A Patient's Guide to Acoustic Neuroma
A Patient's Guide to Acoustic Neuroma

Author: Mark Knoblauch Phd

Publisher: Kiremma Press

Published: 2019-06-21

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9781732067486

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Acoustic neuroma, or vestibular schwannoma, is a benign tumor originating from the vestibulocochlear nerve located deep within the skull. Despite its benign nature, an acoustic neuroma can cause significant disruption to an affected patient's life including slowly worsening degrees of imbalance, hearing loss, and tinnitus. Thanks to significant advancements in medicine, acoustic neuroma patients are now afforded a variety of treatment options that include everything from monitoring the growth of the tumor to surgical removal. A Patient's Guide to Acoustic Neuroma is designed to serve as a comprehensive, practical reference guide for individuals affected by acoustic neuroma. In this book you will find a detailed overview of the inner-ear structures affected by acoustic neuroma as well as a summary of the latest research into the suspected causes and relevant symptoms of acoustic neuroma. In addition, the tools used in diagnosis of acoustic neuroma are outlined, along with details about the various treatment options available for patients and the resulting influence on a patient's quality of life. This book is designed to educate and empower those who are affected by acoustic neuroma. To do this, over 150 citations highlight the most recent research in the field while also recognizing the broad extent of research into acoustic neuroma that has been acquired over the past century. In doing so, patients can be armed with the most relevant information that can then be used to have informed and productive discussions with their medical provider.

The Surgical Guide to Acoustic Neuroma
The Surgical Guide to Acoustic Neuroma

Author: Dr Mary Daniels

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2022-09-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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He got sucker-punched, blindsided with something that only happens to other people. Actor David Shannon had a brain tumor. It was called an Acoustic Neuroma. In late 2007, he had surgery to have it removed. All should have gone well. It didn't. Gradually over the next two years, Shannon made one disturbing discovery after another that left his acting career and his former life in ruin. Hell in the Head is his story. With a knack for story-telling, Shannon takes us along on his medical misadventure with irreverent wit. As he weaves his way through his newly found post-surgery world, he shares heart-rending losses and his dashed hopes for recovery as well as stories of achievement and inspiration. From learning the bitter truth to running a half marathon to meeting Crookedsmile and others facing the same ordeal, Shannon tells the good and the ugly with the same wry humor that will have you laughing and crying at the same time. In the end, after a three-year-ride on a rollercoaster of emotional chaos, he presents an advocacy for improved care and counseling for Acoustic Neuroma patients. Hell in the Head is a story of wit and inspiration for all readers and a must read for Acoustic Neuroma patients and "posties."

Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery
Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery

Author: Mustafa K. Baskaya

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2019-01-01

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 3319992988

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This video guide increases the surgeon's understanding of all types of surgical approaches for vestibular schwannoma surgery: retrosigmoid, translabyrinthine, middle cranial fossa and combined approaches. 2D and 3D videos are included to increase the readers’ understanding of these complex surgical techniques. These are accompanied by step-by-step narrated cadaveric dissection videos showing the crucial steps of each approach. This book is a learning tool and video reference for those training to perform the procedure and enhances the readers understanding of neuroanatomy. A detailed review of all surgical options and their risks, along with tips, tenets and pitfalls is included. The authors provide an unbiased discussion of all options with balanced comparison between surgical approaches and algorithms for patient selection.

Acoustic Neuroma Survival Rate
Acoustic Neuroma Survival Rate

Author: Mario Surls

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2021-04-03

Total Pages: 94

ISBN-13:

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Acoustic neuroma is a rare noncancerous tumor, it can press on the facial nerve or brain structures or presses on the hearing and balance nerves in the inner ear. A Patient's Guide to Acoustic Neuroma book, it's very helpful for individuals affected by Acoustic Neuroma. It has an overview of the inner-ear structures affected, the symptoms of acoustic neuroma, also with details about the various treatment options available for patients and the resulting influence on a patient's quality of life. So that, patients can be armed with the most relevant information that can then be used to have informed and productive discussions with their medical provider.

Acoustic Neuroma
Acoustic Neuroma

Author: Durga Kumawat

Publisher: via tolino media

Published: 2023-05-12

Total Pages: 85

ISBN-13: 3757930215

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Acoustic Neuroma is a comprehensive guide that covers everything you need to know about this rare but life-changing condition. This book is a must-read for anyone who has been diagnosed with or knows someone affected by an acoustic neuroma. With clear and concise language, it explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acoustic neuroma, as well as the emotional and practical challenges associated with living with this condition. Whether you are a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this book will help you navigate the complex and often overwhelming world of this rare condition, providing you with the knowledge and support you need to make informed decisions about your treatment and care.

