Question 1

my 80 yr old mom was diagnosed with a benign suprasellar meningioma 7 years ago. its now golf ball size, she has blurred vision, memory loss, muscle weakness and she suffered a lacunar stroke. can it be removed, if not what is her life expectancy?

Accepted Answer

: I believe that only a neurosurgeon can answer your questions after reviewing appropriate tests and examining your Mom. Her attending physician would assess her ability to undergo neurosurgery though.

Question 2

how often is a benign "meningioma" brain tumor life threatening? ( please give straight forward answers) i really don't need useless information now.

Accepted Answer

Depends entirely: On size, rate of growth, and your symptoms.  Without knowing details, it is impossible to say more.  Consult a neurosurgeon with all details for specific answers to your questions.

Question 3

what is the usual cause of a meningioma?

Accepted Answer

No known cause: No certain risk factors.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: meningioma?

Accepted Answer

Meningioma: A meningioma is typically a slow growing tumor that is adjacent to the brain or extra-axial.  The tumor arises from the arachnoid layer of the cerebral meninges.  On imaging, it is a broad based tumor attached to the dura and tends to enhance with contrast dye.  Meningiomas account for approximately 17% of intracranial neoplasms.

Question 5

could you please tell me whether all small meningiomas grow eventually?

Accepted Answer

Menningioma: Most menningiomas remain small, but some grow and if symptomatic need removal.

Question 6

what is a calcified meningioma?

Accepted Answer

Calcium deposits: Menigioams are typically non-cancerous tumors of the lining of the brain and spinal cord. The tumor cells arange themselves ina a concentria whorl pattern and get calcified over time. This is picked up on a ct scan or other tests as "calcified" menigioma by the appearance.

Question 7

how serious is meningioma tumor?

Accepted Answer

Location: Meningiomas are mostly benign tumors and curable by resection. The seriousness depends on the location that may determine the degree of difficulty of surgical removal.

Question 8

what does calcified meningioma mean?

Accepted Answer

Just that!: Meningiomas are almost always benign tumors arising in the meninges (covering the brain) they can enlarge over time and may calcify.

Question 9

how long does surgery for a meningioma take?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It entirely depends upon the location of the meningioma.  It may take only a few hours or can take 12 to 15 hours depending upon its location.

Question 10

how old is too old for surgery on meningioma?

Accepted Answer

No specific age: There is no specific age cutoff for surgery. A person's underlying health and the site of the meningioma dictate whether or not surgery can or should be performed safely.

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My 80 yr old mom was diagnosed with a benign suprasellar meningioma 7 years ago. its now golf ball size, she has blurred vision, memory loss, muscle weakness and she suffered a lacunar stroke. can it be removed, if not what is her life expectancy?

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How often is a benign "meningioma" brain tumor life threatening? ( please give straight forward answers) i really don't need useless information now.

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What is the usual cause of a meningioma?

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What is the definition or description of: meningioma?

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Could you please tell me whether all small meningiomas grow eventually?

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What is a calcified meningioma?

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How serious is meningioma tumor?

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What does calcified meningioma mean?

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How long does surgery for a meningioma take?

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How old is too old for surgery on meningioma?

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