Dr. Minette du Preez
Neurosurgeon
Consultant , Graduation, Post Graduation, 25 years of experienceStellenbosch , South Africa
About Doctor
- Dr. Minette du Preez qualified as a neurosurgeon with a cum laude MMed (Neurosurgery) in 1994 from the University of the Free State.
- Her specializations are Spine Surgery, Joint Replacement Surgery, Brain Tumour Surgery and Minimally Invasive brain
Specialization
Neurosurgery
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Work Experience of Dr. Minette du Preez
Consultant
Education
- Graduation, 1987, University of the Free State
- Post Graduation, 1995, University of the Free State
Paper Published
- Plasmacytoma of the skull, NEUROSURGERY Vol.29, No.6, 1991
Location
Stellenbosch
South Africa
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A neurosurgeon is concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of patients with disorders of the brain, spinal cord and spinal column, and peripheral nerves within all parts of the body.
Typical symptoms like Partial or complete paralysis, Muscle weakness, Partial or complete loss of sensation, Seizures, Difficulty reading and writing, Poor cognitive abilities, Unexplained pain, and Decreased alertness.
The tests include the Blood test, urine test, Imaging tests such as an x-ray or MRI, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) test, Biopsy, electroencephalography (EEG) and electromyography (EMG).
Both neurologists and neurosurgeons treat people who have conditions that affect the nervous system. However, neurosurgeons operate surgically, whereas neurologists do not.
Yes, they treat many different diseases and conditions affecting the brain, spine, spinal cord and the peripheral nerves.