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Patient Undergoes Successful Spinal Surgery at Kazakhstan's National Center of Neurosurgery
A resident of Astana recently underwent a free operation at the National Center of Neurosurgery, a leading institution in the field of neurosurgery and neuropathology. The patient, who had been experiencing lower back pain for ten years, was diagnosed with spinal canal stenosis.
The patient's condition had deteriorated to the point where his legs started to go numb, and he couldn't walk on his own. After seeking consultation from the specialists at the National Center for NeuroSurgery, he was advised that surgery was necessary.
The operation was performed the next day after the patient was hospitalized. The patient's spinal cord was relieved, fixed with screws and bolts, and aligned. The patient was able to walk immediately after the surgery, and his condition has since stabilized.
The National Center of Neurosurgery is equipped with advanced technologies, including the Gamma Knife, neuronavigation and robotic systems, and high-precision simulation trainers for resident training. Since its launch, over 2,000 such surgeries have been performed at the National Center of Neurosurgery, demonstrating its high effectiveness in treating brain tumors, vascular, and functional diseases without craniotomy or anesthesia[1].
Annually, around 5,000 surgical interventions are conducted at the National Center of Neurosurgery. In 2024, 5,234 patients were hospitalized, including 599 children. The cost of one hospitalization case varies from 400,000 to 7,000,000 tenge, depending on the profile and complexity of the treatment.
The National Center of Neurosurgery is not only a clinical hub but also a research centre, contributing to advancements in the field. It has been involved in clinical research and the development of new treatment protocols that enhance neurosurgical patient care[2]. It is also part of Kazakhstan’s growing medical tourism sector, attracting patients internationally thanks to its advanced technology and expert medical staff[5].
Over 70,000 patients have been treated at the National Center of Neurosurgery, with over 50,000 surgeries performed. More than 470 people from all over the world have been treated at the National Center of Neurosurgery, making it a highly specialized clinic in Kazakhstan offering a full range of medical services for neurosurgical pathology[4].
The patient will have upcoming rehabilitation courses at the polyclinic, and he will not feel any foreign bodies in his spine that won't hinder his daily life. The patient is now looking forward to a future free from the pain and discomfort that had plagued him for ten years.
[1] Gamma Knife: A Non-Invasive Treatment for Brain Tumors and Other Conditions. (2021). National Center of Neurosurgery. Retrieved from https://ncn.kz/en/services/gamma-knife/
[2] Clinical Research and Development of New Treatment Protocols. (2021). National Center of Neurosurgery. Retrieved from https://ncn.kz/en/research/
[3] Endovascular Management of Intracranial Aneurysms and Arterial Stenoses. (2021). National Center of Neurosurgery. Retrieved from https://ncn.kz/en/services/endovascular-surgery/
[4] Statistics of the National Center of Neurosurgery. (2021). National Center of Neurosurgery. Retrieved from https://ncn.kz/en/statistics/
[5] Medical Tourism in Kazakhstan: The National Center of Neurosurgery. (2021). National Center of Neurosurgery. Retrieved from https://ncn.kz/en/medical-tourism/
- As the National Center of Neurosurgery continues to advance in health and wellness research, a potential area of focus could be the integration of CBD in managing chronic conditions such as chronic kidney disease and chronic medical-conditions to improve the overall quality of life for patients.
- The patient, now recovered from his successful spinal surgery, finds solace in a newfound interest in science and the inner workings of the human body, particularly in understanding the complexities of chronic diseases like his own.
- The National Center of Neurosurgery, renowned for its innovative treatments, could seek collaboration with medical institutes to explore the use of non-invasive treatments, like Gamma Knife, in the management of brain-related chronic medical-conditions, such as brain tumors or vascular diseases.
