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Parietal Craniotomy

Posted On: 04-19-2016
Parietal Craniotomy

What is a Parietal Craniotomy?

During a parietal craniotomy, an incision is made through the top of the skull and a bone flap, or section of bone, is removed. This is performed in order to provide access to the brain. The bone flap is stitched back in place after the procedure.

Also Known As:

  • Brain surgery
  • Craniotomy

Conditions Treated with a Parietal Craniotomy:

A parietal craniotomy may be performed in cases of epilepsy, brain trauma, brain tumors, blood clots, abnormal blood vessels, severe facial or nerve pain or brain abscess.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to a Parietal Craniotomy:

There are no comparable non-surgical or surgical alternatives to a parietal craniotomy.

Anesthesia with a Parietal Craniotomy:

A parietal craniotomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.

Potential Complications from a Parietal Craniotomy:

Possible risks following a parietal craniotomy include brain damage, intracranial bleeding, stroke, infection, brain swelling, seizures, coma, cerebral vasospasm and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.

Recovery from a Parietal Craniotomy:

Total recovery from a parietal craniotomy takes one to four weeks, or longer. 

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