61. Acoustic Neuroma. An acoustic neuroma is a type of benign tumour that grows in the canal connecting the brain to the inner ear. Symptoms acoustic neuroma. An http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Acoustic_neuroma?

62. Mayo Clinic: Acoustic Neuromas - Information And Treatment Options Mayo Clinic provides information on acoustic neuroma treatment. Treatment of acoustic neuroma at Mayo Clinic. (Synonyms Acoustic tumor). http://www.mayoclinic.org/acousticneuroma/

Home About Mayo Clinic Contact Us Mayo Clinic Locations: Arizona Florida Minnesota Mayo Clinic ... Medical Services Acoustic Neuroma Acoustic Neuroma Treatment Appointments Clinical Trials Research ... Medical Services Treatment of Acoustic Neuroma at Mayo Clinic (Synonyms: Acoustic tumor) An acoustic neuroma is a slow growing, benign (noncancerous) tumor of the eighth cranial nerve, usually near the point where the nerve leaves the skull and enters the bone structure of the inner ear. The tumor can be a serious threat because it is located near some vital brain structures. There are three treatment options: monitoring of tumor growth with periodic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans removal by surgery radiation treatment (also called radiotherapy) Which option is best depends on the size of the tumor and the age and general health of the patient. The two important considerations in treatment are preserving the facial nerve and saving hearing, whenever possible. Treatment at Mayo is a combined effort of hearing specialists (otologists) and neurosurgeons. About Mayo Clinic Contact Mayo About This Site Search ... Home

63. Treatment Of Acoustic Neuroma, Mayo Clinic In Rochester, Minn. Treatment of acoustic neuroma at Mayo Clinic in Rochester. acoustic neuromas are Treatment for acoustic neuroma. The treatment of http://www.mayoclinic.org/acousticneuroma-rst/

Home About Mayo Clinic Contact Us Mayo Clinic Locations: Arizona Florida Minnesota Mayo Clinic ... Medical Services Acoustic Neuroma Acoustic Neuroma Treatment Symptoms and Diagnosis Causes Appointments ... Medical Services Treatment of Acoustic Neuroma at Mayo Clinic in Rochester Acoustic neuromas are typically slow-growing tumors that develop on a portion of the 8th cranial nerve that connects the inner ear to the brain. A more correct term for the tumor is "vestibular schwannoma." This is because the tumors arise from the vestibular portion of the 8th nerve from schwann cells that form the insulation around the nerve cells. Acoustic neuroma was the original name given to these tumors before their true origin and cell type was defined. These tumors continue to be known by this incorrect term. (It will be used on these pages.) Approximately 2,500 people are diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma every year in the United States. Most acoustic neuromas are found in patients between the ages of 30 and 60. Although there is an inherited condition called neurofibromatosis which can lead to the development of bilateral acoustic neuromas, most occur spontaneously without any evidence of being inherited. As the tumor grows along the vestibular nerve it may cause this nerve to quit working, resulting in imbalance or even vertigo (the sensation that the room is spinning). As it grows further, it may compress the portion of the 8th nerve responsible for hearing and cause hearing loss, ringing in the ear or complete deafness on the side of the tumor.

64. Xray2000 acoustic neuroma. Definition Symptoms of acoustic neuroma Early symptoms are easily overlooked, thus making diagnosis a challenge. However http://www.xray2000.f9.co.uk/radpath/a/acoustic_neuroma.htm

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65. ANA Website 2 acoustic neuroma Association of Wisconsin Inc. The acoustic neuroma Association of Wisconsin Inc. The acoustic neuroma Association of Wisconsin Inc. http://www.globaldialog.com/~becktw/

Acoustic Neuroma Association of Wisconsin Inc. The Acoustic Neuroma Association of Wisconsin Inc. is a non-profit support group organized by volunteers to help people whose lives have been affected by Acoustic Neuroma. Any person, from the newly diagnosed to those who may be many years after surgery are invited to join the group for emotional support and help in dealing with questions, concerns and physical and emotional adjustments. Family members are encouraged to join and share support with others who have had similar experiences. Health care professionals are invited to participate. The Acoustic Neuroma Association of Wisconsin Inc. is affiliated with the national organization: Acoustic Neuroma Association P.O. Box 12402 Atlanta, Georgia 30355-2402 http://www.anausa.org anausa@aol.com E-Mail Us anawis@cheesestate.com Background. buttons and images from: T hanks to GLOBAL DIALOG INTERNET S Internet Service Edited With Arachnophilia Best experienced with Click here to start.

