Long-term results of 16 surgically treated brainstem gliomas are reported. The results have been reviewed with reference to the clinical and pathological criteria defined by Hoffman and co-workers (1980) in the attempt to differentiate a distinct group of benign tumours. A good correlation has been obtained. The usefulness of surgical treatment of brainstem gliomas has been stressed in view of the survival time as well quality of survival.

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