How well do image-defined risk factors (IDRFs) predict surgical outcomes and survival in patients with neuroblastoma? A systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionIDRF-positive neuroblastoma patients have a higher risk of incomplete surgical resection, surgical complications, and 5-year mortality and/or relapse. Our results affirm that IDRFs remain a useful prognostic tool for neuroblastoma patients both for short and long-term outcomes.Level of evidenceII.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s00383-020-04696-y

Source: Pediatric Surgery International - June 11, 2020 Category: Surgery Source Type: research