question-icon

What Is The General Success Rate Of Reducing AO Symptoms With One Of These Procedures?

default
Posted on Mon, 4 Aug 2025
Twitter Mon, 4 Aug 2025 Answered on
Twitter 5 hours ago Last reviewed on
Question : Hi, Dr. Spaho. Just a quick question. The AO on the right side has worsened and all I have tried is not helping much. The meds, etc. I am thinking about making an appt with a neurosurgeon who may want to try a procedure - such as gamma knife and I guess there are others. Two part question - are the risks high with this and also, what is the general success rate of reducing AO symptoms with one of these procedures? Thanks, doctor.
doctor
Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (25 hours later)
Brief Answer:
I think gamma knife surgery is a good option.

Detailed Answer:
Hello again, and thanks for the direct question.

I have read your question about trying the gamma-knife procedure for the atypical neuralgia.

In my opinion, it is a procedure worth trying because it is used often for trigeminal neuralgia with a success rate of around 80% in relieving significant symptoms. with no or minor risks.

It uses concentrated radiation with no effects on other structures.

The main adverse effect is reported to be new facial sensory symptoms caused by partial nerve injury.

I hope this helps.

Feel free to ask if you have further questions.
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. LAKSHMI
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho

Neurologist, Surgical

Practicing since :2004

Answered : 4493 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Doctor Now
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

179 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Is The General Success Rate Of Reducing AO Symptoms With One Of These Procedures?

Brief Answer: I think gamma knife surgery is a good option. Detailed Answer: Hello again, and thanks for the direct question. I have read your question about trying the gamma-knife procedure for the atypical neuralgia. In my opinion, it is a procedure worth trying because it is used often for trigeminal neuralgia with a success rate of around 80% in relieving significant symptoms. with no or minor risks. It uses concentrated radiation with no effects on other structures. The main adverse effect is reported to be new facial sensory symptoms caused by partial nerve injury. I hope this helps. Feel free to ask if you have further questions.