Ependymoma in Adults
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Ependymoma in adults is an uncommon tumor that originates in the ependymal cells, those that line the ventricles of the brain and the central canal of the spinal cord. It can appear inside the skull or along the spine.
Possible symptoms: They depend on its location; they may include headache, nausea, balance disturbances or, when it is in the spinal cord, back pain and changes in strength or sensation of the extremities.
When to seek care? When these symptoms are persistent or progressive and have no clear explanation, they warrant specialized study.
Which specialist treats it? The neurosurgeon is the right professional to evaluate and plan the management of this type of tumor, in coordination with other specialists. If you have neurological signs that concern you, consulting in time allows for an appropriate approach.
Data on 127 doctors who treat ependymoma in adults
Which specialist treats ependymoma in adults?
If you have symptoms of ependymoma in adults, the right specialist to see is a neurosurgeon. You can find and book an appointment with a certified neurosurgeon near you. Don't wait too long to get evaluated properly.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in ependymoma in adults
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Rocío del Carmen Baltazar Contreras
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Frequently asked questions
What is ependymoma in adults?
Ependymoma in adults is an uncommon tumor that originates in the ependymal cells, those that line the ventricles of the brain and the central canal of the spinal cord. It can appear inside the skull or along the spine.
Which doctor treats ependymoma in adults?
If you have symptoms of ependymoma in adults, the right specialist to see is a neurosurgeon. You can find and book an appointment with a certified neurosurgeon near you. Don't wait too long to get evaluated properly.