Case Study: Brain Surgery (Functional Stereotaxy) for Stroke

Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery (Functional Stereotaxy) for Stroke

Patient Information:

• Name: Yu Tian
• Diagnosis: Post-stroke Sequelae (Quadriplegia)
• Date of Birth: January 1, 1949
• Gender: Male
• Country: China

Medical Condition before Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery (Functional Stereotaxy) for Stroke:

• Admitted to Beijing Puhua International Hospital due to stroke-related sequelae
• Suffered from quadriplegia after a cerebral infarction
• Pre-treatment symptoms:
  • Poor speech clarity, difficulty communicating
  • Muscle weakness in the neck, unable to raise head
  • High muscle tension
  • Muscle strength: Arms (3/5), Legs (3/5)
  • Impaired spatial awareness and orientation
  • Irritability, memory difficulties
  • Swallowing difficulties

Treatment Plan:
A multidisciplinary approach was implemented, including:

1. Stereotactic treatment for neural repair and regeneration:
   • Stereotactic brain repair treatment
   • Neural growth factors injection
2. Medical improvement of neural function and metabolism
3. Combined Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and rehabilitation therapy

Medical Condition after Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery for Stroke:

• Post-treatment improvements:
  • Muscle tension returned to normal or near-normal levels
  • Improved muscle strength: Upper limbs (4/5), Lower limbs (5/5)
  • Better walking ability with crutches, and improved gait patterns:
    • Longer strides
    • Faster and steadier pace
    • Ability to stand on one foot
  • Enhanced speech clarity and communication abilities
  • Improved facial expressions, appearing younger and more animated
  • Increased leg mobility and improved range of motion