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Abducens nerve neurinoma--case report

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Summary

Abducens nerve neurinoma, a rare tumor causing double vision and facial numbness, was successfully removed. Preoperative diagnosis of intracranial neurinomas can be challenging despite advanced imaging.

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Area of Science:

Neurosurgery
Neurology
Oncology

Background:

Abducens nerve neurinomas are rare tumors originating from the sixth cranial nerve.
Symptoms include diplopia (double vision) and facial numbness, impacting quality of life.
Accurate preoperative diagnosis of intracranial neurinomas is often difficult.