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Facial nerve neurinoma in a child
A Chinski1, D Orfila, H Perata
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Hospital Israelita Ezrah, Buenos Aires, Argentina. achinski@mayo.com.ar
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|June 20, 1997
Summary
Facial nerve neurinoma, a rare benign tumor in children, often presents as facial palsy. Diagnosis requires imaging and pathology, as seen in a 13-year-old case.
Area of Science:
- Neuro-oncology
- Pediatric Neurology
Background:
- Facial nerve neurinoma is a rare benign tumor.
- It is exceptionally infrequent in pediatric patients.
- Clinical presentation varies with tumor location and size.
Observation:
- A 13-year-old patient presented with left peripheral facial palsy.
- The palsy had an 8-month duration.
- The patient underwent a combined middle cerebral fossa and transmastoid surgical approach.
Findings:
- Facial palsy is the most common clinical sign of facial nerve neurinoma.
- Diagnostic imaging and audiometric tests are crucial.
- Definitive diagnosis relies on pathological anatomy.
Implications:
- Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are vital for managing pediatric facial nerve neurinoma.
- Understanding the tumor's behavior in children is important for treatment strategies.
- This case highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in diagnosing and treating rare pediatric tumors.