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Current management of meningiomas
1Department of Neurosurgery, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA.
Oncology (Williston Park, N.Y.)
|January 1, 1995
Summary
Meningiomas, though often benign, can cause neurological damage. Treatment involves surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy, with ongoing research for better options.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Oncology
Background:
- Meningiomas are generally benign tumors that can lead to significant neurological deficits.
- Current standard treatment is surgical excision, but complete resection is not always feasible.
Observation:
- Surgical innovations and refined techniques aim for total resection.
- Recurrent tumors or incomplete resections necessitate alternative treatments.
Findings:
- Treatment options include reoperation, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
- Advancements in radiosurgery, brachytherapy, and clinical trials (tamoxifen, mifepristone) expand therapeutic choices.
- Ongoing research seeks a universally effective management strategy.
Implications:
- Physicians must stay informed about evolving treatment modalities.
- Personalized treatment decisions require balancing risks and benefits based on current medical knowledge.