Meningioma Quality of Life (QOL) Validation Study

Meningiomas represent the most common type of brain tumours arising from the brain itself, accounting for about 30% of cases. Effective treatments like surgery and radiation exist, yet patients may continue to suffer from symptoms that lower their quality of life (QOL). Currently used tools for measuring QOL are not specific to the unique needs of meningioma patients and may not accurately reflect the QOL issues most important to them. This project aims to improve the care of patients with meningioma by shortening and validating an existing patient-centered, meningioma-specific questionnaire that comprehensively evaluates QOL in meningioma patients to ensure it is an accurate and reliable tool for use in routine care.

Faculty Supervisor:

Jennifer Brooks

Student:

Partner:

St. Michael's Hospital (Unity Health)

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

University of Toronto

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