Serious complications from an MVD include Death (.1%), Stroke (1%), Hearing loss (3%) and facial weakness (.5%). Other complications include leakage of spinal fluid and wound infection (1%). Most patients will have transient neck pain and stiffness from the surgical incision and from seeding of the spinal fluid with small amounts of blood. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microvascular_decompression
The success rate is over 90%, so you have nothing to worry about really. There are complications with all surgeries. MVD has less of a chance of causing complications then male neo-natal male circumcision and that is performed on a regular basis on baby boys in hospitals, which I wish it wasn't because it is a violation of the baby boy's human rights and is an unnecessary procedure, but that is a different discussion.
I have spoken with Dr. Janetta, the man who created this procedure, and he successfully performed MVD on a 22 month old once. So he knows what he is doing. Just make sure you find someone who is very good at performing MVD, such as Dr. Janetta. I am going to get it done in a month or so. Don't let the videos of the procedure on the internet scare you out of the doing the procedure.
I highly doubt you will experience any side-effects/complications months after the procedure. All of the complications above occur pretty close to when the procedure was done or immediately after the procedure was done.
Approximately 3-4% of full-term male infants are born with undescended testes. In most cases, the testes will descend on their own within the first few months of life, but if they do not, medical intervention may be necessary to prevent complications.
The elderly, young children, pregnant women, and individuals with compromised immune systems are at higher risk of complications from influenza. These groups are considered to be the most common victims of the flu.
anti measles vaccine is given at 9 months of age because before that the child has already got anti measles antibodies derived from her mother and the vaccine would be unable to elicit the response. At 9 months , we assume (in case of developing nations) that there are no maternal antimeasles antibodies left
It is generally recommended to wait at least six months after recovering from mono with symptoms of jaundice and an enlarged spleen before drinking alcohol. This timeframe allows your liver and immune system to fully recover and reduces the risk of complications or aggravating residual symptoms. However, it is best to consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice based on your specific health condition.
There are approximately 64 weeks in 16 months. Sixteen months is one year and 4 months.
The exact length of recovery from this surgical procedure depends on the number of complications you encounter. The usual time is around six to seven months.
The retina can become detached by the surgery if this part of the eye has any weakness when the procedure is performed. This may not occur for weeks or months.
An x-ray procedure known as esophagography is usually performed at two months, six months, and one year of age to monitor the digestive function as the child grows
Within 2 months from the procedure.
It can be but to avoid worry and complications you should have it checked out to be sure.
4 is the answer.
In September 1987, Carson performed a procedure to attempt to separate a pair of German Siamese twins who were 7 months old, who were joined at the back of the head without sacrificing either of the twins' lives.He was the lead surgeon on the team which took part in this complex procedure
Depending upon the severity and potential complications, it can vary from days to months.
He died of complications from a ruptured abdominal aoric aneurysm he had suffered from for four months.
Lap band Surgery will produce tangible results which can be notices within months of having the procedure done. Most people are very impressed with the results.
Yes, it is recommended to renew your Indian passport if it is expiring in 6 months to avoid any travel complications or issues.
Depends on the lending institution but the S.O.P. (Standard Operating Procedure) for most is 3 months.