Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Ependymoma in Pediatric and Adult Patients: A Single-Institution Experience.
Hyeon Joo YooNeelan J MarianayagamDavid J ParkAmit PersadAroosa ZamarudElaheh ShaghaghianArmine TayagLouisa UstrzynskiSara C EmrichXuejun GuQuoc-Anh HoScott G SoltysAntonio MeolaSteven D ChangPublished in: Neurosurgery (2024)
Our study supports SRS as a viable modality for pediatric and adult patients with grade 2 and 3 ependymomas. Despite lower local tumor control in pediatric and grade 3 cases, integrating SRS holds promise for improved outcomes. Emphasizing careful patient selection, personalized treatment planning, and long-term follow-up is crucial for optimal neurosurgical outcomes.