Brain Surgery Without Incision

UAMS has a reputation for staying at the forefront of medical technology. Our dedication to finding the most up-to-date care for our patients led us to the Gamma Knife Perfexion^TM, the next generation in non-invasive brain surgery.

UAMS is the only facility in Arkansas that has the Gamma Knife Perfexion system, which treats brain tumors using stereotactic radiosurgery. The Gamma Knife precisely targets the tumor site and is able to reach tumors with ease anywhere in the brain. It is even capable of delivering stereotactic radiosurgery in the cervical spine.

This revolutionary new system is designed to treat patients with brain disorders, including:

• Benign and malignant primary tumors
• Metatastatic tumors 
• Vascular malformations
• Trigeminal neuralgia (a chronic pain condition that causes extreme, sporadic, sudden burning or shock-like face pain)
• Epilepsy 

With the Gamma Knife, you will have not have any incisions or general anesthesia. Anesthesia is given sometimes in cases involving young children or patients with a high anxiety level. Typically, you may leave the hospital the same day or the day after your procedure, making it cost-effective for you compared to open surgery.

Our UAMS healthcare team who uses the Gamma Knife Perfexion system includes radiation oncologists, neurosurgeons and physicists.

For more information or to find out if this treatment option is right for you, please call 501-686-5270.

About the Gamma Knife

About the Procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are a doctor who has a patient with trigeminal neuralgia and wish a consult, please call 501-686-5270.