Ganglioneuroma

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Central nervous system

Treatment involves the removal of the tumor by surgery (if it is symptomatic).

Prognosis is usually good, because this tumor is generally benign. Rarely, a ganglioneuroma may become malignant and metastasize (spread) or recur.

Complications may occur as a result of surgery. If the tumor has been present for a long time and is causing symptoms (such as spinal cord compression), removal of the tumor may not necessarily reverse the deficits. Compression of the spinal cord may result in paralysis, especially if the cause is not detected promptly.

Call your health care provider if you or your child experiences any of the above symptoms that may be caused by this type of tumor.

Review Date: 09/25/2006
Reviewed By: Kenneth Gross, M.D., Neurology, North Miami, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.