Cerebellopontine Angle Syndrome
The cerebellopontine angle is the anatomic space between the cerebellum and the pons. This is a common site for the growth of acoustic neuromas or schwannomas. A distinct neurologic syndrome of deficits occurs due to the anatomic proximity of the cerebellopontine angle to specific cranial nerves.
Read more about Cerebellopontine Angle Syndrome: Anatomy, Signs and Symptoms, Treatment: Medical Therapy, Treatment: Stereotactic Radiotherapy, Treatment: Surgical
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