An Acoustic Neuroma is a tumor found in the area of the brain where the auditory (hearing) nerve enters the bony opening of the skull between the brain and the inner ear. The tumor arises in the vestibular nerve, which is involved in balance, and therefore the proper name is a vestibular schwannoma. These tumors are typically benign. People with Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF-2) commonly have acoustic neuromas. Because the treatment of acoustic neuromas is rarely urgent, patients should strongly consider obtaining second opinions prior to undergoing treatment. The chances of a good outcome are increased at larger centers treating a high volume of acoustic neuroma patients.
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