Publications by authors named "Catia Pompea Delfinis"
World Neurosurg X
April 2023
Article Synopsis
- - The study analyzes the outcomes of surgical resection for cerebellar brain metastases in elderly patients (≥65 years old), focusing on 48 individuals with an average age of 70.8, and highlights the challenges of surgery due to their chronic health issues.
- - Results indicated that complications were common, with 29% experiencing perioperative neurological and systemic issues, but 71% of patients could continue with additional treatments like radiation or chemotherapy post-surgery.
- - The findings suggest that while selected elderly patients may benefit from surgery, especially those with better pre-operative health indicators, a higher rate of complications and lower overall survival rates necessitate careful consideration before proceeding.
