1 What a Vascular Brain Tumor Is

A vascular brain tumor develops in or around blood vessels within the brain, or carries an unusually rich blood supply. Depending on location, it can press on the pathways controlling movement and coordination — exactly what happened in this patient’s case, leading to complete paralysis of both legs.

2 Symptoms and Diagnosis

• Progressive weakness or paralysis
• Headaches that worsen over time
• Seizures or vision changes
• Loss of coordination or balance

The neurosurgical team at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram, diagnosed the vascular brain tumor after a comprehensive evaluation using MRI with contrast and cerebral angiography, and recommended immediate surgery.

3 The Surgery

Surgery for a vascular brain tumor involves a craniotomy, careful management of the blood vessels feeding the tumor, and removal guided by neuronavigation and intraoperative monitoring. The operation was performed successfully for this patient.

4 Recovery and Rehabilitation

Recovery from paralysis isn’t automatic — it requires structured physical rehabilitation to help the body relearn movement. With rehabilitation and follow-up care, this patient regained her ability to walk. She’s back home in Iraq today, living independently.

5 The Cost of Brain Tumor Surgery in India

Published figures for brain tumor surgery in India commonly range from $7,000 to $18,000 for international patients — compared to $150,000–$200,000 for a comparable procedure in the United States.

This is a general industry range, not a SHAZA quote. An accurate estimate requires a real neurosurgical evaluation.

6 Why Patients Choose Brain Tumor Surgery in India

• Deep neurosurgical experience with complex vascular tumor cases
• Hospitals carrying NABH or JCI accreditation
• Substantial cost savings without cutting corners — background on global neurological disease burden is available via the World Health Organization
• Faster access to surgery for time-sensitive neurological cases