Awake craniotomy for brain tumor resection in the elderly: an institutional experience

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The incidence of CNS tumors increases significantly in the elderly, particularly those aged 85 and older, highlighting the need for effective treatment options.
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Awake craniotomy enhances tumor resection outcomes, improving extent of resection, progression-free survival, and overall survival compared to general anesthesia.
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Functional status assessment tools like ASA and KPS are crucial for evaluating elderly patients' suitability for neuro-oncological surgery.
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The study analyzed 70 elderly patients undergoing awake craniotomy, focusing on complications, hospital stay, and post-operative outcomes.
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Patient-reported experiences indicate that most elderly patients tolerate awake craniotomy well and often prefer it over procedures performed under general anesthesia.

Journal Of Neuro-Oncology

by Vratko Himic, Victor M. Lu, Roxanne C. Mayrand, Emma R. Sass, Caleigh Roach, Kate Stillman, Sebastian Vargas-George, Jay Chandar, Vaidya Govindarajan, Adham M. Khalafallah, Zachary C. Gersey, Daniel M. Aaronson, Michael E. Ivan, Ashish H. Shah, Ricardo J. Komotar
January 14, 2026

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