Dr. Sanjeev Srivastava provides neurosurgical care for conditions affecting the brain, spine, spinal cord and nervous system. His areas of expertise include brain tumours, spine disorders, epilepsy, aneurysms, hydrocephalus, head injuries, Parkinson’s disease, functional neurological disorders and other complex neurological conditions.

You may need a neurosurgical consultation if you have persistent or worsening headaches, seizures, weakness or numbness, difficulty walking, spinal pain, loss of coordination, neurological symptoms after an injury, or an imaging report showing a condition that may require surgery.

No. Surgery is recommended only when it is appropriate for the patient’s diagnosis, symptoms, imaging findings and overall health. Depending on the condition, observation, medication, physiotherapy, rehabilitation or other non-surgical treatments may be considered.

Depending on the diagnosis, neurosurgical procedures may include brain tumour surgery, surgery for traumatic brain injuries, treatment of hydrocephalus, vascular neurosurgery, skull-base procedures, functional neurosurgical procedures like DBS, VNS, SCS and sacral neuromodulation and other complex cranial surgeries.

Treatment depends on the type, size, location and behaviour of the tumour and the patient’s overall condition. Options may include observation, surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy or a combination of treatments. A detailed evaluation and appropriate imaging are required before deciding on treatment.

Possible symptoms include persistent or progressively worsening headaches, seizures, vomiting, vision changes, weakness, speech difficulties, balance problems or changes in cognitive function. These symptoms can also occur with many other conditions, so proper medical evaluation is important.

Minimally invasive neurosurgery uses specialised techniques and smaller access routes when clinically appropriate. The exact approach depends on the location and nature of the condition and whether minimally invasive treatment is suitable for the patient.

His neurosurgical practice includes complex and minimally invasive spine surgery for conditions such as disc problems, spinal compression, spinal tumours, spinal injuries and other structural disorders of the spine and spinal cord.

Spine surgery may be considered when symptoms are severe or progressive, neurological function is affected, there is significant spinal cord or nerve compression, or when appropriate non-surgical treatment has not provided adequate relief.

Minimally invasive spine surgery uses specialised surgical techniques designed to access and treat spinal problems while limiting tissue disruption where appropriate. Whether it can be used depends on the specific spinal condition and the patient’s anatomy.

Recovery varies considerably depending on the type and complexity of surgery, the patient’s health, neurological status and rehabilitation requirements. Your surgeon can provide a more individualised recovery timeline after evaluating your condition.

Bring previous medical records, MRI or CT scans and reports, laboratory reports, medication details, previous treatment records and a list of your current symptoms. This can help the doctor understand your medical history and make a more informed assessment.