Prognosticating survival of pineal parenchymal tumors of intermediate differentiation (PPTID) by grade

ConclusionsPPTID are rare tumors with expected mean survival more than 5  years, although Grade 2 tumors are expected to survive longer than Grade 3 tumors. Age and gross total resection are significant independent predictors of survival in PPTID overall, as well as within Grade 2 and Grade 3 subgroups separately. The prognostic role and benefit of adjuvant therapy is y et to be elucidated, mandating more molecular and biologic research be done to further optimize clinical management in the future.
Source: Journal of Neuro-Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research