schwannoma
schwannoma A tumor that arises in the Schwann cells, or myelin sheath, of the peripheral nerves. Schwannomas are usually benign. Acoustic neuromas of the eighth cranial nerve are the most common schwannomas. Also known as neurilemmoma.
schwannoma A tumor that arises in the Schwann cells, or myelin sheath, of the peripheral nerves. Schwannomas are usually benign. Acoustic neuromas of the eighth cranial nerve are the most common schwannomas. Also known as neurilemmoma.
