News of Bashkortostan – about the new method of treating tremor (MRI-guided focused ultrasound)
In Ufa, ultrasound is now being used to treat people with tremor—shaking of the limbs. Patients suffering from conditions such as Parkinson’s disease can now be helped without surgical interventions. The first operation in Russia was conducted online. The unique footage was provided to Vesti by the doctors themselves. Report by Anvar Aslyamova.
Some might think that drawing on a patient’s head is not aesthetic. But these lines are not for incisions; they are for making a special helmet. This operation will not involve surgical interventions or anesthesia. Everything will be done by focused ultrasound. Sabit Akhmetov has been suffering from Parkinson’s disease for several years. Severe hand tremor interferes with work and life in general. Previously, as an experienced veterinarian, he performed cesarean sections on animals himself. So, as soon as he learned there was still a chance to get rid of the ailment, he immediately seized the opportunity opportunity
— It’s a bit tight! — Then the fastenings can be slightly Move.
In online mode, Ufa doctors are being consulted by foreign specialists. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, they could not be present in person. The process is monitored by doctors using an MRI scanner. Focused ultrasound penetrates the patient’s head and locally affects intracerebral tissues. Therefore, utmost precision is crucial here accuracy
— It’s better to stick to the middle, capturing the edges within the necessary areas
— I think there should be no problems быть.
— Good, Good!
The chief physician of the clinic, neurosurgeon Rezida Galimova, is a person who decided to give a chance to people with Parkinson’s disease. Gathering years of experience, she was the first in Russia to test a new method for treating tremor. She was supported in this by her husband and colleague, who recorded the entire process on video process
Rezida Galimova, neurosurgeon
— We dreamed of a place where we could provide medical care that is not available in the republic or in Russia, and to offer it using the latest innovative methods treatment
Shamil Safin, Head of the Department of Neurosurgery and Medical Rehabilitation BSMU:
— It is prestigious that we were the first in Russia, but not only in implementing this technology. We were the first in the world to perform the operation online—with our colleagues from USA, Israel, Spain
The operation lasted several hours and was successful. The doctors managed to eliminate the tremor, which seems incredible to Sabit Sadykovich himself. He says his hands finally obey. Sabit Ahmetov:
— I returned to my childhood home, which needs restoration. And I can do it. Because now my hands are working! Thanks to your help, I feel Wonderful!
Based on the clinic itself, it is planned to create a training center for staff development and continue mastering advanced technologies. In the future, it will offer professional development for medical workers and student training Bashkir State Medical University
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Doctor - Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Ultrasound Diagnostics Doctor