Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Gain insight into the conditions, both rare and common, that affect your brain and neurological health. Our brain health articles, videos, and infographics provide sound information about conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, migraines, and more. Learn about brain health warning signs, treatment options, and breakthroughs.

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Decoding DNA to Fight Diseases

September 7, 2018

The UPMC Genome Center provides researchers and physicians with access to a world-class genomics infrastructure. Learn more about its revolutionary work. Read More

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Categorized as: Cancer Care, Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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What Is Déjà Vu? Harmless Sensation or Neurological Problem?

June 22, 2018

What is déjà vu? That feeling of having been in the same situation, but doubting it's true. Here's when déjà vu is normal, and when to see a doctor. Read More

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Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: neuroscience, UPMC Epilepsy Center
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6 Essential Facts About Stroke

June 13, 2018

Strokes can happen to anyone at any time. Learn these stroke facts so that you're better able to spot and prevent a stroke. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: stroke
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Information and Articles on Strokes

May 17, 2018

A stroke is the leading cause of disability in American adults. Find more information about stroke causes, symptoms, and treatment from these articles. Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: Stroke hub
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2 Epilepsy Surgery Options for You to Consider

April 17, 2018

Technological advancements for epilepsy surgery are making the treatment more effective now than ever before. Find out about two new advancements. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: epilepsy, epilepsy surgery, frequent seizures, laser ablation, repeated seizures, ROSA
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Understanding Deep Brain Stimulation at UPMC

April 10, 2018

It may seem like technology of the future, but deep brain stimulation is a treatment that's available to patients now. Learn more about this procedure. Read More

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Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: brain, deep brain stimulation, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease
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Video: Understanding the Different Types of Migraines

April 4, 2018

There are several different types of migraines. Learn more about the different causes and symptoms of migraines and how you can find relief. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: headaches, migraine, migraine aura, migraines, severe headache
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Endoscopic Endonasal Approach: A Surgical Technique for Hard-to-Reach Tumors

March 30, 2018

Endoscopic Endonasal Approach (EEA) is a technique that allows doctors to remove even very large tumors and lesions through a patient’s nose. Watch Now

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Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: brain, brain tumors, surgery
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Can Aspirin Lower Your Risk for Heart Attack and Stroke?

December 7, 2017

Learn how taking a daily aspirin can possibly lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: aspirin, aspirin for heart attack and stroke, heart attack, stroke