A Whole New Normal
A Whole New Normal

Author: Marla Bronstein

Publisher:

Published: 2013-09

Total Pages: 126

ISBN-13: 9780615852133

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When Marla Bronstein was first diagnosed with an Acoustic Neuroma, she, like many others, went straight to the internet. She found out what it was, treatment options, and read personal stories of resulting complications from long, frightening surgery. Marla wanted a map to help guide her through the months ahead of surgery that might show her a story with a happy ending. Marla wrote the book she wanted and needed so desperately to read. Marla's story is written with the hope that others might also find their path in dealing with any life-threatening and life-changing situation.

Modern Management of Acoustic Neuroma
Modern Management of Acoustic Neuroma

Author: Jean Régis

Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers

Published: 2008-01-01

Total Pages: 278

ISBN-13: 3805583702

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Acoustic neuroma outcomes have been greatly improved by advances in microsurgical techniques, and recently by the long-term application of radiosurgery, which has proven to be an appropriate, verifiable, and extremely clinically relevant treatment strategy. This volume brings together the latest opinions of outstanding physicians and surgeons who treat patients with acoustic neuromas, commonly known as vestibular neuromas. Since the days of Cushing, when partial tumor removal seemed the best method for saving a patient's life, the management of this relatively rare tumor has sparked enormous clinical interest. The book outlines the various stages in the evolution of vestibular schwannoma surgery and presents the full spectrum of current therapeutic possibilities. The novel concept of combining microsurgical with radiosurgical skills should eliminate problems such as facial palsy and hearing loss which were previously associated with the therapeutic management of these tumors. The excellent research findings published here by leading experts in the field will help neurosurgeons, otologists and radiation oncologists to understand the enormous strides made during the last two decades in vestibular schwannoma surgery and radiosurgery.

An Acoustic What? One patient's Acoustic Neuroma journey
An Acoustic What? One patient's Acoustic Neuroma journey

Author: Yvonne Tommis

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2008-02-01

Total Pages: 90

ISBN-13: 0955684803

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Just how did an uncontroversial and mild mannered piano teacher become the first UK patient to cross the Atlantic to be treated by Dr Gil Lederman using Fractionated Stereotactic Radiosurgery? The journey began in 1995 when I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumour; an acoustic neuroma. At the time I was advised to have it removed surgically; a long and complicated procedure with serious side effects. So I searched for a less intrusive treatment. It was a very lonely and difficult journey as friends and family wanted me to follow medical advice and have surgery. It took two years to find the treatment, during which time I was denied information, given misleading information and given false information. This book tells the medical and personal story. I hope it will help those who are facing difficult medical decisions, and their friends and family.

Medifocus Guidebook On: Acoustic Neuroma
Medifocus Guidebook On: Acoustic Neuroma

Author: Medifocus.com, Inc. Staff

Publisher: Medifocus_com Inc

Published: 2012-01-09

Total Pages: 125

ISBN-13: 1453750479

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The MediFocus Guidebook on Acoustic Neuroma is the most comprehensive, up-to-date source of information available. You will get answers to your questions, including risk factors of Acoustic Neuroma, standard and alternative treatment options, leading doctors, hospitals and medical centers that specialize in Acoustic Neuroma, results of the latest clinical trials, support groups and additional resources, and promising new treatments on the horizon. This one of a kind Guidebook offers answers to your critical health questions including the latest treatments, clinical trials, and expert research; high quality, professional level information you can trust and understand culled from the latest peer-reviewed journals; and a unique resource to find leading experts, institutions, and support organizations including contact information and hyperlinks. This Guidebook was updated on January 9, 2012.

Advances in Vestibular Schwannoma Microneurosurgery
Advances in Vestibular Schwannoma Microneurosurgery

Author: Luciano Mastronardi

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2019-01-25

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13: 3030031675

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This volume describes the most relevant and cutting-edge technological news on the complex surgical procedure of acoustic neuroma. The clinical-radiological diagnosis and surgical indications are briefly presented and the surgical technique is illustrated step-by-step: video clips show the latest means of treating these patients. All these indications were prepared by highly experienced experts in the field, based on their personal experience. The new technologies discussed concern e.g. the intraoperative identification and position of the facial nerve, hearing preservation, techniques for dural closure, and the usefulness of laser and ultrasound aspirators. The book also discusses a number of ongoing projects, including those on: diluted papaverine for microvascular protection of cranial nerves, flexible endoscope for IAC control of tumor removal, fluid cement for bone closure, administering aspirin to control residual tumors larger than 7mm, and DTI for preoperative prediction of the position of the facial nerve. This is a highly informative presented book providing surgeon interested in acoustic neuroma with necessary information on modern technologies available for improving the results of patients.