Meningioma

Meningiomas develop from the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Most are benign and slow-growing.

Possible Symptoms

• Headaches

• Seizures

• Weakness

• Visual symptoms

• Neurological changes depending on location

Diagnosis

CT or MRI commonly identifies a meningioma and helps determine its location, size, and relationship to surrounding structures.

Treatment

Small asymptomatic tumors may be monitored. Larger or symptomatic tumors may be treated with surgery or stereotactic radiosurgery.