Acoustic Neuroma
Acoustic Neuroma, also known as neurofibromatosis, is a rare and dangerous brain tumor that develops from nerve cells. It is characterized by the formation of a non-cancerous tumor that grows on the nerve fibers, leading to a wide range of symptoms such as hearing loss, balance problems, and facial weakness. The exact cause of Acoustic Neuroma is not known, but it is thought to be related to the inherited genetic mutation. The most common type of Acoustic Neuroma is called "sphenoid" type, which develops most commonly in people with the condition known as NF2 (Familial Paroxysmal hearing loss). Treatment typically involves a combination of surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. The prognosis varies depending on the severity of the tumor and the individual's overall health, but in general , the five-year survival rate is around 70%. It is important to seek early diagnosis and treatment for Acoustic Neuroma, as the prognosis is generally better with early intervention. If you suspect you or someone you know may have this condition, it is important to consult with a doctor or neurologist as soon as possible.

List of Doctors: Acoustic Neuroma

Yang Yi | Professor, Chief Physician, Master Tutor at Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Yi Yang
Professor, Chief Physician, Master Tutor
Department of Neurosurgery
Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Gao Jun | Assistant To The Chief, Deputy Chief Physician at Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Jun Gao
Assistant To The Chief, Deputy Chief Physician
Department of Neurosurgery
Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Bao Yuhai | Chief Physician at Beijing Xuanwu Hospital
Yuhai Bao
Chief Physician
Department of Neurosurgery
Beijing Xuanwu Hospital
Guo Hongchuan | Deputy Chief Physician at Beijing Xuanwu Hospital
Hongchuan Guo
Deputy Chief Physician
Department of Neurosurgery
Beijing Xuanwu Hospital
Liang Jiantao | Deputy Chief Physician at Beijing Xuanwu Hospital
Jiantao Liang
Deputy Chief Physician
Department of Neurosurgery
Beijing Xuanwu Hospital
Jiang Shu | Chief Physician, Professor, Deputy Director at West China Hospital of Sichuan University
Shu Jiang
Chief Physician, Professor, Deputy Director
Department of Neurosurgery
West China Hospital of Sichuan University