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Malay Mail
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- Malay Mail
Vinmec Central Park Performs Vietnam's First SEEG using AutoGuide Robotic Guidance System for a child diagnosed from refractory epilepsy
The patient recovered quickly after surgery. This marks the first time in Vietnam that robotic guidance has been used in pediatric epilepsy surgery, — a milestone that opens new possibilities for safer, less invasive, and highly precise treatment options for vulnerable patients. The case also highlights Vietnam's progress in approaching global standards in advanced epilepsy care. A 5-Year Search for Seizure-Free Sleep The patient, B.Q.K. (age 9, from Hanoi), began experiencing seizures in 2021. Despite various treatment regimens and adjustments both domestically and abroad, his condition failed to improve - sometimes experiencing dozens of seizures per day. For nearly five years, his family sought treatment at numerous medical centers in the hope of giving their child a peaceful night's sleep without seizures. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 30% of epilepsy patients are drug-resistant (1), meaning they do not respond to medication. For these patients, surgery resection of the epileptic zone is often the most effective option. However, accurately localizing the epileptogenic zone - especially in children - is extremely challenging when scalp EEG, MRI, or PET scans provide inconclusive findings. SEEG and AutoGuide: A Technological Duo to Precisely Locate the "Culprit" in the Brain Following a thorough multidisciplinary evaluation, doctors at Vinmec Central Park decided to use AutoGuide™ robotic navigation system to perform stereo-electroencephalography (SEEG) to accurately identify the epileptic zone. The robotic guidance ensured high accuracy, faster operative time, and reduced trauma to the brain. After seven days of SEEG monitoring, the epileptogenic zone was localized in the right orbitofrontal cortex and inferior frontal gyrus—areas densely packed with neural pathways and blood vessels. On June 17, 2025, the epileptic zone removal was performed by Dr. Truong Van Tri and his team at Vinmec Central Park, with technical support from Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shunsuke Nakae, an epilepsy specialist from Japan. The surgery was successful, with no postoperative neurological deficits. After more than one month of recovery, the patient resumed normal activities and play, with only two minor nocturnal seizures recorded - a reduction of over 95% compared to preoperative frequency. "For the first time, we achieved near-perfect outcome in pediatric epilepsy surgery thanks to AutoGuide™. This is a critical milestone, especially for young patients who are highly vulnerable to major brain surgery," said Dr. Tri. Vinmec: Advancing Neurology with Technology and International Integration This successful case exemplifies Vinmec's strategy to build centers of medical excellence through the integration of advanced technology, multidisciplinary expertise, and individualized treatment protocols. Vinmec has been ranked as the No.1 private hospital system in Vietnam for expatriates and international visitors, according to independent patient satisfaction surveys. Vinmec Central Park is currently one of the few healthcare facilities in Vietnam, placing Vietnam among the few countries in Asia to master this technique—narrowing the gap with global neurology leaders. (1) HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 July 2025 – A major breakthrough in Vietnam's neurological treatment was recently achieved as doctors at Vinmec Central Park International Hospital successfully performed surgery on a 9-year-old boy with drug-resistant epilepsy, utilizing the AutoGuide™ robotic Guidance system for SEEG marks the first time in Vietnam that robotic guidance has been used in pediatric epilepsy surgery, — a milestone that opens new possibilities for safer, less invasive, and highly precise treatment options for vulnerable patients. The case also highlights Vietnam's progress in approaching global standards in advanced epilepsy patient, B.Q.K. (age 9, from Hanoi), began experiencing seizures in 2021. Despite various treatment regimens and adjustments both domestically and abroad, his condition failed to improve - sometimes experiencing dozens of seizures per nearly five years, his family sought treatment at numerous medical centers in the hope of giving their child a peaceful night's sleep without to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 30% of epilepsy patients are drug-resistant, meaning they do not respond to medication. For these patients, surgery resection of the epileptic zone is often the most effective option. However, accurately localizing the epileptogenic zone - especially in children - is extremely challenging when scalp EEG, MRI, or PET scans provide inconclusive a thorough multidisciplinary evaluation, doctors at Vinmec Central Park decided to use AutoGuide™ robotic navigation system to perform stereo-electroencephalography (SEEG) to accurately identify the epileptic zone. The robotic guidance ensured high accuracy, faster operative time, and reduced trauma to the seven days of SEEG monitoring, the epileptogenic zone was localized