Comment on, "Longterm outcome and quality of life after CNS cavernoma resection: eloquent vs. noneloquent areas".

Neurosurg Rev

Lab in Biotechnology and Biosignal Transduction, Department of Orthodontics, Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Saveetha University, Chennai-77, Tamil Nadu, India.

Published: September 2024

The study titled "Long-term outcome and quality of life after CNS cavernoma resection: eloquent vs. non-eloquent areas," by Shoubash et al. (2022) provides crucial insights into the long-term neurological outcomes and quality of life (QoL) in patients following CNS cavernoma resection. Differentiating between eloquent and non-eloquent areas, the study shows that patients generally experience non-inferior QoL, with some differences in physical role functioning. Utilizing the Short Form-12 (SF12) questionnaire at a mean follow-up of 6.5 years, the study's findings are significant for clinical decision-making and patient counseling. However, the study's small sample size and retrospective design limit its generalizability and introduce potential biases. The lack of preoperative QoL assessments further constrains its conclusions. Future research should focus on larger, prospective studies with comprehensive QoL metrics and longitudinal follow-up to better understand the impact of surgery on patient outcomes and improve clinical strategies.

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