Neurosurgery is a medical specialty focused on the surgical treatment of disorders affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system.
Neurosurgeons use advanced techniques and technology to perform delicate, life-saving surgeries, often working closely with neurologists for diagnosis and post-surgical care.
| Aspect | Neurology | Neurosurgery |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | Medical specialty that deals with diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system without surgery. | Surgical specialty focused on treating conditions of the brain, spine, and nerves through operative procedures. |
| Scope | Diseases affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles (like epilepsy, Parkinson’s, migraines, multiple sclerosis). | Surgical treatment of neurological conditions like brain tumors, spinal cord injuries, aneurysms, and herniated discs. |
| Treatment Approach | Non-surgical – relies on medication, therapy, and lifestyle management. | Surgical – involves operations and procedures to correct or manage neurological issues. |
| Professionals | Neurologist (a medical doctor who specializes in neurology) | Neurosurgeon (a specially trained surgeon for brain, spine, and nerve surgeries) |
| Common Overlap | Stroke, headaches, seizures, spine disorders. Often co-manage patients. | May operate on patients initially seen by neurologists. |
