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Hearing the word “meningioma” for the first time can feel overwhelming. Is it cancer? Will surgery be necessary? What happens next?

Most meningiomas are benign, slow-growing tumors that develop in the meninges, the protective layers around your brain and spinal cord. Many are discovered by chance and don't cause symptoms.

When treatment is needed, modern approaches in Turkey are precise, minimally invasive, and tailored to your condition. Whether it's careful monitoring, targeted radiation, or surgery, understanding your options can help you move from uncertainty to a clear, confident plan

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Main specialty: Medical oncology
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Years of Experience : 8 years.
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Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Mehmet Akif Öztürk

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Istanbul, Turkey

Asst. Prof. Dr. Meltem Topalgökçeli Selam

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Years of Experience : 8 years.
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Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Orhan ŞENCAN

Main Specialty : Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine Specialist
Years of Experience : 26 years.
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Prof. Dr. Nurullah ZENGİN

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MEMORIAL ANKARA

Ankara, Turkey

Uzm. Dr. Ömer Aşkın DÖĞERLİOĞLU

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Symptoms of meningioma: What to look for?

In its early stages, a meningioma often grows silently, causing no noticeable symptoms. Many are discovered incidentally during scans for unrelated reasons. As the tumor enlarges, it can press on sensitive areas of the brain or cranial nerves, leading to changes you may notice.

The symptoms you experience usually depend on two main factors:

Location: Which part of the brain or spinal cord is affected
Size: How much pressure the tumor exerts on surrounding structures

Symptoms typically develop gradually, over months or even years. They can be subtle and are sometimes mistaken for normal aging or stress. Common signs include:

Persistent headaches: Often worsening and different from previous headaches
Vision changes: Blurriness, double vision, or loss of peripheral sight
Hearing issues: Hearing loss or persistent ringing (tinnitus) in one ear
Cognitive shifts: Memory lapses, difficulty concentrating, or personality changes
Loss of smell (anosmia)
Motor changes: Weakness or numbness in one arm or leg
Seizures: In someone with no prior history

Urgent warning: Sudden or severe neurological changes, like rapid vision loss, sudden weakness, or a new seizure, require immediate medical attention.

Many of these symptoms can stem from conditions far less serious than a meningioma. However, if you notice persistent or concerning signs, consulting a neurologist or neurosurgeon is crucial.

Take action with expert guidance: Leading neuro-oncology centers in Turkey provide comprehensive evaluations. Their teams can determine whether your symptoms are linked to a meningioma and explain modern treatment options tailored to your needs.

Causes and risk factors of meningioma

Meningiomas are among the most common primary brain tumors, accounting for approximately 30% of all intracranial tumors. Rather than having a single direct cause, they are associated with several well-identified risk factors.

Who is most affected?

Meningiomas occur more frequently in:

Adults and older individuals, with risk increasing steadily with age
Women, suggesting a possible hormonal influence

While the exact role of hormones is still being studied, this gender difference is consistently observed in clinical data.

Genetic predisposition

A higher risk is seen in people with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2), a rare genetic condition that predisposes individuals to tumors of the nervous system, including meningiomas. Outside of this condition, most meningiomas are not inherited.

Exposure to ionizing radiation

Exposure to ionizing radiation is also a well-established risk factor for the development of meningiomas. Patients who have received cranial irradiation, especially during childhood, have an increased risk of developing this tumor.

What this means for you

Most people diagnosed with a meningioma have no identifiable cause. However, understanding personal risk factors and medical history is important for early detection and appropriate monitoring.

If you have known risk factors or unexplained neurological symptoms, consulting a specialist allows for timely evaluation and reassurance, or early intervention when needed.

How Meningioma is diagnosed: Key tests explained

Meningiomas often grow slowly and may cause no symptoms for years. Many are discovered incidentally during brain scans performed for headaches, minor injuries, or unrelated neurological concerns. When symptoms do appear, they are often subtle and can be mistaken for stress or normal aging, making accurate diagnosis essential.

The diagnostic pathway: Finding answers step-by-step

Diagnosis follows a clear process to answer three key questions: Is there a tumor? Where is it located? And how should it be managed?

Clinical and neurological evaluation

A specialist reviews your symptoms and medical history and performs a neurological exam to assess vision, strength, reflexes, and cognition.

Brain imaging (core diagnostic step)

This is how a meningioma is definitively visualized.

