Life Groenkloof Hospital Advancing Brain Tumour Surgery
At Life Groenkloof Hospital we are committed to quality patient care and outcomes. To this end, we constantly upgrade and improve our facility and embrace advanced appropriate technologies when they become available.
We are proud to announce the launch of our new intra-operative Magnetic Resonance Imaging (iMRI) theatre with a full array of neuro-navigation (computer-assisted technologies) and augmented reality modalities that help maintain our well-established neurosurgery unit at the cutting edge.
We aim to live our purpose of making life better for our patients undergoing brain surgery.
When You Need Brain Surgery – Choose Life
Life Groenkloof Hospital has an established history in cranial oncology. Our dynamic team of specialised neurosurgeons, oncologists, ear nose and throat and maxillo-facial head and neck surgeons are well equipped to manage the most complex of cases.
Our new, state-of-the-art, intra-operative MRI theatre, stands proudly within the already modern theatre complex, which is fully integrated with the most advanced neuroimaging, image guidance and augmented reality hardware and software currently available in the world.
As an established referral unit for patients with complex brain tumours, skull base tumours including head and neck oncology, Life Groenkloof Hospital’s ongoing commitment to the newest and latest technology ensures our patients’ surgery is optimised, thus improving tumour removal, reducing the need for additional surgeries, and ultimately increasing the chances of patients staying cancer-free.
Why Intra-operative MRI in Neurosurgery Theatre?
Intra-operative MRI refers to a setup in the operating room that allows doctors to take images during surgery. The real-time imaging allows specialists to assess the extent of tumour removal and reduce the likelihood of leaving any tumour tissue behind. It provides immediate feedback during surgery, allowing adjustments as needed. The goal is to maximise tumour removal while minimising damage to healthy brain tissue.
Advanced Technology When You Need It Most
Our team of neurosurgeons, neurologists and spinal surgeons at Life Groenkloof Hospital are committed to enhancing surgical precision. They are ready to utilise the iMRI which contributes to better patient outcomes and faster recovery, which means patients can spend more time on focussing on embracing life’s moments.
Life Healthcare has proudly facilitated this collaborative venture of clinical and technical experts to deliver a facility of world class standards, driving clinical excellence to achieve quality and precise outcomes. We are committed to making advanced technology available to our community as part of our purpose of making life better and delivering patient-centred care.
For further information call us on 012 424 3600. Learn more about Life Healthcare at www.lifehealthcare.co.za.
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