The worldwide incidence and prevalence of primary brain tumors: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Primary brain tumors are a heterogeneous group of benign and malignant tumors arising from the brain parenchyma and its surrounding structures. The epidemiology of these tumors is poorly understood. The aim of our study is to systematically review the latest literature on the incidence and prevalence of primary brain tumors.

Methods

The systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted according to a predetermined protocol and established guidelines. Only studies reporting on data from 1985 onward were included. Articles were included if they met the following criteria: (i) original research, (ii) population based, (iii) reported an incidence or prevalence estimate of primary brain tumors.

Results

From the 53 eligible studies overall, 38 were included in t

SUBMITTER: de Robles P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4483114 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature