Overview
Definition
Benign tumor of the vestibulocochlear nerve (CN VIII).
Epidemiology
Varies globally. Often age and lifestyle dependent.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Schwann cell proliferation.
Clinical Symptoms
- Unilateral sensorineural hearing loss
- tinnitus
- vertigo.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- MRI Brain with contrast.
Management
- Observation
- Surgical resection
- Stereotactic radiosurgery.
Complications
- Facial nerve paralysis
- brainstem compression.