Meningiomas – Benign Brain Tumours of the Meninges: Prof. Makoto Nakamura on the PRIMO MEDICO Expert Physician Talk

How meningeal neoplasms differ from other brain tumours, diagnostic
criteria, contributing factors, typical symptoms, and warning signs
of meningiomas are some of the topics discussed by chief physician
of the Department of Neurosurgery at the Cologne-Merheim Clinics
and professor at Witten/Herdecke University Prof. Dr Makoto
Nakamura. Topics covered in this episode: • What is a meningioma,
and how does it differ from other brain tumours? • How common are
meningiomas, and who is most frequently affected? • Known causes,
risk factors, and genetic influences • Typical symptoms and why
many meningiomas remain unnoticed for years • The role of MRI and
CT scans in diagnosis • When monitoring is sufficient and when
treatment becomes necessary • Surgical treatment options and
advances in minimally invasive neurosurgery • The role of radiation
therapy and radiosurgery • Risks, side effects, and postoperative
care • Prognosis, recurrence risks, and chances of cure • Future
developments, including AI-supported diagnostics and personalized
treatment approaches PRIMO MEDICO Neurosurgery Specialist in
Cologne:
https://www.primomedico.com/en/doctor/prof-nakamura-neurosurgery-cologne/