Schwannoma of the nasal septum presenting as a multicentric neuronal tumour

Schwannoma of the nasal septum presenting as a multicentric neuronal tumour. Problem: Schwannomas (neurilemmomas) are benign primary tumours that arise from Schwann cells. Schwannomas arising from the nasal septum are exceptionally rare. Here, we report a unique case of schwannoma of the nasal septum presenting as a multicentric neuronal tumour. Results: A 40-year old male sustained intermittent left tinnitus. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed masses near the nasal septum and upper cervical cord in addition to a tumour in the left cerebellopontine (CP) angle. The tumour in the nasal septum was completely resected by endoscopic endonasal surgery and diagnosed as a typical schwannoma. The CP angle tumour was treated with stereotactic radiosurgery, while the asymptomatic cord lesion showed no significant growth and remains under observation. Conclusion: Endoscopic endonasal surgery is useful for the resection of schwannomas of the nasal septum. Schwannomas of the nasal septum may present as multiple neuronal tumours.