Factors influencing caregiver burden during perioperative care for children with pediatric central nervous system tumors: an analysis of multidimensional burden and associated determinants

Caregivers of the children with pediatric CNS tumours experience significant perioperative care burden, which was higher before discharge than on admission. Interventions targeting postoperative nutritional management, caregiver employment support, and shortened hospital stays (when clinically feasible) may reduce burden. Strengthening caregiver education, psychological support, and social security systems is also recommended.