When to suspect an acoustic neuroma
Spoelhof, G.D.
American Family Physician 52(6): 1768-1774
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 0002-838X PMID: 7484687 Document Number: 440246
Acoustic neuroma is a rare but important cause of sensorineural hearing loss. Patients with asymmetric hearing loss or unilateral tinnitus should be evaluated expeditiously to prevent further neurologic damage. Gadolinium-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging is the best tool for making the diagnosis of acoustic neuroma. Surgical removal using a translabyrinthine approach, is the favored treatment, although radiation therapy and expectant management may be chosen for patients at high surgical risk.