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Acoustic Neuroma in India

Acoustic Neuromas:

Acoustic neuroma is a noncancerous tumor developing on the vestibular nerve, which courses from the inner ear to the brain. The tumor is slow-growing in most of the cases. The branches of the vestibular nerve are responsible for balance, and hearing. Acoustic neuroma may exert pressure on the nerve leading to hearing loss, ringing in the ear and instability.
The origin of Acoustic neuroma is Schwann cells that cover the vestibular nerve. In rare cases, there is rapid growth, putting pressure against the brain and disturbing vital functions of the body.

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    Symptoms of Acoustic Neuroma:

    The signs may often go unnoticeable. The most common initial symptoms of an acoustic neuroma include,

    • A decrease in hearing power, more prominent on one side.
    • Tinnitus, which is a ringing sensation in the ear.
    • Imbalance
    • Dizziness or vertigo
    • Facial numbness, weakness or loss of muscle movement. (Due to pressure on the adjacent nerves)
    • Confusion
    • Difficulty to swallow
    • Hoarseness of voice
    • Taste changes
    • Headache
    • acoustic neuroma

    Causes of Acoustic Neuroma:

    Based on the causes of acoustic neuroma, it is of two types:

    Sporadic form of Acoustic Nuroma:

    Acoustic neuroma associated with neurofibromatosis type II

    Some other causes of acoustic neuroma are

    • Loud noise
    • Radiation therapy to head and neck
    • Increased use of cell phones

    Neurofibromatosis type II or NF2:

    Neurofibromatosis type II or NF2 is a congenital disorder, involving the growth of non-cancerous tumors of the nervous system. This is the most common cause of acoustic neuroma and can be bilateral by the age of 30 years. The patients with NF2 also have other tumors affecting the spinal cord and brain, which can cause hindrance with the nervous system and other vital functions of the body.

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    Diagnosed

    In most cases, it is difficult to diagnose acoustic neuroma as the signs go unnoticed. Following are some of the test that can help in diagnosing the tumor.

    Audiometry:

    The test is performed by an audiologist, in which the patient hears the sound directed to one year at one time. A wide range of sounds in different tones is radiated and the patient is asked to point out each time he/she is able to hear it.

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      Radio-Imaging:

      To confirm the diagnosis and measure the size of the tumor, MRI is done. The doctor can also do a CT scan instead of an MRI.

      Treatment:

      There are 3 basic approaches for the treatment of acoustic neuroma:

      • Wait and watch
      • Surgical removal
      • Radiotherapy

      Depending upon the extent and overall condition of the tumor, the doctor may opt for any of the above treatment options.

      Wait and Watch:

      In cases of very small sized tumors which do not show any growth are usually preferred to be observed. However, the doctor may recommend you to get an MRI or a CT scan every 6-12 months. The patient will need to start treatment if there are any signs of aggression or other changes in the tumor

      Surgery:

      The goal of the surgery is to remove the tumor while preserving the surrounding structures such as facial nerve and prevent facial paralysis and save hearing sensation. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia. Sometimes it is difficult to remove the entire tumor due to its close proximity to the vital structures such as brain or cranial nerves. There are some of the best ENT hospitals in India, which are well-equipped to perform such surgeries. Following complications may be associated with surgical treatment such as,

      • Facial numbness
      • Ringing sensation
      • Hearing loss
      • Leakage of cerebrospinal fluid through the incision
      • Stroke
      • Bleeding in the brain
      • Meningitis

      Radiation Therapy:

      People with older age or chronic ailments such as heart disorders are advised to get stereotactic radiation such as gamma knife surgery, in which several gamma rays are concentrated on the tumor to destroy it without causing any damage to the surrounding structure. The procedure is conducted with high precision and with the help of an MRI or CT scan.
      The radiotherapy is given in fractions over multiple sessions and it may take several months or years to show evidence of improvement

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        IBS Institute of Brain and Spine

        Number of beds:   50
        ICU Beds:                  12
        Airport Distance: 15 Km

        About Hospital:

        • Established in 2011, IBS Hospital specializes in advanced neurosurgery, neurology, spine surgery, and joint replacement surgeries.
        • The hospital receives more than 600 international patients per year.
        • It has world-class infrastructure and a dedicated team of specialists and qualified staff.

