Question 1

What is an acoustic neuroma?

Accepted Answer

It is a benign tumor that originates in the vestibular nerve, which is related to balance and hearing.

Question 2

What symptoms does it cause?

Accepted Answer

It can cause hearing loss, ringing, balance disorders, instability and, in large tumors, involvement of other cranial nerves.

Question 3

What is one of the most important goals of the surgery?

Accepted Answer

In addition to tumor resection, one of the fundamental goals is to preserve the function of the facial nerve, which is responsible for the movements of the face.

Question 4

Do you use intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring?

Accepted Answer

Yes. During surgery we use continuous neurophysiological monitoring of the facial nerve to maximize its functional preservation.

Question 5

Why is it important to preserve the facial nerve?

Accepted Answer

Facial function has an enormous impact on quality of life, expression and facial symmetry. That is why we prioritize not only tumor resection, but also the best possible functional outcome.

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