Microvascular Decompression
Microvascular decompression is the process of eliminating or relocating blood vessels related to the trigeminal root. The main benefit is to prevent the malfunctioning of the nerve. During this procedure, an incision is made behind the ear to remove any associated arteries and put a soft cushion between these vessels and the nerve. In some cases, your doctor would need to cut some parts of the trigeminal nerve. Microvascular decompression could be effective in alleviating pain. However, there would be some risks, such as a stroke, facial numbness, facial weakness, reduced hearing, and other side effects. [9]
