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Vestibular Schwannoma (Acoustic Neuroma) and Neurofibromatosis

Description

Publication Year: 2010
Type: Federal resource, Online Publication
Language: English
Website: http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing/acoustic_neuroma.htm

A vestibular schwannoma (also known as acoustic neuroma, acoustic neurinoma, or acoustic neurilemoma) is a benign, usually slow-growing tumor that develops from the balance and hearing nerves supplying the inner ear. This brochure discusses this condition, how it is diagnosed and treated, the different kinds of vestibular schwannomas, what is being done about it and where to go for more information.

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Source

National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders Information Clearinghouse, NIDCD, NIH, HHS
1 Communication Avenue
Bethesda MD 20892-3456

Phone: 800-241-1044
Toll-free Phone: (800) 241-1044 (voice)

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