Case Study: Cerebral Palsy

Minimally Invasive Brain Repair for Cerebral Palsy

Patient Information:

• Name: Keyi Tang
• Diagnosis: Cerebral Palsy (CP)
• Date of Birth: January 1, 2012
• Gender: Female
• Country: China
• Treatment: Stereotactic brain repair treatment, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and physical therapy

History:
Keyi Tang was admitted to Beijing Puhua International Hospital on January 17, 2011, at the age of 9 for treatment. Her condition resulted from anoxic brain damage during delivery.

Medical Condition Prior to Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery (Functional Stereotaxy) for Cerebral Palsy:
Before undergoing minimally invasive brain surgery for her CP, Keyi's condition was poor:

• Weak neck muscles with limited head control and frequent head tilting
• Limited joint mobility and difficulty performing simple activities like standing or walking

Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery for Cerebral Palsy:
After admission, the following medical protocols were implemented:

• Stereotactic treatment to repair injured neural cells
• Medical improvement of cerebral circulation, nutrition, and metabolism
• Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) therapy
• Rehabilitation therapy and symptomatic/supportive care

Medical Condition after Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery for Cerebral Palsy:
Keyi's overall condition improved significantly:

• Improved head control with better neck muscle strength
• Enhanced joint mobility and better performance of simple activities
• Able to walk independently for approximately 20 meters with assistance
• Further improvements expected with continued rehabilitation

Case Study: Cerebral Palsy

Hadi Abdul's Journey with Minimally Invasive Brain Repair for Cerebral Palsy

Patient Information:

• Name: Hadi Abdul
• Diagnosis: Cerebral Palsy (CP)
• Date of Birth: December 17, 2009
• Gender: Male
• Country: Nigeria
• Treatment: Stereotactic brain repair treatment, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and physical therapy

History:

On February 14, 2011, Hadi Abdul was admitted to Beijing Puhua International Hospital due to "postnatal retardation in speech, intelligence, and mobility." He was diagnosed with cerebral palsy upon admission.

Medical Condition Upon Admission:

• Poor response to external stimuli
• Limited head control; unable to turn his head or follow moving objects
• Frequent involuntary limb movements
• Muscle tone abnormally high, leading to stiffness and reduced flexibility
• Difficulty swallowing and chewing; required feeding tube for nutrition
• Seizures, although infrequent
• Requires assistance for balance and support while sitting

Treatment Plan:

• Stereotactic treatment to repair injured neural cells
• Medical intervention to improve cerebral circulation, nutrition, and metabolism
• Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) therapy
• Rehabilitation therapy and symptomatic/supportive care

Post-Treatment Progress:

(June 23, 2011)

• Improved response to external stimuli
• Able to turn head and follow moving objects
• Reduced involuntary limb movements with normalized muscle tone
• Enhanced balance control; able to sit unassisted for up to 10 minutes
• Improved swallowing and chewing abilities; no longer requires feeding tube

(October 10, 2011 – July 2, 2012)

• Further improved balance and strength in leg muscles; able to stand flat-footed with heels down
• Increased head control while sitting; better concentration on visual stimuli like television
• Improved hand movements; better response to external stimuli and communications
• Reduced seizure frequency; infrequent or no longer occurring
• Better ability to clear throat and take medication independently

Follow-up Letter from Hadi's Mother (July 2, 2012):

Dear Dr. Zheng,

I hope this letter finds you in good health. It has been some time since we last communicated, but I wanted to update you on Hadi's progress.

The rehabilitation treatment for Hadi has truly made a difference. He no longer exhibits the unusual seizure-like reactions where he opens his mouth and folds his hands. He now wiggles his toes and can stand straight with help, showing improved leg muscle strength.

Hadi can sit independently with his head held up and concentrate on watching television. He even laughs at people on TV and reacts to sudden movements! His swallowing has improved significantly, allowing him to eat, chew, and swallow food without difficulty.

