Dr. John D. Lipani offers a variety of treatments for brain and spine conditions, including arachnoid cyst surgery. Although the cause of arachnoid cysts is unknown, Dr. Lipani has the knowledge and expertise to treat arachnoid cysts and help improve patients' quality of life.
Found on the arachnoid membrane of the brain or the spine, arachnoid cysts have two classifications: primary arachnoid cysts and secondary arachnoid cysts. A primary arachnoid cyst can either form during gestation or it can form within the first month of an infant’s life. A secondary arachnoid cyst develops as a result of a head injury, meningitis or tumors. In either case, most arachnoid cysts do not cause any symptoms, but in some cases, symptoms of arachnoid cysts may include:
If untreated, arachnoid cysts may cause permanent or severe neurological damage as a result of cyst growth disturbing the membranes of the brain and/or spine. Dr. Lipani will use an ultrasound, CT scan or MRI scan to diagnose the cyst as well as offer a variety of treatment options for arachnoid cysts that are best suited for each patient.
For more information about arachnoid cysts or our arachnoid cyst treatment, contact the office of Dr. John D. Lipani at (609)-890-3400 today!
