Vestibular schwannoma (VS) is a benign tumor of the vestibulocochlear nerve, often causing hearing loss, balance disturbances, and psychosocial challenges. While surgical resection is standard, the long-term biopsychosocial impact of surgery is poorly understood. RESEARCH QUESTION: What are the physical, psychological, and social challenges experienced by patients up to five years after VS surgery? MATERIAL AND
Audiologists managing post-surgical vestibular schwannoma patients should actively screen for psychosocial challenges and balance difficulties, as qualitative findings highlight that these are underaddressed dimensions of recovery.
Patient-reported qualitative data on vestibular schwannoma recovery underscore the need for multidisciplinary rehabilitation that goes beyond audiological fitting to address balance and mental health.
- 01Qualitative study captured real patient narratives about post-surgical recovery after vestibular schwannoma removal.