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): The gold standard. It provides the clearest picture of the tumor's size, precise location, and its relationship to critical brain structures, often using a contrast dye.
CT Scan: Useful for seeing if the tumor has affected nearby bone.
PET Scan: Employed in select cases for additional biological information about the tumor.

Is a biopsy required?

Not every meningioma requires a biopsy before treatment. However, if the imaging is unclear or if a non-surgical approach is planned first, a stereotactic biopsy may be performed. This is a minimally invasive procedure where a tiny tissue sample is obtained for laboratory analysis to confirm the diagnosis and grade the tumor.

Additional tests (when needed)

Depending on the tumor's location, your doctor may recommend:

A formal eye exam to assess pressure on the optic nerves.
Neuropsychological testing to map memory, language, and cognitive function.
An EEG (electroencephalogram) if there is a concern about seizures.

Why does accurate diagnosis matter?

A precise diagnosis guides the safest treatment approach, whether monitoring, radiotherapy, or surgery, and avoids unnecessary interventions.

If you're seeking clarity after abnormal imaging or persistent symptoms, our partner specialists in Turkey provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to help you move forward with confidence.

Meningioma treatment options in Turkey

Treatment for meningioma depends on several factors, including the tumor's size, location, growth rate, and whether it causes symptoms. While surgery is the main treatment, it's not always the first or only option.

The main treatment pathways include active monitoring, precision microsurgery, and targeted radiation therapy.

Active monitoring (Watchful waiting)

For small, benign-appearing meningiomas that cause no symptoms, immediate treatment may not be necessary. Instead, specialists may recommend regular MRI follow-up to monitor growth over time. This approach avoids unnecessary intervention when the tumor is stable and not affecting critical brain structures.

Precision microsurgery: The gold standard for treatment

When a meningioma is growing, causing neurological symptoms, or located where future progression could pose a risk, surgery becomes the preferred option.

The procedure usually involves a craniotomy, allowing the neurosurgeon to access and remove the tumor with maximal precision.

Complex, residual, or recurrent meningiomas

Some meningiomas are located near critical brain areas or major veins, such as the sagittal sinus. In these cases, complete removal may carry unacceptable neurological risk. A subtotal resection followed by close monitoring is often the safest approach.

Radiation therapy (radiosurgery): Highly targeted treatments such as Gamma Knife or CyberKnife may be used to control residual or recurrent tumors. These techniques deliver focused radiation with minimal impact on surrounding brain tissue and can effectively stabilize tumor growth for years.
Chemotherapy or targeted therapies are rarely indicated and are generally reserved for atypical or aggressive meningiomas.

Choosing the right approach

Each treatment plan is individualized. A thorough evaluation by experienced neurosurgeons and neuro-oncology specialists is essential to determine the safest and most effective strategy for long-term control.

If you're exploring treatment options, our partner specialists in Turkey can review your case and guide you toward the most appropriate management plan, based on both medical evidence and your personal situation.

Probability of cureProbability of cure for meningioma

The likelihood that a meningioma will be cured depends on several key factors, including the type of tumor, stage of progression, available treatment options, and the patient's age and overall health.

Benign meningiomas (Grade I)

The vast majority of meningiomas are benign and slow-growing, and their prognosis is excellent. When a benign meningioma can be completely removed through surgery, the chances of long-term control, or cure, are very high. Many patients require no further treatment and can return to normal life with regular follow-up imaging.

Early diagnosis and modern surgical techniques significantly improve outcomes, allowing surgeons to remove the tumor safely while preserving neurological function.

Atypical and malignant meningiomas (Grades II & III)

Less commonly, meningiomas can be atypical or malignant. These tumors tend to grow faster and have a higher risk of recurrence. In such cases, treatment often combines surgery and targeted radiation therapy to achieve the best possible control.

While the prognosis is more guarded than for benign tumors, advances in imaging, surgical precision, and radiotherapy continue to improve long-term outcomes, even in complex cases.

Risk of malignant transformation

Although most meningiomas remain benign, malignant transformation can occur, particularly in recurrent or long-standing tumors. This remains relatively rare, especially with appropriate treatment and regular medical follow-up. Ongoing monitoring is key to detecting any change in tumor behavior early.

What this means for patients

Overall, meningioma is one of the most treatable brain tumors, especially when diagnosed early and managed by experienced specialists. With individualized treatment and proper follow-up, many patients achieve long-term tumor control and maintain an excellent quality of life.