Tremor Relief for a Parkinson’s Patient After Basal Ganglia Ablation Surgery

At first, the patient experienced some initial symptoms that she recognized as possible signs of Parkinson’s disease, such as constipation and a diminished sense of smell. Later, she could no longer perform fine tasks with her hands as before, noticing changes in her handwriting. She believed these symptoms were due to aging. Over time, her movements slowed, which she assumed to be muscle weakness, so she paid little attention to these symptoms.

However, the symptoms worsened, and tremors appeared during rest periods when the muscles were not used. She also began to experience persistent stiffness upon movement. The patient was unable to lead a normal life, prompting her to seek medical consultation.

Doctors in Libya performed several tests that indicated the patient had Parkinson's disease. This diagnosis made her feel awful and afraid, believing she would never be able to live normally again. She tried several drug treatments to no avail, leaving her feeling hopeless and depressed.

The patient had been following social media to search for Parkinson's disease patients' experiences and new treatments, hoping to find a cure. She discovered many recommendations for the Parkinson's Egypt Center, the first of its kind in Egypt and Africa for movement disorders, under the supervision of Dr. Zeiad Yossry, Professor of Neurosurgery and Parkinson's Disease. The patient had seen many positive testimonials about Dr. Zeiad Yossry, which prompted her to travel to Egypt for a consultation. 

Dr. Zeiad Yossry performed a comprehensive examination of the patient, including several detailed tests, such as an MRI. He informed her that specialized surgery could improve her Parkinson's symptoms, giving her great hope. Dr. Zeiad Yossry also explained that there are several modern surgical methods for treating movement disorders and that the precision lies in choosing the appropriate procedure for each case, depending on the nature of the medical condition. For her, he recommended basal ganglion ablation, a technique used when drug therapy fails to control symptoms.

Dr. Zeiad Yossry performed basal ganglion ablation surgery, which involves targeting the globus pallidus. This area is responsible for the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. The surgery reduces its activity, helping to reduce tremors and slow movement symptoms. During the procedure, the medical team placed a frame to stabilize her head, and Dr. Zeiad Yossry determined a precise path using CT scans. After sterilizing the scalp, he made a tiny incision to insert electrodes used to stimulate the brain and monitor changes in symptoms. Once reaching the target area, Dr. Zeiad Yossry applied precise thermal energy to ablate the basal ganglion. Finally, he performed an MRI scan to confirm successful symptom control.

Thanks to Dr. Zeiad Yossry's expertise and experience, the patient experienced relief from tremors, slowness of movement, and stiffness. Additionally, she regained her ability to lead a normal life.