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'''For the WikiDoc page for this topic, click [[Meningioma|here]]''' | '''For the WikiDoc page for this topic, click [[Meningioma|here]]''' | ||
{{Meningioma (patient information)}} | {{Meningioma (patient information)}} | ||
'''Editor-in-Chief:''' [[C. Michael Gibson]], M.S.,M.D. | '''Editor-in-Chief:''' [[C. Michael Gibson]], M.S.,M.D. '''Associate Editor-In-Chief:''' {{IO}} Jinhui Wu, M.D. | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Meningiomas are the most common benign tumors of the brain (95% of benign tumors), | Meningiomas are the most common [[benign]] [[Tumor|tumors]] of the [[brain]] (95% of [[benign]] [[Tumor|tumors]]), although some may be [[malignant]]. It arises from the [[meninges]] which surround the [[brain]] and [[spinal cord]]. A small meningioma causes no significant signs. With the enlargement of the [[tumor]], patients may present with symptoms like changes in vision, for example seeing double or blurriness, [[headache]], [[hearing loss]]/[[tinnitus]], memory loss, etc. A meningioma doesn't always require immediate treatment as [[asymptomatic]] patients can be managed conservatively. Treatment for [[symptomatic]] meningiomas include [[surgery]], [[Radiation therapy|radiation]], and a combination of both. | ||
==What are the | ==What are the Symptoms of Meningioma?== | ||
Early meningioma does not have any symptoms. As the | Early meningioma does not have any symptoms. As the tumor grows, people may notice one or more of the following symptoms: | ||
:*Changes in vision, such as seeing double or blurriness | :*Changes in vision, such as seeing double or blurriness | ||
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:*[[Headache]] | :*[[Headache]] | ||
:*Hearing loss | :*[[Hearing loss]] | ||
:*Memory loss | :*Memory loss | ||
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:*[[Seizures]] | :*[[Seizures]] | ||
:*Weakness in the arms or legs | :*[[Weakness]] in the arms or legs | ||
:*Neurological deficits | |||
:*Behavioral changes | |||
:*Loss of the sense of smell | |||
==Who is at | Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should visit the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible. | ||
==What Causes Meningioma?== | |||
At the moment, there are no exact causes of meningioma. | |||
==Who is at Highest Risk?== | |||
Clinical data has suggested that the development of meningioma is related to several factors. | Clinical data has suggested that the development of meningioma is related to several factors. | ||
:*Radiation treatment: Clinical data suggests that head radiation therapy increase the risk of developing meningioma. | :*[[Radiation]] treatment: Clinical data suggests that head [[radiation]] therapy increase the risk of developing meningioma. | ||
:*An inherited nervous system disorder: Studies show the | :*An [[inherited]] [[nervous system]] disorder: Studies show the disorder [[Neurofibromatosis type II|neurofibromatosis type 2]] increases the risk of meningioma and other [[Brain tumor|brain tumors]]. | ||
:*Female hormones: As a tumor common in women than men, doctors believe that female hormones may play an important role in developing meningioma. | :*Female [[Hormone|hormones]]: As a [[tumor]] common in women than men, doctors believe that female [[Hormone|hormones]] may play an important role in developing meningioma. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
:*Computed tomography (CT) scan: CT scans are often used to diagnose meningioma. It can confirm the location of the tumor and show other brain | :*[[Computed tomography]] (CT) scan: [[Computed tomography|CT scans]] are often used to diagnose meningioma. It can confirm the location of the [[tumor]] and show the relation of the [[tumor]] to other [[brain]] structures. These are helpful for determining the stage and whether [[surgery]] is a good treatment option. | ||
:*Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): An MRI uses magnetic fields but it is a different type of image than what is produced by computed tomography (CT) and produces detailed images of the body. Like computed tomography (CT), a contrast agent may be injected into a patient’s vein to create a better picture. It is a very valuable test for meningioma. | :*[[Magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI): An [[Magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]] uses magnetic fields but it is a different type of image than what is produced by [[computed tomography]] (CT) and produces detailed images of the body. Like [[computed tomography]] (CT), a [[contrast agent]] may be injected into a patient’s vein to create a better picture. It is a very valuable test for meningioma. | ||
==When to | ==When to Seek Urgent Medical Care?== | ||
A meningioma doesn't always require immediate treatment. And a small, slow-growing meningioma without any signs or symptoms may not require treatment. But call your health care provider if symptoms of meningioma developes. | A meningioma doesn't always require immediate treatment. And a small, slow-growing meningioma without any signs or symptoms may not require treatment. But call your health care provider if symptoms of meningioma developes. | ||
==Treatment | ==Treatment Options== | ||
Patients with meningioma have many treatment options. The options are surgery, radiation therapy, and a combination of | Patients with meningioma have many treatment options. The options are [[surgery]], [[radiation therapy]], and a combination of both. Before treatment starts, ask your health care team about possible [[side effects]] and how treatment may change your normal activities. [[Side effects]] may not be the same for each person, and they may change from one treatment session to the next. | ||
:*Surgery: If the patient | :*[[Surgery]]: If the patient presents with signs and symptoms of meningioma, [[surgery]] is recommended. | ||