66. Acoustic Neuroma acoustic neuroma. An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumor involving cells of the myelin sheath that surrounds the vestibulocochlear nerve (eighth cranial nerve). http://www.ehendrick.org/healthy/000013.htm

MAIN SEARCH INDEX Acoustic neuroma Definition Description Causes and symptoms Diagnosis ... Resources Definition An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumor involving cells of the myelin sheath that surrounds the vestibulocochlear nerve (eighth cranial nerve). Description The vestibulocochlear nerve extends from the inner ear to the brain and is made up of a vestibular branch, often called the vestibular nerve, and a cochlear branch, called the cochlear nerve. The vestibular and cochlear nerves lie next to one another. They also run along side other cranial nerves. People possess two of each type of vestibulocochlear nerve, one that extends from the left ear and one that extends from the right ear. The vestibular nerve transmits information concerning balance from the inner ear to the brain and the cochlear nerve transmits information about hearing. The vestibular nerve, like many nerves, is surrounded by a cover called a myelin sheath. A tumor, called a schwannoma, can sometimes develop from the cells of the myelin sheath. A tumor is an abnormal growth of tissue that results from the uncontrolled growth of cells. Acoustic neuromas are often called vestibular schwannomas because they are tumors that arise from the myelin sheath that surrounds the vestibular nerve. Acoustic neuromas are considered benign (non-cancerous) tumors since they do not spread to other parts of the body. They can occur anywhere along the vestibular nerve but are most likely to occur where the vestibulocochlear nerve passes through the tiny bony canal that connects the brain and the inner ear.

67. InteliHealth: Acoustic Neuroma crossreferenced in an AZ format. acoustic neuroma. Health A to Z, Reviewed by the Faculty of Harvard Medical School acoustic neuroma http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/9407.html

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69. Acoustic Neuroma Patient acoustic neuroma patient William Read provides a firstperson account of his experience at the UM Gamma Knife Center. http://www.umm.edu/gammaknife/william_read.html

Gamma Knife Center Indications and Results Treatment Process Treatment Team ... Pituitary Tumor Patient Gamma Knife Center th Patient, Provides a First-Person Account of His Experience By William Read Sue and William Read vacationing in Tahiti The medical staff removed the frame from my head immediately following the treatments. However, before removing the frame they took a picture of me for their records and were kind enough to provide me a copy. After the treatment my wife, Sue, who had spent the entire day with me to lend support, met me at the waiting room in the Gamma Knife Center. I was provided with a free ride to the same day surgical center for an overnight recuperation. After the Surgery Once I arrived at my room I was provided with a meal that was surprisingly tasteful and filling. I say surprisingly only because I always hear rumors about food provided at hospitals. I was cautioned that I might have a headache as a result of the pressure from the head frame. I did have a headache but it wasn't unbearable and I did not need pain medication. I awoke the morning after my surgery, ate breakfast, and was given instructions on how to treat the small wounds where the head frame was screwed to my skull. I left the hospital to spend the day relaxing and reflecting with friends the experience I had at University of Maryland Medical Center. I returned to work the following morning. I am anxious to learn the results of my procedure in October when I have my next MRI and consultation with Dr. Eisenberg.

70. ► Acoustic Neuroma Spanish acoustic neuroma. known. However, acoustic neuroma is often linked with the genetic disorder neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2). http://www.umm.edu/ency/article/000778.htm

Disease Nutrition Surgery Symptoms Injury ... Z Maryland Medical Center Programs Home Medical Reference Encyclopedia (English) Toggle English Spanish Acoustic neuroma Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention Definition: An acoustic neuroma is a benign , noncancerous, often slow-growing tumor of the nerve which connects the ear to the brain (8th cranial or auditory) nerve. Alternative Names: Vestibular schwannoma; Tumor - acoustic; Cerebellopontine angle tumor; Angle tumor Causes, incidence, and risk factors: These tumors are thought to arise when there is a defect in a certain tumor suppressor gene, which normally prevents tumors from occurring. The cause of the genetic defect is not known. However, acoustic neuroma is often linked with the genetic disorder neurofibromatosis type 2 Acoustic neuromas are relatively uncommon in general, but they are one of the most common types of brain tumors. They affect approximately 1 out of 100,000 people per year. The tumor is most commonly located at the base of the brain, where the auditory nerve leaves the skull cavity and enters the bony structure of the inner ear. Central nervous system Review Date: 5/17/2002 Reviewed By: Elaine T. Kiriakopoulos, M.D., MSc, Department of Neurology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard University, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

