Surgery of Critically Located Intracranial Gliomas

Abstract

Management of deep-seated and midline gliomas originating from thalamus, hypothalamus, basal ganglia, and brainstem presents significant challenges. Aggressive resection of such tumors is frequently impossible due to excessive morbidity and mortality rates; thus, combinations of both surgical and non-surgical treatment options should be always considered. In each individual case, there should be reasonable clinical judgment with regard to the optimal outcome providing the best possible prognosis for the patient, with high quality of life and minimal risk of complications.