Different types of meningioma

There are many different types of meningioma and their names often correspond with where on the brain and spine they occur.

Falx or parasaggital

The falx is the groove that runs between the two side of the brain from the front to the back. Parasaggital tumours lie close to the falx.

Convexity meningioma

These are often at the front of the brain. They grow on the surface.

Olfactory groove meningioma

These tumours grow on the nerves that go from the brain to the nose. Losing your sense of smell is one symptom of these tumours.

Sphenoid meningioma

These lie behind the eyes and can affect your vision

Skull based meningioma

These are located at the back of the skull. They can be difficult to operate on because important nerves and arteries are located here.

There are other types of meningioma located in different areas of the brain.