Uncal Herniation
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Uncal herniation is a neurological emergency in which part of the temporal lobe of the brain (the uncus) shifts due to increased pressure inside the skull and compresses vital structures of the brainstem.
Common causes: It is usually a consequence of injuries, bleeding, or tumors that significantly raise intracranial pressure.
Common symptoms: It may show up with an altered level of alertness, a dilated pupil on only one side, weakness on one side of the body, and changes in breathing.
When to see a doctor? This is a situation that requires immediate medical attention. The neurosurgeon is the specialist who evaluates and manages this type of condition; in the face of neurological signs of sudden onset, seeking help without delay is essential.
Data on 55 doctors who treat uncal herniation
Which specialist treats uncal herniation?
Uncal herniation is the displacement of part of the brain due to increased intracranial pressure, a neurological emergency. A neurosurgeon is the specialist who evaluates and treats this condition. If you have sudden altered consciousness, a dilated pupil, or sudden weakness, seek care from this specialist immediately.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in uncal herniation
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. María Elena Córdoba Mosqueda
Dr. Lorena Ibañez
Frequently asked questions
What is uncal herniation?
Uncal herniation is a neurological emergency in which part of the temporal lobe of the brain (the uncus) shifts due to increased pressure inside the skull and compresses vital structures of the brainstem.
Which doctor treats uncal herniation?
Uncal herniation is the displacement of part of the brain due to increased intracranial pressure, a neurological emergency. A neurosurgeon is the specialist who evaluates and treats this condition. If you have sudden altered consciousness, a dilated pupil, or sudden weakness, seek care from this specialist immediately.