Patient Recovery
Gamma Knife treatment results become apparent gradually. Vascular malformations disappear over a period of months or years; brain tumors that stop growing upon treatment may take months to shrink. Trigeminal Neuralgia abates gradually. Patient progress is monitored through follow-ups with their doctor.

Upon completion of the treatment, the bed automatically slides away from the shielded sphere.

The patient is removed from the frame and helmet, and may be discharged within an hour or may spend the night in the hospital for observation. Gamma Knife treatment side effects are minimal, although patients may experience nausea or temporary recurrence of symptoms. These conditions usually abate within 24 hours. Patients are able to resume normal activities soon after being discharged.