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[Bshems]

Hi all

Im new to this forum.

I was diagnosed with a 1.3 cm AN and am considering gamma knife . Has anyone undergone this procedure? Any feedback would be great..I am going to have a consultation with Dr Fuller who works at Macquarie university..thanks all

[Clarijohn]

My wife had gamma knife treatment six years ago at the age of 86. Her AN is 3cm and the treatment has stopped it growing and reduced its size slightly. A year ago the surgeon signed her off. She does have severe balance problems and walks with a rollator for support. Also occasional severe face aches, though these may be the result of the fact that she has a shunt because the AN had caused hydrocephalus. Generally she is very fit for her age and we consider the gamma knife to have extended her life.

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I've had mine 40 Years now, I weighed up the chances of the surgeon cockin it up..I've gone thru many stages. If they do cock it up u cud be very much worse off there are many nerves that can get accidentally cut. Your decision and you sign for it.