Effective treatment for a variety of conditions

Since its introduction, the Gamma Knife has been used worldwide to successfully treat patients with a wide range of brain abnormalities. Specifically, the Gamma Knife may be the treatment option of choice for many who have the following indications:

Benign Tumors Acoustic neuromas Meningiomas Pituitary tumors Hemangioblastomas, chordomas and pineal tumors	Malignant Tumors Metastases Glial tumors Ocular melanomas
Functional Disorders Intractable pain Trigeminal neuralgia Parkinson's disease Epilepsy	Vascular Disorders Arteriovenous malformations Cavernous malformations

An extraordinary and extraordinarily simple procedure.

At first, patients are given a short series of advanced diagnostic procedures, which determine the precise location of the target within the brain. These tests may include x-rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, computed tomography (CT) scans or angiograms. Once completed, the radiological images enable the treatment team to formulate the best radiation dosage and treatment time.

After treatment, patients are returned to their room and will probably spend the night for observation. In most cases, patients can return to normal activities within 24-48 hours of the Gamma Knife procedure.

A procedure that's safe and effective.
Patients can take great comfort when they arrive at Wyoming Valley Gamma Knife Center. That's because Gamma Knife surgery boasts a long history of safety as well as effectiveness. More than 25 years of research and clinical use attest to the Gamma Knife's success. Worldwide, more than 400,000 children and adults have experienced significant medical benefits from it. Meanwhile, the risks of traditional brain surgery – such as hemorrhage, infection and stroke – are avoided. You should also know the Wyoming Valley Gamma Knife Center is certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, and the Gamma Knife is FDA-approved and meets all safety requirements of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.