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Schwannoma

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ICD-10	C49, D21 (ICD-O9560-9561)
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Schwannomas, also referred to as Neurilomas, are slow-growing central nervous system tumoursarising from the supporting cells (Schwann cells) of peripheral nerves, which include cranialand spinal nerveroots.

The disease is one of middle and old age that grows at the margins of the peripheral nerves, displacing the nerve's main body.

The vestibulocochlear (acoustic) nerveis the most commonly affected, see acoustic neuroma. Other cranial nerveand spinal nerveroots are less commonly involved.

Surgicalresection is usually curative, though there is a risk of functional damage due to interference with the nerve.

Schwannoma

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