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ACOUSTIC NEUROMA
Definition
A non-cancerous tumour on the main nerve leading from the inner ear to the brain.
(vestibular schwannoma) is a benign tumor that develops on the balance (vestibular) and hearing
treatment
chemotherapy
radiation
phathophysiology
It grows slowly from an overproduction
Schwann cells and is also called a vestibular
is a rare noncancerous tumor
schwannoma
The tumor then presses on the hearing and balance
nerves in the inner ear
Nursing care plan
to reduce pain post operative
to monitor hearing functioning
To explore the common complications
Diet therapy
dairy products
fruits and vegetables
Low Carb Diet
Risk factors
a parathyroid neuroma, which is a benign tumor of the thyroid.
exposure to low levels of radiation during childhood.
loud noises.
Diagnostic test
computerized tomography (CT)
audometry
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
ECG
Causes
face and neck radiation.
constant exposure to loud noise
Complications
Ringing in the ear
Difficulties with balance.
Facial numbness and weakness.
Hearing loss.
Surgery
suboccipital craniotomy
performed to remove an acoustic neuroma growing from the nerve
Sings and symptoms
reduced sensation of touch
hearing loss
pins and needles
rapid involuntary eye movement
balance disorder or dizziness
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