Neurosurgical Oncology & Shunts

Microsurgical Brain Tumor Resection & Hydrocephalus Care

Intracranial neoplasms and hydrocephalus (excess cerebrospinal fluid build-up inside the brain ventricles) demand meticulous microneurosurgical precision. Shiv Shahi Hospital provides state-of-the-art microsurgical tumor excision, Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt placement, and external ventricular drainage in Ambernath East under experienced senior neurosurgeons.

Microsurgical Tumor Resection: Precision microscopic craniotomy for benign and malignant cranial tumors (meningiomas, gliomas, acoustic schwannomas).

Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) Shunting: Placement of advanced pressure-regulated valves diverting excess brain CSF fluid safely into the abdominal cavity.

External Ventricular Drainage (EVD): Emergency bedside catheter placement for acute obstructive hydrocephalus and intracranial pressure spikes.

Multidisciplinary Neuro-Oncology: Comprehensive post-operative histopathology, molecular profiling, and oncological therapy coordination.

Warning Symptoms

Persistent early morning headaches accompanied by sudden projectile vomiting.
New adult-onset seizures, progressive vision loss, or unexplained personality changes.
Unsteady walking gait and memory fog (Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus in seniors).

How VP Shunts Relieve Pressure

A tiny one-way silicone valve maintains continuous physiological intracranial pressure.
Placed entirely under the skin with no visible external tubes or bags.
Permanently prevents progressive brain tissue atrophy and restores mental clarity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are all brain tumors cancerous?

No. Many brain tumors, such as meningiomas, schwannomas, and pituitary adenomas, are non-cancerous (benign). Complete microsurgical excision provides a lasting cure without chemotherapy or radiation.

What is hydrocephalus and how does a VP shunt treat it?

Hydrocephalus happens when cerebrospinal fluid cannot circulate or reabsorb normally, building dangerous pressure on the brain. A Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt is a biocompatible tube that safely redirects excess fluid to the abdominal cavity where it is naturally reabsorbed.

Is brain tumor surgery covered under government cashless schemes?

Yes. Brain tumor surgeries and VP shunt procedures are covered under Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yojana (MJPJAY), CMRF, and private health insurance TPAs at Shiv Shahi Hospital Ambernath.

Schedule Your OPD Consultation

Consult Senior Specialists at Shiv Shahi Hospital, Ambernath East. Daily OPD Hours: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Book WhatsApp Appointment Call 83080 88811

Brain Tumor & VP Shunt Surgery in Ambernath