Meningioma

usgb/mɪˈnɪn.dʒi.oʊ.mə/
Noun

A meningioma is a usually benign tumor that arises from the meninges, the protective membrane covering the brain and spinal cord.

The doctor diagnosed her with a meningioma after reviewing the MRI scans.
Visual representation of "meningioma" - A meningioma is a usually benign tumor that arises from the meninges, the protective membrane covering the brain and spinal cord.

Often appears as...

  • benign meningioma
  • malignant meningioma

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brain tumor, benign tumor, spinal cord tumor

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Emotional Aspect

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