Neurology is a branch of medicine that deals with the treatment and diagnosis of various diseases and conditions of the peripheral and central nervous system. This also includes the muscles, effector tissues, and blood vessels that are a part of or surrounds the nervous systems. The most significant tests done in neurology include electroencephalography, lumber puncture, MRI scan and Computed Axial Tomography.
Brain tumors are classified as slow growing, low or high – and can be life threatening as well, if left untreated. With options like radiation therapy and chemotherapy are available, brain tumor surgery is considered to be the last option. Nevertheless, the decision of going in for surgery depends on factors like the type, location and size of the tumor.
When a person is diagnosed with advanced kidney failure, the doctor may recommend hemodialysis. This is a medical procedure that helps to filter the blood by flushing out the waste products and toxins present in the blood. It also helps in restoring the balance of electrolytes. Sometimes, hemodialysis may also be recommended in cases like poisoning or drug overdose.