ASSESSMENT OF NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL PARAMETERS AND QUALITY OF LIFE TO EVALUATE OUTCOME IN PATIENTS WITH SURGICALLY TREATED SUPRATENTORIAL MENINGIOMAS

Abstract

Comprehensive evaluation after meningioma surgery is required to prevent poor long-term results after apparently successful surgery. In our study, tests and structured interviews revealed different aspects, especially concerning patient age. Because demographic variables clearly influenced satisfaction with life, evaluation of quality of life must account for these factors to improve comparison of different studies. However, prospective studies with larger cohorts and control groups are required to prove our hypotheses.