title: Practical points in the management of a postoperative acoustic neuroma patient.
abstract: Presented in this article is a brief overview of cranial anatomy and pathophysiology. Highlights of preoperative signs and symptoms and three surgical procedures performed on acoustic neuroma patients are discussed. Postoperative complications and nursing interventions are emphasized.
authors.forename: D M
authors.initials: DM
authors.lastname: Kane
mesh_terms: D001921:Brain / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D002530:Cerebellopontine Angle / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D009464:Neuroma, Acoustic / Q000601:surgery*; D016528:Postanesthesia Nursing; D011182:Postoperative Care