Paediatric Neurosurgery

Paediatric neurosurgery at Mar Sleeva Medicity Palai in Kottayam, Kerala provides specialised surgical care for children with conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system. The service includes treatment for hydrocephalus, congenital brain and spine malformations, and other paediatric neurosurgical conditions, with treatment planned according to the child’s age, development, and individual needs.

Our neurosurgeons use age-appropriate surgical techniques supported by paediatric anaesthesia, critical care, and multidisciplinary paediatric services. From evaluation and diagnosis through surgery and recovery, children receive coordinated care in an environment equipped to address the specific needs of paediatric neurosurgical patients.

Services we offer

Hydrocephalus Management
Treatment of fluid build up in the brain using shunt surgery and endoscopic
third ventriculostomy.
Paediatric Brain and Spine Tumours
Surgical treatment of tumours of the brain and spine in children.
Congenital Malformations

Correction of conditions present from birth, including tethered and split cord.
Paediatric Epilepsy Surgery
Surgery for children whose seizures do not respond to medicines, in selected
cases.

Frequently asked Questions

It is a minimally invasive procedure that creates a new pathway for brain fluid to drain, treating certain types of hydrocephalus without a permanent shunt.

Paediatric neurosurgery is performed by specialist surgeons with paediatric anaesthesia and intensive care support, using techniques suited to a child to keep them as safe as possible.

Children may need neurosurgery for hydrocephalus, brain and spine tumours, congenital malformations, and tethered cord, with care suited to a growing child.

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