:* | :*[[Radiation therapy]]: [[Radiation therapy]] is recommended if your meningioma can't be completely removed. The aim is to destroy any remaining meningioma cells and reduce the opportunity to recur. And a specific type of [[Radiation therapy|radiation]] treatment is called [[radiosurgery]], which aims several beams of powerful [[Radiation therapy|radiation]] at a very precise point. [[Radiosurgery]] can be selected for people whose meningiomas can not be removed with conventional [[surgery]] or whose meningiomas recur. | ||
==Where to find medical care for Meningioma?== | ==Where to find medical care for Meningioma?== | ||
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[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q={{urlencode:{{#if:{{{1|}}}|{{{1}}}|meningioma}}}}&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=65.008093,112.148438&ie=UTF8&ll=37.0625,-95.677068&spn=91.690419,149.414063&z=2&source=embed Directions to Hospitals Treating meningioma] | [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q={{urlencode:{{#if:{{{1|}}}|{{{1}}}|meningioma}}}}&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=65.008093,112.148438&ie=UTF8&ll=37.0625,-95.677068&spn=91.690419,149.414063&z=2&source=embed Directions to Hospitals Treating meningioma] | ||
==Prevention | ==Prevention== | ||
There are no methods established for the prevention of meningioma. | |||
==What to | ==What to Expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?== | ||
The [[prognosis]] of meningioma depends on the extent of the resection during [[surgery]] and the histological grade of the [[tumor]]. A poorer survival rate may be seen in patients of advanced age, male patients, black race, [[malignant tumors]], and patients with no initial treatment. | |||
==Possible Complications== | |||
Complications may arise from meningioma. Complications like increased [[intracranial pressure]] which could lead to [[headache]] and [[vomiting]], brain edema around the [[tumor]], [[hydrocephalus]], [[stroke]], etc. | |||
==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
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[[Category:Oncology patient information]] | [[Category:Oncology patient information]] | ||
[[Category:Mature chapter]] | [[Category:Mature chapter]] | ||
[[Category:Up-To-Date]] | |||
[[Category:Oncology]] | |||
[[Category:Medicine]] | |||
[[Category:Neurology]] | |||
[[Category:Neurosurgery]] | |||
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Editor-in-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S.,M.D. Associate Editor-In-Chief: Ifeoma Odukwe, M.D. [1] Jinhui Wu, M.D.
Overview
Meningiomas are the most common benign tumors of the brain (95% of benign tumors), although some may be malignant. It arises from the meninges which surround the brain and spinal cord. A small meningioma causes no significant signs. With the enlargement of the tumor, patients may present with symptoms like changes in vision, for example seeing double or blurriness, headache, hearing loss/tinnitus, memory loss, etc. A meningioma doesn't always require immediate treatment as asymptomatic patients can be managed conservatively. Treatment for symptomatic meningiomas include surgery, radiation, and a combination of both.
What are the Symptoms of Meningioma?
Early meningioma does not have any symptoms. As the tumor grows, people may notice one or more of the following symptoms:
- Changes in vision, such as seeing double or blurriness
- Memory loss
- Weakness in the arms or legs
- Neurological deficits
- Behavioral changes
- Loss of the sense of smell
Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should visit the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.
What Causes Meningioma?
At the moment, there are no exact causes of meningioma.
Who is at Highest Risk?
Clinical data has suggested that the development of meningioma is related to several factors.
- An inherited nervous system disorder: Studies show the disorder neurofibromatosis type 2 increases the risk of meningioma and other brain tumors.
Diagnosis
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): An MRI uses magnetic fields but it is a different type of image than what is produced by computed tomography (CT) and produces detailed images of the body. Like computed tomography (CT), a contrast agent may be injected into a patient’s vein to create a better picture. It is a very valuable test for meningioma.
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care?
A meningioma doesn't always require immediate treatment. And a small, slow-growing meningioma without any signs or symptoms may not require treatment. But call your health care provider if symptoms of meningioma developes.
Treatment Options
Patients with meningioma have many treatment options. The options are surgery, radiation therapy, and a combination of both. Before treatment starts, ask your health care team about possible side effects and how treatment may change your normal activities. Side effects may not be the same for each person, and they may change from one treatment session to the next.
- Radiation therapy: Radiation therapy is recommended if your meningioma can't be completely removed. The aim is to destroy any remaining meningioma cells and reduce the opportunity to recur. And a specific type of radiation treatment is called radiosurgery, which aims several beams of powerful radiation at a very precise point. Radiosurgery can be selected for people whose meningiomas can not be removed with conventional surgery or whose meningiomas recur.
Where to find medical care for Meningioma?
Directions to Hospitals Treating meningioma
Prevention
There are no methods established for the prevention of meningioma.
What to Expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
The prognosis of meningioma depends on the extent of the resection during surgery and the histological grade of the tumor. A poorer survival rate may be seen in patients of advanced age, male patients, black race, malignant tumors, and patients with no initial treatment.
Possible Complications
Complications may arise from meningioma. Complications like increased intracranial pressure which could lead to headache and vomiting, brain edema around the tumor, hydrocephalus, stroke, etc.