Predictors of narcolepsy and hypersomnia due to medical disorder in pediatric craniopharyngioma

ConclusionsThis study describes the prevalence and associated predictors of hypersomnia for patients with craniopharyngioma after surgical resection. HI was predictive of narcolepsy diagnosis, and a higher body mass index z-score was associated with hypersomnia due to medical condition and narcolepsy. We recommend that sleep assessment and intervention begin after surgical resection, especially in overweight or obese patients and those with extensive tumors.
Source: Journal of Neuro-Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research