Neurological, Neuropsychological, and Social Outcomes in Pediatric Patients Diagnosed With Cerebellar Mutism Syndrome: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cerebellar mutism syndrome (CMS) is a postsurgical complication following posterior fossa tumor resection. This review explores long-term neurological, neuropsychological, and social outcomes of children with CMS.

Methods

A search was performed across multiple databases, focusing on terms related to neoplasms, postoperative complications, and mutism. Selected studies included individuals less than 18 years of age who developed CMS following posterior fossa tumor removal, and developed at least one neurological, neuropsychological, or social outcome.

Results

Among 2514 publications, 34 studies were included, describing 631 patients aged 1-25.7 years (median = 12 patients; range: 5-107 patients). The prevalence of CMS ranged from 3.7% to 63%, with a median fo

SUBMITTER: Hughes MH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12721493 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature