Acoustic neuroma
Overview An acoustic neuroma is a benign Schwann-cell derived tumour, which commonly arises from the eight cranial nerve. An acoustic neuroma, also known as a vestibular schwannoma, is a benign intracranial tumour that is derived from Schwann cells that are one of the major supporting nerve cells in the peripheral nervous system. It is typically a slow growing tumour that arises from the eighth cranial nerve supplying the inner ear. This cranial nerve, also known as the vestibulocochlear nerve, has important functions in both hearing and balance. An acoustic neuroma is typically unilateral and leads to unilateral sensorineural hearing loss
