The Impact of Tumor Resection on Survival and Functional Outcomes for Patients with Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Ju-En Nien,
Chi-Cheng Chuang,
Peng-Wei Hsu
et al.
Abstract:Purpose
The role of tumor resection remains undetermined in treating primary central nervous system lymphomas (PCNSLs). This study aimed to clarify the impact of tumor resection on survival and functional outcomes, and to identify subgroups benefiting from resection.
Methods
We retrospectively reviewed records from 2010 to 2021 for PCNSL diagnosed at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou. Patients were categorized by extent of resection: gross total resection (GTR), partial resection (PR), and biopsy. Univari… Show more
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