Neurology

Neurology is a branch of science that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the brain and nerves. The brain and its extensions, the nerves, play a central role in the regular functioning of all organs in our body. Therefore, early diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases is extremely important. Current scientific developments have made it necessary to classify neurological diseases and evaluate them in different disciplines.

The Most Common Neurological Diseases

• Migraine
• Vertigo
• Cerebrovascular diseases (stroke, paralysis)
• Epilepsy
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Parkinson's Disease
• Alzheimer's and similar dementia diseases
• Muscle diseases
• Sleep disorders

Devices Used in the Diagnosis of Neurological Diseases

In the diagnosis of neurological diseases Various devices are used and these devices are evaluated together with the clinical features and examination of the patient and the results are reached. Some of these devices:

• Cranial MRI
• Cranial CT
• EMG (Electromyography)
• EEG (Electroencephalography)
• Doppler USG

Of the above-mentioned examinations, EEG and EMG are performed by the neurology department. are examinations performed within the body.

EEG

It is an examination method in which data obtained by transferring the electrical functions of the brain to a paper or, more commonly today, to a digital environment is evaluated. EEG is mostly used in the diagnosis and follow-up of epilepsy, but is also useful in the diagnosis of different neurological diseases.

EMG

It is used in the diagnosis of diseases at the connection points of nerve fibers, muscles and spinal cord and in the diagnosis of interruptions in signal transmission in nerve fibers. For example, it is used in the diagnosis and follow-up of nerve fiber damage caused by diabetes and in the diagnosis and follow-up of wrist canal syndrome (carpal tunnel syndrome), which is characterized by numbness in the hands. EMG is also useful in the diagnosis of many neurological diseases that affect nerve fibers, muscles, and the spinal cord.

Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

The exact cause of MS is unknown. It is a chronic disease that occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks and damages the sheaths surrounding the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. This condition usually progresses in attacks. Depending on the damaged nerve:

• Vision loss or blurring in one eye,
• Weakness or numbness on one side of the body may occur.

MS is usually seen in young adults and is one of the most common causes of disability in this age group, especially after trauma in North America. New research in our country shows that the incidence of MS is increasing.

Since the disease can be confused with many neurological diseases, early diagnosis and treatment is very important in terms of preventing disability. A neurologist experienced in MS must make the correct diagnosis and plan the treatment in line with current guidelines.

Our hospital stands out with its experienced staff, equipment and treatment units, especially in MS. In addition, the examination, diagnosis and treatment of other neurological diseases are carried out using all the possibilities of current medicine and state-of-the-art laboratory methods.