Primary Epidermoid Tumors of the Cerebellopontine Angle: A Review of 47 Cases

Conclusions: Surgical intervention is effective in alleviating symptoms of cranial neuropathy and brainstem compression from CPA epidermoids. Gross total resection is preferred; however, aggressive subtotal removal should be considered with adherent or extensive disease as reoperation rates are low, even in the setting of aggressive subtotal resection. Conservative observation with serial imaging is a viable initial strategy in asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic patients.
Source: Otology and Neurotology - Category: ENT & OMF Tags: Tumors of the Ear & Cranial Base Source Type: research