When should one be operated on for a meningioma?

Surgical intervention for a meningioma is typically recommended when the tumor is causing neurological symptoms, is significantly increasing in size, or is located in an area that poses a risk to critical brain structures. Additional factors include the patient's overall health, age, and the tumor's characteristics, such as type and grade. In some cases, if the meningioma is asymptomatic and small, monitoring may be preferred instead of immediate surgery. Ultimately, the decision should be made collaboratively between the patient and a multidisciplinary medical team.