A craniotomy is typically recommended when the brain tumor is accessible and its removal can significantly improve the patient's prognosis or quality of life. Indications for a craniotomy in cancer patients include the need to:
- Remove a primary brain tumor such as glioblastoma, meningioma, or astrocytoma. - Excise metastatic tumors that have spread to the brain from other parts of the body. - Obtain a biopsy for accurate diagnosis. - Relieve intracranial pressure caused by tumor growth. - Address neurological symptoms such as seizures, headaches, or motor deficits.
