Case Study: Brain Surgery (Functional Stereotaxy) for Stroke

Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery (Functional Stereotaxy) for Stroke

Patient Information:

• Name: Kitte Drivenes
• Diagnosis: Post-stroke Sequelae (Right-side Basal Ganglia Cerebral Infarction)
• Date of Birth: November 1, 1958
• Gender: Female
• Country: Norway

History and Initial Presentation:
Kitte is a 63-year-old woman who was admitted to Beijing Puhua International Hospital presenting with left-sided limb movement disorders following a right-side basal ganglia cerebral infarction over two years ago.

Medical Condition before Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery:

• Fatigued easily
• Bilateral pupils equal, reactive to light; left: right = 3:3 mm
• Slow gait with assistance from walking stick
• Left upper limb paralysis and impaired finger movement
• Muscle strength in the left limbs ranged from I-III (0-5 scale)
• Increased muscular tension in the left upper and lower limbs

Treatment Plan:
Upon admission, a multidisciplinary approach was implemented:

1. Stereotactic operation under local anesthesia with radiofrequency nerve adjustment treatment
2. Nerve growth factor implantation
3. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) therapy
4. Rehabilitation therapy

Medical Condition after Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery for Stroke:

• General condition improved, with increased energy levels
• Able to lift left arm and move fingers soon after surgery
• Easier, faster gait; able to walk longer distances without walking stick
• Improved muscle strength and reduced muscular tension in both arms and legs

Post-Discharge:
Kitte recorded a video before discharge to share her positive experience with the minimally invasive brain surgery at Beijing Puhua International Hospital and to inspire others considering similar treatments.