| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5634134 | World Neurosurgery | 2017 | 44 Pages |
Abstract
This study confirms safety and effectiveness of GKRS for LGGs in controlling tumor growth, relevantly improving patients' overall and progression-free survival. GKRS improved patients' functional performance and quality of life, optimizing social functioning and minimizing disease-related psychological impact.
Keywords
IADLADLGKRSKPSLGGSF-36ECoGHRQOLQOLMRSQuality of lifePFsContrast enhancementMRIprogression-free survivaloverall survivalMagnetic resonance imagingBrain tumorradiosurgeryGamma knife radiosurgeryLow gradeRadiotherapyWorld Health OrganizationMental healthGeneral healtheastern cooperative oncology groupSocial functioningInstrumental Activities of Daily LivingActivities of daily living36-Item Short Form Health SurveyModified Rankin scaleKarnofsky performance scaleAREGamma KnifeWHOHealth-related quality of lifeGliomaLow-grade glioma
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Authors
Filippo Gagliardi, Michele Bailo, Alfio Spina, Carmine A. Donofrio, Nicola Boari, Alberto Franzin, Arianna Fava, Antonella del Vecchio, Angelo Bolognesi, Pietro Mortini,