Article 2024 · 1 citations

Predictors of Functional Independence in Children with Spinal Cord Tumors After Surgery: From Physiotherapist Perspective

Cankaya, Ozge, Zengin, Yagmur, Bilgin, Sevil, Onal, Birol, Isikay, Ilkay, Kose, Nezire

Abstract

Knowledge of the factors affecting functional outcomes has an important role in the development of the care plan in children with spinal cord tumors. Retrospective study was planned to determine predictors of functional independence in children with spinal cord tumors. Data from 80 children treated for spinal cord tumors over 2001-2020-year period was analyzed. Results showed that key predictors such as younger age, higher KPS, and better initial WeeFIM scores were strongly associated with improved functional outcomes. Further multicenter prospective studies are recommended to validate these findings and explore long-term functional outcomes to enhance rehabilitation strategies for this patient population.

Keywords

Childhood independence outcome spine tumors LONG-TERM DISEASE INTRAMEDULLARY TUMORS AMBULATORY FUNCTION OUTCOMES MANAGEMENT RESECTION WEEFIM ASTROCYTOMAS EXPERIENCE

WoS Categories

Clinical Neurology Pediatrics Rehabilitation

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

Citation

Journal: DEVELOPMENTAL NEUROREHABILITATION
Year: 2024
Volume: 27
Issue: 5-6
Pages: 169-178
ISSN: 1751-8423
eISSN: 1751-8431
DOI: 10.1080/17518423.2024.2374535
WoS UID: WOS:001268793500001

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