Medications are often used to prevent seizures. Those who recover from surgery may be mildly or severely neurologically impaired. If so, long-term rehabilitation therapy may be necessary. Unfortunately, some survivors are so neurologically impaired that long-term nursing care in a skilled nursing facility may be necessary. After surgery, many individuals have neurological impairment in consciousness level, motor skills and activities of daily living.
Seizure disorders are common, requiring medications for control.
After treatment, many individuals experience impaired motor coordination, making them more likely to have future injuries. Psychological counseling may be necessary for both the individual and his or her family. This is because many individuals may have problems with memory, judgment and attention span. Some of these changes may be permanent.