PAEA Surgery End Of Rotation (EOR) Practice Exam

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What neurological condition is associated with meningiomas?

Hydrocephalus
Neurofibromatosis 2
Multiple sclerosis
Epilepsy

The correct answer is: Neurofibromatosis 2

Meningiomas, which are tumors that arise from the meninges (the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord), are notably associated with Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2). This genetic condition leads to the development of bilateral vestibular schwannomas, but individuals with NF2 also have an increased risk of developing meningiomas. Therefore, when considering the association of neurological conditions with meningiomas, NF2 is primarily recognized due to the genetic predisposition that enhances the likelihood of meningioma formation in affected individuals. Hydrocephalus may occur secondary to meningiomas if the tumor obstructs the normal flow of cerebrospinal fluid, but it is not an association in the same way that NF2 is specifically linked. Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune condition unrelated to the presence of meningiomas, and while epilepsy can sometimes occur due to brain tumors, it is not a direct association but rather a possible symptom stemming from the effects of the tumor on surrounding brain tissue. Hence, NF2 stands out as the primary condition associated with meningiomas.