71. CancerBACUP : Acoustic Neuroma This section is about a type of brain tumour called acoustic neuroma. It describes what possible side effects. Search. acoustic neuroma. http://www.cancerbacup.org.uk/Cancertype/Brain/Typesofbraintumour

@import "/stylesheet-site.css"; Search Acoustic Neuroma This section gives information about a specific type of brain tumour called an acoustic neuroma, sometimes referred to as a schwannoma or neurilemoma. It should ideally be read with CancerBACUP's general information about brain tumours , which gives more details and puts it into context. You may also want to discuss it with a nurse or doctor involved in your treatment. What is an acoustic neuroma? Who gets an acoustic neuroma? What causes acoustic neuroma? Signs and symptoms ... Your feelings What is an acoustic neuroma? Cells within the brain normally grow in an orderly and controlled way, but if for some reason this order is disrupted, the cells continue to divide and form a lump or tumour. This may be benign, where the cells do not spread from the original site, or malignant (cancerous), where the cells invade and destroy surrounding tissue and may spread to other parts of the brain. You may find it helpful to refer to the diagrams in the brain tumours section. Most brain tumours are named after the cells from which they develop. An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumour that develops in the acoustic or auditory nerve, which is responsible for hearing. It starts from schwann cells which line the nerve and is therefore called a schwannoma. It is usually a slowly growing tumour and does not spread from the original site within the brain.

72. Encyclopaedia Topic : Acoustic Neuroma, Section : Introduction NHS Direct Online Health Encyclopaedia. acoustic neuroma. Search. Help. It usually affects one side of the head only. acoustic neuromas usually grow very slowly. http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/en.asp?TopicID=496

73. Acoustic Neuroma acoustic neuroma. 90% of CP angle tumors; age 3560. isodense mass, mild enhancement; widened IAC. Charles E. Kahn, Jr., MD - 2 February http://chorus.rad.mcw.edu/doc/00745.html

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74. Acoustic Neuroma Hello! If you are reading this page, you have probably been referred by the acoustic neuroma Patient Archive Organization. If you http://users.aol.com/inventmd/neuroma.html

Hello! If you are reading this page, you have probably been referred by the Acoustic Neuroma Patient Archive Organization. If you consider yourself an objective, open-minded individual capable of forming educated opinions, please read this letter in its entirety. This letter is a response to the Archive Editor, Dina Goldin, of the Acoustic Neuroma Patient Archive Organization after their inclusion of my name in their acoustic neuroma “Hall Of Shame” web page. There has been no incident or problem relating to patient care. The organization simply did not agree with my web page information on acoustic neuromas (taking offense over the lack of detailed information about radiation therapy) and thus, without finding out any more information about the way I take care of patients, subjected to me to public ridicule via their web page. Here's the letter: Dear Archive Editor, Dina Goldin, Without doubt, I believe that your intentions are well-meaning. However your methods are misguided and quite frankly dangerous. Posting the names of physicians on a web site labeled "Hall of Shame" is a very serious matter.

75. HealthCentral - General Encyclopedia - Acoustic Neuroma acoustic neuroma. The cause is unknown, however, there is a high association of acoustic neuroma with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2). http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/000778.cfm

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76. Acoustic Neuroma acoustic neuroma. An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumor involving cells of the myelin sheath that surrounds the vestibulocochlear nerve (eighth cranial nerve). http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/acoustic_neuroma.html

Encyclopedia Index A Home Encyclopedia Encyclopedia Index A Acoustic neuroma Definition An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumor involving cells of the myelin sheath that surrounds the vestibulocochlear nerve (eighth cranial nerve). Description The vestibulocochlear nerve extends from the inner ear to the brain and is made up of a vestibular branch, often called the vestibular nerve, and a cochlear branch, called the cochlear nerve. The vestibular and cochlear nerves lie next to one another. They also run along side other cranial nerves. People possess two of each type of vestibulocochlear nerve, one that extends from the left ear and one that extends from the right ear. The vestibular nerve transmits information concerning balance from the inner ear to the brain and the cochlear nerve transmits information about hearing. The vestibular nerve, like many nerves, is surrounded by a cover called a myelin sheath. A tumor, called a schwannoma, can sometimes develop from the cells of the myelin sheath. A tumor is an abnormal growth of tissue that results from the uncontrolled growth of cells. Acoustic neuromas are often called vestibular schwannomas because they are tumors that arise from the myelin sheath that surrounds the vestibular nerve. Acoustic neuromas are considered benign (non-cancerous) tumors since they do not spread to other parts of the body. They can occur anywhere along the vestibular nerve but are most likely to occur where the vestibulocochlear nerve passes through the tiny bony canal that connects the brain and the inner ear.

