Schwannoma
Schwannomas can be either benign or malignant tumors of peripheral nerves. Benign schwannomas are also called neurilemmomas. Schwannomas can occur anywhere in the body, but are found most frequently in the head and neck region and the extremities. Schwannomas affect women more frequently than men. They occur most commonly in the third to sixth decades of life. Symptoms vary according to site, but usually the tumor usually presents as a solitary, painless, neck mass. Airway obstruction, voice change or difficulty swallowing are also possible symptoms. Surgical excision is the treatment of choice. Local recurrences are infrequent.
| Service Name | Appointment |
|---|---|
| Adult Neurosurgery - Peripheral Nerve Surgery Program | 734-936-7010 |