in the right orbitofrontal cortex and inferior frontal gyrus—areas densely packed with neural pathways and blood vessels. On June 17, 2025, the epileptic zone removal was performed by Dr. Truong Van Tri and his team at Vinmec Central Park, with technical support from Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shunsuke Nakae, an epilepsy specialist from surgery was successful, with no postoperative neurological deficits. After more than one month of recovery, the patient resumed normal activities and play, with only two minor nocturnal seizures recorded - a reduction of over 95% compared to preoperative successful case exemplifies Vinmec's strategy to build centers of medical excellence through the integration of advanced technology, multidisciplinary expertise, and individualized treatment protocols. Vinmec has been ranked as the No.1 private hospital system in Vietnam for expatriates and international visitors, according to independent patient satisfaction Central Park is currently one of the few healthcare facilities in Vietnam, placing Vietnam among the few countries in Asia to master this technique—narrowing the gap with global neurology Hashtag: #Vinmec The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Vinmec Health System Vinmec is a nonprofit healthcare system founded by Vingroup, one of Vietnam's largest private conglomerates. With 9 international hospitals and 4 international clinics nationwide, Vinmec is committed to delivering international-standard healthcare through subspecialized care, personalized treatment, and cutting-edge medical technology. Vinmec Central Park in Ho Chi Minh City is the flagship hospital in the network and has been widely recognized as the top private hospital in Vietnam for expatriates and international patients, serving tens of thousands annually. The hospital excels across several specialties: Neurosurgery & Epilepsy: SEEG, robotic-guided surgery, brain tumor resection Oncology – Orthopedic Surgery – Cardiology – Advanced Obstetrics & Gynecology Allergy & Clinical Immunology: Vietnam's first and only center recognized as a Center of Excellence by the World Allergy Organization (WAO), in close partnership with Cleveland Clinic (USA) to develop precision medicine and chronic disease management programs 3D Medical Technology: Pioneer in 3D-printed titanium implants for complex orthopedic oncology reconstructions
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Boy, six, diagnosed with brain tumour after parents told he was just 'anxious'
A boy of six was diagnosed with a brain tumour after his parents were told for months that he was anxious over the arrival of his baby brother. Parents Amy Bott and Adam Brown said the "incredible" staff at Birmingham Children's Hospital saved their son Ethan's life after the mass was removed in a 12-hour emergency operation. It was identified as a low-grade, non-cancerous growth and he is now recovering at home, relearning how to walk, eat and write. READ MORE: First picture of Birmingham worker who died at industrial estate as police charge two men READ MORE: Birmingham bin strike latest after waste wagons delayed again at depots Ethan will need regular MRI scans and specialist care for five years and his parents, from Telford, aim to raise £5,000 for the hospital to show their gratitude. "He had three months of worsening symptoms and werre told constantly by doctors the symptoms were due to anxiety due to the arrival of his baby brother in February," the couple said. "Symptoms included ongoing headaches, panic attacks, behavioural changes, poor sleep and weakened muscles and coordination. "The symptoms were caused by the tumour but also a build-up of fluid on his brain due to the tumour blocking the flow of fluid to the brain stem (hydrocephalus). "On the day of diagnosis, we were sent via blue light ambulance from our local hospital in Telford to Birmingham Children's Hospital. "The next morning he was in for a 12-hour surgery to remove the tumour and ten days later we were given the news the tumour was low grade and non cancerous (polycytic astrocytoma). Thankfully they were able to remove the tumour due to its location. "We spent two-and-a-half weeks in hospital and have been home for four weeks where our son continues his rehabilitation. "He has had to learn everything from scratch again such as walking, eating and writing. He will also have regular MRI scans over the next five years and other ongoing care from Birmingham. "We're extremely grateful for the incredible staff and support of the hospital who saved Ethan's life. "It's been a hard six weeks but we feel incredibly lucky that the tumour was caught in time. We're now focussing on Ethan's healing and recovery which can take around six months. "We've set a goal to fundraise £5k for Birmingham Children's Hospital in the next 12 months. Amy also plans to donate profits from her business on an ongoing basis when she returns from maternity leave. "During our time in hospital, we met other families who are still in the trenches of treatment and recovery. We really hope these donations go on to help them and any other children who need the support of the hospital in future. "If you can help by donating or sharing this page it really would mean the world." To donate to the fund, click here.
