for patients and athlete treated at UPMC. > Read more |
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As an internationally recognized leader in the research and treatment of cranial nerve disorders such as trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm, and glossopharyngeal neuralgia, UPMC provides patients with early access to innovative therapeutic approaches and the highest level of care. Treatment is distinguished by the use of endoscopic techniques that can help relieve the painful symptoms of cranial nerve conditions while avoiding side effects associated with surgery. UPMC's multifaceted approach also includes use of microvascular decompression and Gamma Knife radiosurgery. > Read more |
UPMC Cancer Centers’ Adult Neuro-oncology Program, located at Hillman Cancer Center, provides comprehensive neurological cancer care to patients with benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) tumors of the brain and spinal cord, as well as patients with metastatic cancer that has spread to the nervous system. > Read more |