Acoustic Neuroma
Acoustic neuroma (also called vestibular schwannoma, acoustic neurinoma, or acoustic neurilemoma) is a benign slow growing tumor that forms in the inner ear. The noncancerous growths occur when the body produces an excessive amount of Schwann cells, which normally surround nerves to form a protective and insulating layer. Acoustic neuromas form around the nerves that assist with balance and hearing and can cause patients to have difficulty in these areas.
Brain Tumors
Diagnosis of a brain tumor can cause great distress to an individual and their family due to the possible serious complications involved with the disease. Brain tumor surgery is certainly not without risk because of potential damage to healthy brain tissue during surgery. Therefore, it is desirable to treat brain tumors by using the least invasive means possible.
Metastatic Brain Tumors
Cancer that begins in one part of the body and spreads to the brain is referred to as a metastatic brain cancer. Some of the cancer cells may be carried to the brain by the blood or lymphatic fluid, or may spread from adjacent tissue. 10-30 percent of cancer patients eventually develop brain metastases during the course of their illness and it is the most frequent cause of intracranial mass lesions due to inflammation and tumor growth within the skull.
Metastatic Spinal Tumors
The term “spinal tumor” refers to a range of growths that can form in, on, or around the spinal column. Metastatic spinal tumors are typically tumors that form as a result of a remote primary cancer that has metastasized or spread to the spine.
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Trigeminal neuralgia (also called TN or tic douloureux) is a neurological condition characterized by sudden, sharp, stabbing or lancinating pain in the face, usually localized to one side. The pain usually lasts a few seconds, but it can become constant over time. Episodes are often triggered by touch or sensory stimuli, and everyday activities can cause trigeminal neuralgia pain – such as touching the face, brushing one’s teeth, kissing, eating, or shaving.
Metastatic Lung Cancer
When lung cancer spreads or metastasizes to the brain it is important for the patient to be aware of all treatment options in addition to the risks and benefits of each. Treatment options generally include radiation therapy, radiosurgery, surgery, or a combination of these treatments. Steroids are often administered to help relieve swelling caused by these brain tumors.
Metastatic Colon Cancer
When colon cancer spreads or metastasizes to the brain it is important for the patient to be aware of all treatment options in addition to the risks and benefits of each. Treatment options generally include radiation therapy, radiosurgery, surgery, or a combination of these treatments. Steroids are often administered to help relieve swelling caused by these brain tumors.
Metastatic Breast Cancer
Metastatic breast cancer to the brain occurs when breast cancer spreads or metastasizes to the brain. It is important for the patient to be aware of all treatment options in addition to the risks and benefits of each. Treatment options generally include radiation therapy, radiosurgery, surgery, or a combination of these treatments.
Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Metastatic Prostate Cancer to the Brain occurs when prostate cancer spreads (metastasizes) to the brain. Patients should be aware of all treatment options and their risks and benefits. Treatment options generally include radiation therapy, radiosurgery, surgery, or a combination of these treatments.
Metastatic Renal Cell Cancer
When renal cell cancer spreads or metastasizes to the brain it is important for the patient to be aware of all treatment options in addition to the risks and benefits of each. Treatment options generally include radiation therapy, radiosurgery, surgery, or a combination of these treatments.
Metastatic Melanoma Cancer
When melanoma cancer spreads or metastasizes to the brain it is important for the patient to be aware of all treatment options in addition to the risks and benefits of each. Treatment options generally include radiation therapy, radiosurgery, surgery, or a combination of these treatments.
