Vestibular Schwannoma Flashcards
1
Q
where are these tumours most commonly found?
A
posterior fossa between cerebellum and pons (cerebellum-pontine angle)
2
Q
define
A
benign tumour of the 8th cranial nerve sheath that can extend into the internal auditory meatus
3
Q
presentation
A
asymmetrical hearing loss with tinnitus
imbalance
unlikely to cause vertigo as slow growing
4
Q
examination signs
A
loss of corneal reflex
sensorineural hearing loss
vertigo
tinnitus
5
Q
what is this acoustic neuroma associated with?
A
neurofibromatosis 2
6
Q
diagnosis of vestibular schwannoma
A
MRI
7
Q
management
A
observation
radiation
surgery
