Rthp-12. non-operative management of acoustic neuroma in geriatric patients: a nationwide cancer database analysis

CONCLUSIONS:Fifteen percent of the AN population is at least age 65, with surgery by far the most commonly used treatment modality. Male gender and treatment at comprehensive cancer centers (by 40%) independently predicted receipt of radiation, while African-American race (by 50%) independently predicted receipt of observation. Given the proven impact of radiation therapy on local control in AN, and the relatively small proportion of geriatric patients receiving non-operative treatment, there is fertile ground for dissemination of radiation treatment for geriatric AN patients.
Source: Neuro-Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Tags: RADIATION THERAPY Source Type: research