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September 20, 2025Neuro-Oncology AdvancesOpen Access

Incidence and management of posterior fossa syndrome in children at a tertiary care hospital in Karachi: a 10-year retrospective cohort

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NMNaureen MushtaqAAAfia ArifSZSoha Zahid

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Overview

Retrospective cohort analysis revealed 37.5% PFS incidence in pediatric patients, suggesting treatment options like zolpidem and therapy.

Key Points

  • The incidence of posterior fossa syndrome following tumor resection is notably high, with 37.5% of patients affected, indicating the need for improved management.
  • Among 168 patients, 63 developed posterior fossa syndrome, showing higher incidence in males and those with fourth ventricular tumors, particularly medulloblastomas.
  • Patients who underwent speech therapy alongside zolpidem showed significant improvement in speech, suggesting effective therapeutic interventions for PFS.
  • This study highlights the significant risk factors associated with posterior fossa syndrome, underscoring the need for targeted approaches in treatment and management.

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Mushtaq et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d46ab431b076d99fa67b3ahttps://doi.org/10.1093/noajnl/vdaf190
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