77. Acoustic Neuroma acoustic neuroma. An acoustic neuroma is a benign (noncancerous) tumor that starts in the cells that wrap around the auditory (hearing) nerve in the head. http://www.cedars-sinai.edu/5189.html

Home Medical Dictionary Contact Us About Us ... Acoustic Neuroma Acoustic Neuroma An acoustic neuroma is a benign (noncancerous) tumor that starts in the cells that wrap around the auditory (hearing) nerve in the head. These tumors may grow on one or both sides of the brain. Acoustic neuromas account for about seven percent of all skull tumors. Acoustic neuromas are a form of schwannoma, a tumor that originates in the cells that form a protective sheath around the body's nerve fibers. They are also known as vestibular schwannomas. Symptoms In the early stages, symptoms may include: Loss of hearing Ringing in the ears Dizziness Vertigo Cause and Risk Factors The cause and risk factors for acoustic neuromas are not yet known. Diagnosis When the condition is found early, doctors may order a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan and hearing tests, which may include a special technique to test nerve impulses as they travel to the brain. Treatment When tumors are small, they can be removed by microsurgical procedures, avoiding damage to the facial nerve. For larger tumors, extensive surgery may be needed. Stereotactic radiosurgery is also used to treat acoustic neuromas.

78. Neurology - Acoustic Neuroma Treatments/Programs. acoustic neuroma. Alzheimer s Disease. Trigeminal Neuralgia. Printer friendly option Email to a friend Questions? acoustic neuroma. http://www.cedars-sinai.edu/2994.html

Home Medical Dictionary Contact Us About Us ... Trigeminal Neuralgia Acoustic Neuroma Acoustic neuroma is a benign (noncancerous) tumor that starts in the cells that wrap around the auditory (hearing) nerve in the head. This type of tumor accounts for about 7% of all skull tumors. Early symptoms may include loss of hearing, ringing in the ears, dizziness and vertigo. Diagnosis When the condition is detected early, doctors may order a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan and conduct hearing tests, which may include a special technique to test nerve impulses as they travel to the brain. Treatment When tumors are small, they can be removed through microsurgical procedures, avoiding damage to the facial nerve. For larger tumors, extensive surgery may be needed. Back to Top Terms and Conditions

79. LINAC For Acoustic Neuromas Radiation necrosis of the brain tissue around the acoustic neuroma or meningioma can cause a variety of neurological complications, depending on the location http://www.csb.ufl.edu/patient/acoustic.html

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA SHANDS NEUROLOGICAL CENTER Pre-LINAC Evaluation for Acoustic Neuromas Acoustic neuromas and meningiomas are the lesions second most commonly treated with the LINAC Scalpel at the University of Florida Shands Neurological Center. Acoustic neuromas and meningiomas must be less than 3.5 cm in diameter to be treated with the LINAC Scalpel. Acoustic neuromas and meningiomas that have been partially removed or that have recurred after surgical removal also can be treated with the LINAC Scalpel. Referring physicians should send actual CT and MRI films, as well as hospital and office records, to the University of Florida, College of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery. Risks of LINAC Treatment There is no known acute risk of radiosurgical therapy, which allows patients to be treated on an outpatient basis. About 50 percent of AN's treated result in shrinkage of the tumor, and about 40 percent of AN's treated remain the same. Less than 10 percent of AN's treated continue to grow. Facial nerve and/or trigeminal nerve symptoms develop in about 3 percent of AN patients. Radiation necrosis of the brain tissue around the acoustic neuroma or meningioma can cause a variety of neurological complications, depending on the location of the lesion. This occurs in less than 5 percent of acoustic neuroma and meningioma patients.

80. AllRefer Health - Acoustic Neuroma (Angle Tumor, Cerebellopontine Angle Tumor, T acoustic neuroma (Angle Tumor, Cerebellopontine Angle Tumor, Tumor Acoustic, Vestibular Schwannoma) information center covers causes, prevention, symptoms http://health.allrefer.com/health/acoustic-neuroma-info.html

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