ArticleSurgical neurology international2025
Improving glioma resection with 2D-intraoperative ultrasound: Observational results and systematic literature correlation.
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- Intraoperative ultrasonography with intraoperative MRI confirmation in glioma surgery: Evaluating a combined resection strategy.Surgical neurology international · 2026Article
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Abstract
Background: Maximizing tumor resection is a key prognostic factor in glioma surgery. Intraoperative cerebral ultrasonography (IOUS) offers real-time, cost-effective guidance that can enhance the extent of resection (EOR) and gross total resection (GTR) rates, but data remain heterogeneous. Methods: We conducted a retrospective analysis of a prospective observational database including patients with gliomas undergoing surgery with or without IOUS guidance in one tertiary neurosurgical center. Inclusion criteria were preoperative magnetic resonance imaging-suspected gliomas, intended GTR, and available early postoperative imaging. Outcomes were compared using propensity score matching. In addition, a systematic literature review covering 2018-2024 was performed following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Results: A total of 38 patients were included after matching, with 19 patients in each group. IOUS use significantly improved the mean EOR (85.0% vs. 66.2%, Conclusion: IOUS significantly enhances resection outcomes in glioma surgery and demonstrates a progressive benefit with surgeon experience. Given its versatility, low cost, and growing integration with technologies such as contrast-enhanced ultrasound and artificial intelligence, IOUS remains a fundamental tool in modern neurooncology. Future multicenter prospective studies are needed to standardize its use and assess long-term patient outcomes.
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