Varunam Super Speciality Hospital
Mail us
varunamhospital@gmail.com
Call Us
+917447799000
Dr nikhil kakani, neurosurgeon MBBS MS Mch(Neurosurgery)
Dr. nikhil kakan
DR Kakani , is specialist neurosurgeon dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. He uses advanced surgical techniques to address a wide range of neurological disorders and injuries
Surgeries Performed:
- Brain Surgery:
- Craniotomy: Removal of a portion of the skull to access the brain for treatment of tumors, bleeding, or other conditions.
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS): Implantation of electrodes in specific brain regions to treat movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease.
- Aneurysm Repair: Surgical intervention to correct brain aneurysms and prevent rupture.
- Brain Tumor Removal: Surgical excision of benign or malignant tumors from the brain.
- Spinal Surgery:
- Spinal Fusion: Joining two or more vertebrae to stabilize the spine and reduce pain, often used for conditions like scoliosis or degenerative disc disease.
- Discectomy: Removal of a herniated or degenerated disc pressing on spinal nerves.
- Laminectomy: Removal of a portion of the vertebra (lamina) to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
- Microdiscectomy: Minimally invasive procedure to remove part of a herniated disc.
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery:
- Nerve Decompression: Surgery to relieve pressure on a nerve, such as in carpal tunnel syndrome.
- Nerve Repair or Grafting: Reconnection or replacement of damaged nerves to restore function.
- Endoscopic Neurosurgery:
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery: Use of a small camera and specialized instruments inserted through tiny incisions to treat brain conditions with minimal invasiveness.
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery: Minimally invasive procedures to treat spinal disorders using an endoscope.
- Trauma Surgery:
- Acute Trauma Care: Surgical treatment for head, spine, and peripheral nerve injuries resulting from trauma or accidents.
Diseases and Conditions Treated:
- Brain Tumors: Benign and malignant growths within the brain.
- Stroke: Management of brain damage caused by interrupted blood flow, including surgical intervention to remove clots or repair blood vessels.
- Epilepsy: Treatment of seizures, which may include surgical options for patients who do not respond to medication.
- Hydrocephalus: Accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain, often managed with shunt placement.
- Degenerative Disc Disease: Breakdown of intervertebral discs leading to pain and potential nerve compression.
- Spinal Cord Injuries: Acute and chronic care for injuries affecting the spinal cord, including stabilization and rehabilitation.
- Scoliosis: Abnormal curvature of the spine, which may require surgical correction.
- Peripheral Nerve Injuries: Repair and reconstruction of damaged nerves affecting limbs and extremities.
- Chiari Malformation: Surgical treatment of a condition where brain tissue extends into the spinal canal.
Dr Kakani provides expert care through a combination of intricate surgical techniques, innovative treatments, and compassionate patient management to address complex conditions of the nervous system.