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My brother may have to go for brain surgery for epileptic seizures what are the side effects, what can we expect, any chance he won't come out if it?
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Depends: Depends on the surgical site and age of the patient, need additional information to give you a more precise answer.
Answered 4/9/2016
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It is brain surgery: Every brain surgery does present risks. Even under the best circumstances it has some danger. Nowadays the risks are much lower than in years past but it is not completely risk free. He can have anything happen including stroke, paralysis or death. The likelihood is he will do well and not have a problem.
Answered 4/9/2016
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