His hands still require improvement in sensitivity, but he moves them better now. We are hoping for further understanding when we communicate with him.

Overall, Hadi's condition has vastly improved, with people around us giving positive feedback on his progress.

I would greatly appreciate your advice on how to further assist Hadi's hand sensitivity recovery.

Our love and regards to all the doctors and staff at Beijing Puhua International Hospital, especially Dr. Li.

Looking forward to hearing from you soon,

Gloria (Hadi's Mother)

Case Study: Cerebral Palsy

Chua Kah Wei's Journey with Minimally Invasive Brain Repair for Cerebral Palsy

Patient Information:

• Name: Chua Kah Wei
• Diagnosis: Cerebral Palsy (CP)
• Date of Birth: January 1, 2010
• Gender: Male
• Country: China
• Treatment: Stereotactic brain repair treatment, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and physical therapy

History:

Patient Chua Kah Wei was a 25-month-old boy from China who was admitted to Beijing Puhua International Hospital on December 6, 2010. His CP was caused by anoxic brain damage due to the umbilical cord being twisted around his neck during delivery.

After one month of treatment, Patient Chua Kah Wei was discharged on January 5, 2011.

Medical Condition Prior to Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery (Functional Stereotaxy) for Cerebral Palsy:

Upon admission, Patient Chua Kah Wei's condition was poor. He could not sit steadily and had difficulty sitting up or turning his body over unassisted. His muscle tone was high when irritated, with limited mobility and range of motion, making simple physical activities challenging.

Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery for Cerebral Palsy:

After admission, the following medical protocols were applied:

• Stereotactic treatment to repair injured neural cells
• Improvement of cerebral circulation, nutrition, and metabolism
• Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapy
• Rehabilitation therapy
• Symptomatic and supportive treatment

Medical Condition after Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery for Cerebral Palsy:

Following the treatment combined with rehabilitation therapy, notable improvements were observed in this young patient:

• Muscle tone decreased from 4/5 to 3/5, significantly increasing his mobility
• Basic modes of activity were established before his discharge

Case Study: Cerebral Palsy

Angelina's Journey with Minimally Invasive Brain Repair for Cerebral Palsy

Patient Information:

• Name: Angelina
• Diagnosis: Cerebral Palsy
• Date of Birth: January 1, 2010
• Gender: Female
• Country: Argentina
• Treatment: Stereotactic brain repair treatment, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and physical therapy

Medical History:

Angelina, a sweet 4-year-old girl, was robbed of many opportunities due to her brain condition following a serious fever. At the age of 1, she suffered a high fever for two days, resulting in convulsions, multiple organ failure, and loss of consciousness. She required resuscitation but subsequently became obtunded and unable to stand or walk.

Medical Condition Prior to Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery (Functional Stereotaxy):

The fever had caused brain damage, leading to frequent seizures daily. Angelina could only produce simple syllables like "D" or "M." Her overall physical condition was poor; she could barely hold her head up straight for short periods. Prolonged bedrest resulted in hip joint dislocations due to shallow hips and high muscle tone in her legs, with her torso and legs always extended. She had a foot drop condition, making standing and walking nearly impossible. Flexion contractures in her arms and hands prevented grasping.

Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery for Cerebral Palsy:

Upon admission, medical protocols were implemented, including stereotactic treatment to repair injured neural cells, improving cerebral circulation, nutrition, and metabolism, combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), rehabilitation therapy, and supportive care.

Medical Condition after Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery:

Angelina's condition improved significantly:

• Seizures reduced to 2-3 brief and mild events per day
• Improved sleep and appetite
• Increased eye contact, faster visual tracking, and enhanced responses to verbal interactions
• Began producing single-syllable words ("eh," "ah," "da")
• More emotional responses; reacted to her mother's moods
• Muscle tone improved, allowing for increased physical activity:
  • Arms reaching
  • Fingers bending and stretching in both hands
  • Knees and hips bending (enabling sit-up assistance)