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PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) – Neurosurgery or neurological surgery, known in common parlance as brain surgery, is the medical specialty concerned with the surgical treatment of disorders which affect any portion of the nervous system including the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nervous system.
Neurosurgeons address a wide range of conditions related to the nervous system, including tumors, injuries, vascular abnormalities, and degenerative diseases.
In summary, neurosurgery plays a vital role in treating complex brain, spine, and nervous system disorders, aiming to enhance patients’ well-being and restore function.
Check out the video at the top of the article with Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yasu Harasaki, from WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center to learn more about neurosurgery, the latest advancements in the field, and more.
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