Paediatric Neuro Surgery
Paediatric Neurosurgery focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of brain, spine, and nerve conditions in infants, children, and adolescents. Dr. Rahul Prasad provides gentle, child-focused care using advanced imaging and precise techniques designed for a growing nervous system, with the goal of protecting development and long-term quality of life.
What is Paediatric Neurosurgery?
Paediatric neurosurgery is a specialised branch of neurosurgery dedicated to treating neurological conditions in children. Because a child’s brain, spine, and nervous system are still developing, treatment requires careful planning, age-appropriate techniques, and close attention to long-term growth. Conditions may be present from birth (congenital) or develop later due to injury, infection, or tumours.
Common Symptoms
- Rapidly increasing head size
- Persistent headaches
- Seizures
- Delayed developmental milestones
- Vomiting, especially in the morning
- Weakness or poor coordination
- Vision problems
- Abnormal spinal curvature or swelling
Conditions Treated
- Hydrocephalus
- Paediatric Brain Tumours
- Spina Bifida
- Craniosynostosis
- Tethered Spinal Cord
- Paediatric Head Injury
- Congenital Brain Malformations
- Paediatric Epilepsy
Treatment Highlights
Our treatment combines child-specific surgical planning, advanced paediatric brain and spine imaging, minimally invasive techniques, neuronavigation, careful anaesthetic care, and comprehensive post-operative support for the best possible outcomes.
Why Choose Dr. Rahul Prasad?
Dr. Rahul Prasad offers expert paediatric neurosurgical care with advanced surgical technology, evidence-based treatment, personalised care plans, a compassionate approach for young patients and their families, and a strong focus on safety and faster recovery.
Benefits
Paediatric neurosurgery can relieve pressure on the developing brain, correct congenital abnormalities, control seizures, support normal growth and development, improve neurological function, and enhance long-term quality of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Paediatric neurosurgery is a specialised field that treats brain, spine, and nerve conditions in infants, children, and adolescents using techniques suited to a developing nervous system.
Common conditions include hydrocephalus, paediatric brain tumours, spina bifida, craniosynostosis, tethered spinal cord, and head injuries in children.
A stroke is a medical emergency and should be treated immediately. Faster treatment greatly reduces brain damage and improves the chances of recovery.
Recovery varies with the type and severity of the stroke. Some patients recover in weeks, while others need several months of rehabilitation to regain function.
MS, MCh (Neurosurgery), Spine Fellowship (USA & South Korea)
Dr. Rahul Prasad