Primary Extradural Meningioma: A Systematic Review of Diagnostic Features, Clinical Management, and Surgical Outcomes.

ABSTRACT: Objective: This systematic review consolidates the literature on primary extradural meningiomas (PEMs), a rare subset of meningiomas. We describe the clinical features, management strategies used, and treatment outcomes for published cases. Methods: A systematic review was conducted using PRISMA guidelines across multiple databases to 29 July 2024. Inclusion criteria were adult patients with primarily extradural meningioma and where individual patient clinical data were provided. Results: Of 216 studies that met the initial search criteria, 41 satisfied the final inclusion criteria. These 41 studies included 82 patients with 84 total PEMs. The cohort was balanced between sexes with a median age of 46 (range 18-82). Frequent symptoms at initial presentation included pai

SUBMITTER: Balasubramanian K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11640065 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature