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Acoustic Neuroma

2019-12-16 17:16:05
Acoustic Neuroma of size 1.8 cm spotted. Considering age factor, we should study the tumour growth and then go for radio therapy or right away we should undertake the treatment ? Its a medium sized tumour. Please let us know
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It is best treated using Stereotactic Surgery or Gamma Knife

Answered2019-12-17 01:44:08

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