Primary Brain Tumors in Adults: Diagnosis and Treatment— Perkins 2016

With a five-year survival rate of 33.4%, primary brain tumors, which include those involving the meninges, are a rare variety of intracranial tumor. They have been connected to both high-dose ionizing radiation exposure and specific genetic disorders. These tumors are located using immunohistochemical results and histopathological criteria. Headaches and seizures are frequent symptoms, and the right imaging and histology are necessary for making a diagnosis. A multidisciplinary team decides on the best course of treatment depending on the kind, location, and likelihood of malignancy of the tumor as well as the patient's age and physical condition. Patients must be continuously watched for any complications during treatment, which frequently combines surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. When necessary, hospice and palliative care are provided.

Perkins, A., & Liu, G. (2016). Primary Brain Tumors in Adults: Diagnosis and Treatment. American family physician, 93(3), 211–217.