Meningiomas are tumors of the meninges or coverings of the brain. Typically they are benign.
Acoustic neuromas or tumors of the acoustic (hearing) nerve and pituitary tumors are other common benign tumors.
They may be treated with surgical resection (removal), radiation or stereotactic radiosurgery.
The type of treatment depends on the size and location of the tumor, surrounding critical brain structures, and the patient’s general health and well-being.