[Benign and malignant neoplasms which arise from or metastasize to the optic or second cranial nerve which extends from the optic disc of the eye and joins the optic chiasm. Clinical features may include visual loss, proptosis, and local pain. The majority of optic nerve tumors or optic gliomas. ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0524802 Relation/PAR: Cranial Nerve Neoplasm
Optic Nerve Diseases
Relation/CHD: Glioma of Optic Nerve