Brain tumours
Brain tumours may be malignant or benign. The symptoms caused by tumours vary depending on which part of the central nervous system the tumour is located in. The first symptom can be e.g. epileptic seizure, paralysis or any other neurological symptom.
Brain Injury Centre
Paediatric brain tumours
Brain tumours are the second most common form of cancer among children, but they are still rather rare. Our hospital treats less than 10 paediatric patients with a brain tumour yearly.
Neurology ward
At the Neurology ward, we examine and care for patients with neurological diseases and symptoms. Typical health problems of our patients are disturbances of the blood circulation of the brain (stroke), brain tumours, epilepsy, inflammatory diseases of the central or peripheral nervous…
Neurocenter Outpatient Clinic, U-hospital
We are responsible for the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of patients with neurological conditions and brain injuries involving persons over the age of 16.
Organisation and operations of the Centre of Excellence in Neuromodulation Therapies
The Turku University Hospital Centre of Excellence in Neuromodulation Therapies implements, coordinates and develops neuromodulation operations and scientific research in Southwest Finland in several fields of specialised medical care.
Clinical Neurophysiology
We examine the electrical activity of the brain, sensory systems, nerves and muscles, as well as sleep and alertness. We monitor the nervous system and musculature during surgery and intensive care, and perform non-invasive neuromodulation treatments.
Neurocenter Outpatient Clinic, Loimaa
We are responsible for the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of patients with neurological conditions and brain injuries involving persons over the age of 16 who live in the Loimaa area.
Neurocenter Outpatient Clinic, Salo
We are responsible for the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of patients with neurological conditions and brain injuries involving persons over the age of 16 who live in the Salo area.