Brain Tumour Surgery
Surgery to remove as much of a benign or malignant brain tumour as safely possible, to relieve symptoms and guide further treatment.
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About this Procedure
Brain tumour surgery aims to remove as much of the abnormal tissue as is safely possible. It is often the first treatment for both benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) brain tumours. Surgery can relieve pressure on the brain, ease symptoms and provide tissue so the tumour type can be confirmed and further treatment planned.
Brain tumours can cause headaches, seizures, persistent nausea or vomiting and drowsiness, as well as changes in memory or personality, weakness on one side of the body, and problems with vision or speech, depending on where the tumour is. After diagnosis with MRI or CT, a neurosurgeon decides whether surgery is the best option, sometimes combined with radiotherapy or chemotherapy.
Most brain tumours are removed through a craniotomy, in which a piece of skull is temporarily removed to reach the tumour and then replaced. Some tumours, such as those near the pituitary gland, can be reached through the nose with an endoscope, avoiding a skull opening. Surgery is usually done under general anaesthetic; for tumours near areas controlling speech or movement, you may be awake for part of the operation so the team can protect these functions. Brain surgery can take two to six hours or more. After open surgery you may stay in hospital for up to 10 days, and recovery can range from six weeks to several months.
Brain tumour surgery is offered at Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, including BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram and Fortis Hospital, Noida. The treating neurosurgeon recommends the approach after reviewing your MRI and clinical findings.
Why travel for this procedure?
- Neurosurgery and neuro-oncology in one place
Neurosurgeons and oncologists plan surgery with any radiotherapy or chemotherapy that follows. - Accredited partner hospitals
Treatment at established Delhi NCR hospitals such as BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram and Paras Health, Gurugram. - Experienced specialists
Neurosurgeons work with neurologists, neuroradiologists and neuro-anaesthetists to plan each case. - Shorter waiting times
Once your scans are reviewed, surgery can usually be scheduled without long waiting lists. - English-speaking teams and Medwell coordination
Care teams consult in English, and Medwell coordinates your quote, visa letter, travel and hotel stay.
Share your MRI for a free quote
Send your brain MRI or CT scans and a summary of your symptoms. A neurosurgeon reviews them and Medwell sends a personalised quote, usually within 24 hours.
Travel and pre-surgery planning
Medwell arranges your visa letter, flights and hotel. In Delhi NCR the neurosurgeon examines you, orders any further imaging and plans the safest approach.
Surgery, recovery and next steps
After surgery you are monitored closely, often in intensive care at first. Medwell stays in touch for pathology results and any radiotherapy or follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is brain tumour surgery?
Brain tumour surgery is an operation to remove as much of a brain tumour as safely possible, usually through a craniotomy or, for some tumours, through the nose with an endoscope. It relieves pressure and symptoms and confirms the tumour type. It is offered at Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR.
What are the symptoms of a brain tumour?
Brain tumour symptoms include headaches, seizures, persistent nausea or vomiting, drowsiness, memory or personality changes, weakness on one side of the body, and vision or speech problems, according to the NHS. Symptoms depend on the tumour's location. Anyone with these symptoms should see a doctor promptly for assessment.
Will I be awake during brain tumour surgery?
Most brain tumour surgery is done under general anaesthetic, but for tumours near areas that control speech or movement you may be awake for part of the operation, according to Cleveland Clinic. This lets the team check these functions while removing the tumour. Your neurosurgeon will explain which approach suits you.
How long is the hospital stay and recovery after brain tumour surgery?
After open brain surgery you may stay in hospital for up to 10 days, and one to two days after less invasive procedures, according to Cleveland Clinic. Recovery ranges from a few weeks for less invasive surgery to six weeks or several months after open surgery. Further treatment may follow.
How much does brain tumour surgery cost in India?
The cost of brain tumour surgery in India depends on the hospital, the tumour's size and location, the surgical approach and the length of your stay, so there is no single fixed price. Share your reports with Medwell and you will receive a free, no-obligation personalised quote from our partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, usually within 24 hours. Your information is kept confidential.
Which hospitals in Delhi NCR offer brain tumour surgery?
brain tumour surgery is offered at 5 of Medwell's accredited partner hospitals in Delhi NCR: BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Paras Health, Gurugram, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram and Fortis Hospital, Noida. Medwell helps you choose a hospital and neurosurgeon.
How do I plan brain tumour surgery in India with Medwell?
To plan brain tumour surgery in India with Medwell, share your medical reports and scans for a free, no-obligation personalised quote, usually within 24 hours. Medwell helps you choose the partner hospital and specialist, books your consultation, provides a visa invitation letter and helps arrange flights, a hotel near the hospital and airport pickup. Medwell stays in touch after surgery and helps coordinate any radiotherapy or follow-up.