Tumours of the brain's lining

Meningiomas

Meningiomas grow from the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. Most are benign and slow-growing. Many are found incidentally and do not require treatment other than surveillance.

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Common symptoms

  • Often found by chance on a scan
  • Headaches or seizures
  • Symptoms related to their position, such as changes in vision or weakness

These symptoms have many possible causes. If you are worried, speak to your doctor or get in touch.

How it's diagnosed

MRI or CT imaging. Where surgery is needed, the removed tissue confirms the type and grade.

What treatment looks like

01

Watch and wait

Small meningiomas without symptoms are often monitored with regular scans.

02

Surgery

For meningiomas that are growing or causing symptoms.

03

Radiotherapy

Including focused (stereotactic) radiotherapy for selected tumours.

Your plan depends on your diagnosis, scans and circumstances, and is agreed with you.

How Dr Rees can help

The right path depends on size, location and symptoms. Dr Rees reviews your imaging with you and explains the options, including when monitoring is the safest choice.

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