Abstract
Purpose: To propose a practice pathway based upon the available medical literature for the management of optic pathway gliomas. Methods: A computerized Medline search of the English language literature on optic pathway gliomas from 1966 to 1998 was made. A practice pathway for the management of these tumors was developed based upon the available evidence. Results: The results of the practice pathway are summarized in an easy-to-follow, user-friendly treatment algorithm. Conclusion: The treatment of optic pathway gliomas is controversial. The use of an evidence-based practice pathway may assist the clinician in the management of these difficult cases.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 139-155 |
Number of pages | 17 |
Journal | Neuro-Ophthalmology |
Volume | 22 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1999 |
Keywords
- Optic pathway gliomas
- Practice pathway
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Ophthalmology
- Clinical Neurology