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Pediatric transseptal transsphenoidal pituitary surgery
L J Orvidas1, J L Kasperbauer, F B Meyer
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota 55905, USA.
American Journal of Rhinology
|September 9, 2000
Summary
Transseptal transsphenoidal surgery for pituitary tumors is effective in pediatric patients. While generally safe, potential long-term complications include nasal obstruction and deformity.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Pediatric Endocrinology
Background:
- Transseptal transsphenoidal surgery is a common approach for pituitary tumor removal in adults.
- Outcomes in pediatric patients, particularly those with developing nasal structures, are less understood.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of transseptal transsphenoidal pituitary surgery in pediatric patients.
- To identify early and long-term complications associated with this surgical approach in a young population.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 41 pediatric patients (<18 years) who underwent transseptal transsphenoidal pituitary surgery between 1986 and 1997.
- Analysis of diagnoses, presenting symptoms, surgical outcomes, complications, and long-term follow-up data.
Main Results:
- Prolactin-secreting adenoma and craniopharyngioma were the most common diagnoses.
- Transient diabetes insipidus was the most frequent early complication (20 patients).
- Long-term complications included nasal obstruction (5 patients), recurrent sinus infections (4 patients), and nasal deformity (4 patients).
Conclusions:
- Transseptal transsphenoidal surgery is a viable option for pediatric pituitary tumors, with successful outcomes.
- Careful monitoring for potential long-term nasal complications is recommended in pediatric patients.