Meningiomas are primarily bengin tumors originating in the lining of the brain and spinal column. Though benign, these tumors are not easily dismissed. There is a complexity in treatment decision making and it seems that any route taken in dealing with this condition can be a difficult one for both patient and family.
The following article includes a reference to patient advocacy in getting these tumors collected by the cancer registry, a step forward to greater understanding of meningiomas and the treatment options considered with this diagnosis.
http://www.cns.org/publications/clinical/54/pdf/cnb00107000091.pdf
Education resource:
http://www.braintumortreatment.com/Brain-Tumors/Tumor-Types/Meningioma.aspx/?9gtype=content&9gkw=meningioma%20tumors&9gad=4988104037.1&9gag=1527298907&gclid=CJmHvN-vl6MCFRxEgwodkjsHoQ
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