Migraine
Migraine
Anesthesia:
General
Surgery Duration:
2-3 Hours
Pain:
Middle
Corset:
None
Hastanede Kalış:
1 Night
Recovery Time:
2-4 Week
Dressing Duration:
5 Day
Migraine
Surgical AestheticsMigraine affects a significant portion of the population, around 15%, and can significantly impair quality of life. Consequently, it is considered a major societal issue.
While there are numerous neurological medications and treatment options targeting the various mechanisms of migraine, some patients may not respond to these treatments. In such cases, migraine surgery, which has gained popularity in recent years, emerges as a significant treatment option.
What is peripheral migraine? Is surgery the right treatment for my migraine?
In some patients, migraines occur due to the compression of nerves that provide sensation to the forehead, temples, and neck. This compression is often caused by muscles that squeeze the nerve. These points of compression are called trigger points, and this type of migraine is known as "peripheral migraine". If the pain subsides with Botox injections applied to these trigger points, it indicates that the cause of the headache is peripheral migraine. A definitive diagnosis is made through a detailed examination.
For peripheral migraine, both Botox and surgery are treatment options. Botox provides relief for approximately 4 months, and the treatment needs to be repeated.
Migraine affects a significant portion of the population, around 15%, and can significantly impair quality of life. Consequently, it is considered a major societal issue.
While there are numerous neurological medications and treatment options targeting the various mechanisms of migraine, some patients may not respond to these treatments. In such cases, migraine surgery, which has gained popularity in recent years, emerges as a significant treatment option.
What is peripheral migraine? Is surgery the right treatment for my migraine?
In some patients, migraines occur due to the compression of nerves that provide sensation to the forehead, temples, and neck. This compression is often caused by muscles that squeeze the nerve. These points of compression are called trigger points, and this type of migraine is known as "peripheral migraine". If the pain subsides with Botox injections applied to these trigger points, it indicates that the cause of the headache is peripheral migraine. A definitive diagnosis is made through a detailed examination.
For peripheral migraine, both Botox and surgery are treatment options. Botox provides relief for approximately 4 months, and the treatment needs to be repeated.
Frequently
Asked Questions
Who is a suitable candidate for migraine surgery?
Patients who do not respond to neurological treatments and who experience a reduction in migraine pain with Botox or local anesthetic injections into trigger points can be considered suitable candidates for this surgery. However, a detailed examination is necessary before making this decision.
How is migraine surgery performed?
The surgery is performed under general anesthesia in an operating room. The duration of the surgery varies depending on the location and number of trigger points. During the surgery, the muscle tissue compressing the nerve at these trigger points is released. Since the nerve in the temporal region is generally small, it is often excised.
Where will the scars be?
Incisions are planned to be hidden within the hairline or in the crease of the upper eyelid.
What is the post-operative process like?
Patients are monitored in the hospital for 1-2 nights and then discharged. Patients are called for a follow-up examination within the first week, and then they can return to their daily lives.
What is the success rate of migraine surgery?
Migraine surgery may not provide a permanent solution for all patients. Recent studies have shown that approximately one-third of patients experience complete recovery. However, in 90% of cases, a significant reduction in the frequency, severity, and duration of migraine attacks is observed.
Who is a suitable candidate for migraine surgery?
Patients who do not respond to neurological treatments and who experience a reduction in migraine pain with Botox or local anesthetic injections into trigger points can be considered suitable candidates for this surgery. However, a detailed examination is necessary before making this decision.
How is migraine surgery performed?
The surgery is performed under general anesthesia in an operating room. The duration of the surgery varies depending on the location and number of trigger points. During the surgery, the muscle tissue compressing the nerve at these trigger points is released. Since the nerve in the temporal region is generally small, it is often excised.
Where will the scars be?
Incisions are planned to be hidden within the hairline or in the crease of the upper eyelid.
What is the post-operative process like?
Patients are monitored in the hospital for 1-2 nights and then discharged. Patients are called for a follow-up examination within the first week, and then they can return to their daily lives.
What is the success rate of migraine surgery?
Migraine surgery may not provide a permanent solution for all patients. Recent studies have shown that approximately one-third of patients experience complete recovery. However, in 90% of cases, a significant reduction in the frequency, severity, and duration of migraine attacks is observed.
- The information contained in the site is for informational purposes only. It cannot replace a physician's examination and diagnosis of the patient.
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