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Neurosurgical Review
Published in: Neurosurgical Review 1/2024

01-12-2024 | Lymphoma | Correspondence

Letter to editor: C‑reactive protein levels, the prognostic nutritional index, and the lactate dehydrogenase‑to‑lymphocyte ratio are important prognostic factors in primary central nervous system lymphoma: a single‑center study of 223 patients

Authors: Zaib Un Nisa Mughal, Abdul Haseeb

Published in: Neurosurgical Review | Issue 1/2024

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Abstract

This critique evaluates a letter to the editor discussing prognostic factors in primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL), focusing on C-reactive protein (CRP) levels, prognostic nutritional index (PNI), and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH)-to-lymphocyte ratio. While the letter provides valuable insights, limitations including reliance on a single-center dataset, lack of consideration for potential confounders, insufficient contextualization within existing literature, and limited discussion of clinical implications are identified. Addressing these limitations is crucial for enhancing the relevance and applicability of the findings in PCNSL management.
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Metadata
Title
Letter to editor: C‑reactive protein levels, the prognostic nutritional index, and the lactate dehydrogenase‑to‑lymphocyte ratio are important prognostic factors in primary central nervous system lymphoma: a single‑center study of 223 patients
Authors
Zaib Un Nisa Mughal
Abdul Haseeb
Publication date
01-12-2024
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Keyword
Lymphoma
Published in
Neurosurgical Review / Issue 1/2024
Print ISSN: 0344-5607
Electronic ISSN: 1437-2320
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10143-024-02387-z

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