Successful Deep Brain Stimulation Restores Patient’s Normal Life

The patient was suffering from advanced symptoms of Parkinson's disease. He was unable to walk and suffered from severe tremors in his hands. He had tried several drug treatments for a long time, but to no avail. Parkinson's disease had caused him many negative effects, most notably depression and isolation. He felt like a burden to his family because he could not walk easily, and he had a persistent tremor in his hand, which made it difficult to hold objects firmly.

After drug therapy failed, the patient began searching for a more effective treatment. He was looking for a doctor specializing in Parkinson's disease. During his search, a friend recommended Dr. Zeiad Yossry, Professor of Neurosurgery and Parkinson's Disease, for his extensive experience in treating movement disorders, especially Parkinson's disease. This encouraged him to consult him.

During the consultation, Dr. Zeiad Yossry conducted a comprehensive examination of the patient's condition and informed him that a cure for Parkinson's symptoms was now available, thanks to advances in neurological and movement disorders surgeries. The patient was thrilled, but wanted to know more about this type of surgery and its suitability for his incurable condition.

First, Dr. Zeiad Yossry explained some points about Parkinson's disease. This disease occurs due to the deterioration of a specific area of the brain responsible for controlling movement, resulting from a deficiency of certain neurotransmitters that regulate movement.

He then told him that deep brain stimulation offers an effective solution for controlling tremors and slowed movement by targeting the damaged area of the brain that causes these symptoms. The surgery involves implanting a brain-stimulating battery to generate electrical energy that provides the necessary control over symptoms.

The patient asked Dr. Zeiad Yossry about the potential complications of this procedure. He told him that the surgery is considered safe, but like any surgical procedure, it may carry some risks, such as infection, difficulty breathing, nausea, and other risks. However, Dr. Zeiad Yossry reassured him that the surgery is generally safe and highly successful.

After this consultation, the patient researched previous patients' experiences with deep brain stimulation and found it to be a life-changing surgery, with many patients regaining their ability to function effectively.

Dr. Zeiad Yossry performed a deep brain stimulation procedure on this patient, which included:

1. Initially, the patient's head was secured in a special frame to maintain stability. Then, brain imaging was performed using an MRI or CT scan.

2. Electrodes were placed while the patient was awake to test the effect of electrical stimulation on Parkinson's symptoms.

3. After ensuring that the electrodes were correctly positioned, thin wires containing several electrodes were implanted at their ends.

4. A battery was implanted under the skin in the upper chest, where it was connected to electrodes implanted in the brain.

This surgery requires several stages, making it a highly complex procedure that requires extensive skill and experience, which Dr. Zeiad Yossry, Professor of Neurosurgery and Parkinson's Disease, has.

The outcome was outstanding, and the patient was completely cured of his Parkinson's symptoms and was able to move smoothly without any trace of the disease. Thanks to the expertise and skill of Dr. Zeiad Yossry, Professor of Neurosurgery and Parkinson's Disease, the patient regained his ability to move. This video demonstrates the improvement in his condition after deep brain stimulation.