Indications and outcome in surgically treated asymptomatic meningiomas: a single-center case-control study

ConclusionAs expected, asymptomatic cases had smaller tumors and waited longer for surgery. Surprisingly, complication rate was significantly higher among asymptomatic cases compared with their symptomatic control. Taken into account that many asymptomatic tumors are removed surgically due to patient ’s wish, one might suggest a more restrictive approach, especially in the elderly.
Source: Acta Neurochirurgica - Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research