Ten skull-base neuromas treated at the Otology Group P.C. are presented. Each case is reported in detail. The method by which preoperative diagnosis was made is reviewed. Specific attention is paid to distinguishing these tumors from chemodectomas. Presenting signs and symptoms are enumerated. Operative—especially postoperative—management is discussed in detail.
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