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Trigeminal schwannomas: has the 'new technology' made any difference?
1University Department of Neurosurgery, Manchester Royal Infirmary, United Kingdom.
British Journal of Neurosurgery
|January 1, 1988
Summary
Despite advances in imaging like CT and MRI, early detection of trigeminal Schwannomas remains challenging. Clinical suspicion is key, though radiology aids surgical planning for improved prognosis.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Radiology
- Oncology
Background:
- Trigeminal Schwannomas are rare tumors.
- Advances in computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) were expected to improve early detection.
- Early detection of small trigeminal Schwannomas has historically been difficult.