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        Indraprastha Apollo Hospital

        No. of beds: 900
        ICU Beds:     262
        Airport:  20kms

        About Hospital:

        • Indraprastha Apollo Hospital is a flagship hospital of India’s foremost healthcare groups,the Apollo Group. It is a highly renowned multi-speciality facility that offers tertiary and quaternary care services to domestic and international patients.
        • The 900 bedded hospital is outfitted with the most modern technology for diagnostics as well as therapeutic purposes.
        • A team of highly trained medical professionals work under all the 52 specialities at the hospital.

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        BLK-Max Hospital

        Number of beds: 700
        ICU Beds:               175
        Airport Distance: 13 Km

        About Hospital:

        • BLK Super Speciality Hospital was established by Dr. B.L. Kapur  in 1959. It was inaugurated by the then Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru.
        • BLK Super Speciality Hospital was established by Dr. B.L. Kapur  in 1959. It was inaugurated by the then Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru.
        • BLK has a unique combination of the best in class technology, put to use by the best names in the professional circles to ensure world-class health care to all patients.

        Artemis Hospital

        Artemis Hospital Gurgaon

        Number of beds:  600
        ICU Beds:                185
        Airport Distance: 19 Km

        About Hospital:

        • Artemis Hospital, established in 2007, spread across 9 acres, is a 600plus bed; state-of-the-art multi-speciality hospital located in Gurgaon, India.
        • Artemis Hospital is the first JCI and NABH accredited hospital in Gurgaon.
        • Designed as one of the most advanced hospitals in India, Artemis provides a depth of expertise in the spectrum of advanced medical & surgical interventions, a comprehensive mix of inpatient and outpatient services.

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        Medanta Hospital Gurgaon

        Number of beds: 1250
        ICU Beds:                300
        Airport Distance: 18 KMs

        About Hospital:

        • Medanta – The Medicity is amongst India’s largest and most renowned multi-super speciality healthcare centre with 1250 beds, 29 super speciality units and more than 800 accomplished doctors.
        • Supported by state-of-art infrastructure, all the departments in the hospital are fully equipped with cutting-edge technology, modular Operation Theatre and modernized monitoring systems in ICUs.
        • The panel of doctors from Medanta, headed by A.S.Soin performed the first successful intestinal transplant in India.

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          Fortis Hospital Gurgaon (FMRI) 

          Number of beds:  1000
          ICU Beds:                  298
          Airport Distance:  17 KMs

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          • Fortis Memorial Research Institute was established in 2001.
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          Max Hospital Saket

          Number of beds:   500
          ICU Beds:                 267
          Airport Distance: 13 KM

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          • Max Super Speciality Hospital at Saket is one of the topmost healthcare service
          • Providers in India. The multi-super speciality hospital has a capacity of over 500 beds, 250 functional beds. It is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, advanced technologies.
          • With the help of over 300 leading specialist Doctors, strong nursing staff, and state-of-the-art innovative medical tools.

          Sanar International Hospital Gurugram, Delhi NCR

          Sanar International Hospital

          Number of beds:   130
          ICU Beds:                  35
          Airport Distance:  20 Km

          About Hospital:

          • Sanar International Hospital was established in 2018.
          • Sanar International Hospital founded by Mr. Naresh Kapoor.
          • Sanar International Hospital offers comprehensive advanced surgical care in specialties like Cancer, Heart, Blood and Marrow Transplant, Lung, Liver, and Neurosciences along with other major departments with advanced state-of-the-art facilities.

          Accord Superspeciality Hospital Faridabad Delhi NCR

          Accord Superspeciality Hospital

          Number of beds:   380+
          ICU Beds:                  41
          Airport Distance:  46 Km

          About Hospital:

          • The story of Accord began with the thought of leveraging the new age technology with the healthcare infrastructure to serve the patients, rightly, effectively, and timely.
          • Accord Superspeciality Hospital (A Unit Of SCL Healthcare Pvt. Ltd) is India’s first smart hospital and one of the first of its kind in the world.
          • Accord Superspeciality Hospital aims at providing technologically advanced healthcare services to international patients who are looking out for medical tourism in India.

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          Aakash Health Care Delhi

          Number of beds:  230
          ICU Beds:                70
          Airport Distance: 10 Km

          About Hospital:

          • Aakash Healthcare Super Speciality Hospital is a tertiary care facility, with 15 Dialysis, and 70 Critical care beds for treating the most complex cases in the National Capital Region (NCR) of Delhi, Dwarka.
          • The hospital is equipped with state of the art infrastructure, latest technology, competent clinicians and compassionate staff.
          • Aakash Healthcare Super Specialty Hospital is known for its leading care in Orthopaedic and Joint replacement surgery.

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