66-Year-Old Woman Recovers Fully with Advanced Brain Stimulation Technology
Udaipur – In a remarkable medical success, a 66-year-old woman suffering from terrifying and unusual visual hallucinations has been completely cured using advanced brain stimulation technology at Pacific Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Umarda. The treatment was carried out using Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive neurostimulation method.
The woman began experiencing vivid hallucinations—seeing snakes, lions, and giant humans around her—about six months after a successful cataract surgery. Despite being aware that these frightening visions were not real, the episodes disturbed her significantly, affecting her sleep and mental well-being.
Doctors at PIMS diagnosed her with Charles Bonnet Syndrome, a rare condition in which the brain creates vivid visual hallucinations due to vision loss. According to specialists, the patient could still recognise real objects and people, but was simultaneously tormented by these fabricated images.
Initial tests, including MRI scans, memory checks, and neurological assessments, came back normal. Anti-psychotic medications were prescribed but had no effect. The patient was then referred to the Psychiatry Department at PIMS, where Professor Dr. Praveen Khairkar coordinated with ophthalmologists to confirm the diagnosis.
As there is no definitive medication for Charles Bonnet Syndrome, Dr. Khairkar and his team opted for Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS). The treatment targeted the occipital lobe—the part of the brain responsible for visual processing. After just 10 sessions, the woman’s hallucinations disappeared entirely. Her sleep returned to normal and her fear subsided completely.
Dr. Khairkar noted that this case demonstrates how neuro-modulation technology can offer new hope when traditional treatments fail. The patient’s relieved family expressed their gratitude to PIMS Director Ashish Agarwal, Sheetal Agarwal, and Dr. Praveen Khairkar for the successful treatment.
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