In this chapter, I describe the details and key steps in maximizing safety and efficiency while minimizing complications during MVD operations for trigeminal neuralgia. My technique has …

Nov 4, 2025 · Microvascular decompression is a surgery that helps stop nerve pain caused by blood vessels pressing on nerves. Your provider may recommend it for conditions like …

Microvascular decompression (MVD), also known as the Jannetta procedure, [1] is a neurosurgical procedure used to treat trigeminal neuralgia (along with other cranial nerve …

What Is Microvascular Decompression? Microvascular decompression is a surgery to treat trigeminal neuralgia. A neurosurgeon relieves pressure (typically from a blood vessel) around …

Apr 3, 2025 · Dr. Sekula is a leading expert in trigeminal neuralgia and microvascular decompression (MVD), a microsurgical technique used to treat TN by relieving the pressure on …

MVD works by relieving pressure on the trigeminal nerve caused by a nearby blood vessel—often the root cause of the pain. Unlike other treatments that focus on blocking pain signals, MVD …

Read more about microvascular decompression surgery for trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm at UPMC, a world leader in neurosurgery.

Jan 4, 2025 · Microvascular decompression is a highly effective surgical treatment for trigeminal neuralgia. By addressing the root cause of the condition—vascular compression of the …

It is frequently caused by a blood vessel putting pressure on the glossopharyngeal nerve. Trigeminal neuralgia is the most common of the three conditions listed above and also the …

Mar 1, 2025 · Microvascular decompression (MVD) is the gold standard for treating drug-resistant classic trigeminal neuralgia (dcTN), with endoscopy enhancing surgical precision through …