Epilepsy Surgery (Temporal Lobectomy / Resection)
Epilepsy Surgery (Temporal Lobectomy / Resection) Treament
Treatment Range Hospital in Hyderabad offers advanced epilepsy surgery for patients suffering from drug-resistant seizures. Procedures like temporal lobectomy and focal cortical resection are performed to remove the specific area of the brain triggering seizures, helping patients achieve better seizure control and significantly improving their quality of life.
Our expert neurosurgeons and neurologists use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools such as video EEG monitoring, functional MRI, and brain mapping to accurately localize the seizure focus. With advanced surgical techniques and minimally invasive options, we ensure maximum safety and preservation of critical brain functions during the procedure.
If you are looking for epilepsy surgery in Hyderabad, Treatment Range Hospital is recognized as one of the best centers for comprehensive epilepsy care. From pre-surgical evaluation to post-operative rehabilitation, our multidisciplinary team provides world-class treatment tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Your 6 - Phase health Process
Your Complete Epilepsy Surgery (Temporal Lobectomy / Resection) Journey
🩺Phase 1: Symptoms Identification
- Recurrent seizures despite trying multiple anti-seizure medications
- Seizures affecting daily life, work, or social interactions
- MRI or EEG showing a clear seizure focus in the brain
- Cognitive or memory issues due to frequent seizures
📋Phase 2: OPD Consultation with Neurosurgeon & Epileptologist
- Detailed seizure history and medication review
- Video EEG monitoring to locate seizure onset zone
- Counseling about risks, benefits, and alternatives of surgery
- Neuropsychological testing to assess memory and cognitive function
🧬 Phase 3: Causes (Indications for Surgery)
- Temporal lobe epilepsy (most common form suitable for surgery)
- Drug-resistant epilepsy (failure of 2+ appropriate anti-seizure meds)
- MRI-visible lesions like hippocampal sclerosis or cortical dysplasia
- Seizures arising from a single well-defined area of the brain
🔍 Phase 4: Diagnosis & Pre-Surgical Workup
- High-resolution MRI & functional imaging (PET, SPECT, fMRI)
- Video EEG monitoring (intracranial monitoring if needed)
- Neuropsychological tests to predict post-surgery memory changes
- Pre-anesthesia fitness evaluation
🏥Phase 5: Treatment (Surgical Procedure)
- Temporal Lobectomy: Removes seizure-generating temporal lobe tissue
- Lesionectomy/Resection: Removes the abnormal area seen on imaging
- Goal: Stop seizures or significantly reduce their frequency
- Surgery duration: 3–5 hours under general anesthesia
💉Phase 6: Post-Surgery Care & Recovery
- Return to office work: ~2–4 weeks
- Return to heavy/manual work: ~6–8 weeks
- Tingling and pain relief often immediate; full grip strength returns over months
- Regular follow-ups to monitor healing and prevent stiffness
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A procedure to remove or alter brain tissue that causes seizures in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy. Common types include temporal lobectomy and lesionectomy.
Patients with:
• Seizures not controlled by 2+ anti-seizure medications
• Seizures starting from one specific brain area (focal epilepsy)
• MRI or EEG evidence of a clear seizure focus
About 60–80% of patients achieve seizure freedom after temporal lobectomy. Others have significant reduction in seizure frequency and severity.
Some patients can taper off anti-seizure drugs after 1–2 years of seizure freedom. Others may need lower doses for added protection.
Risks include memory changes, speech difficulties (if surgery is near language areas), infection, or bleeding. Careful pre-surgical planning minimizes these risks.