Measuring clinical outcomes in neuro-oncology. A battery to evaluate low-grade gliomas (LGG)

作者：Papagno Costanza^*; Casarotti Alessandra; Comi Alessandro; Gallucci Marcello; Riva Marco; Bello Lorenzo

来源：Journal of Neuro-Oncology, 2012, 108(2): 269-275.

DOI：10.1007/s11060-012-0824-5

• Low-grade glioma
• Neuropsychological tasks
• Brain plasticity
• Awake surgery
• Predictive value

We describe how a neuropsychological evaluation in patients with brain tumors should be performed, specifically in the case of low-grade gliomas. Neuropsychological examination is crucial before starting any treatment as well as during the follow-up, since it can improve neurosurgery techniques and reveal potential cognitive effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, besides planning rehabilitation. We underline that sensitive and wide-ranging tests are required; specific tasks based on the lesion site should be added. Moreover, some tests can provide additional information about the evolution of the tumor. A careful, thorough examination improves quality of life.

• 出版日期2012-6