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A transpalatal approach (Palate Split) to the Parapharyngeal space
N Vaid1, S Puntambekar, M Bora
1ENT Department, India.
Summary
A large parapharyngeal pleomorphic adenoma was successfully removed from a young patient using a transpalatal surgical approach. This method ensured complete tumor excision with good access to the parapharyngeal space.
Area of Science:
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Surgical Oncology
- Head and Neck Surgery
Background:
- Pleomorphic adenomas are benign salivary gland tumors.
- Parapharyngeal space tumors can present diagnostic and surgical challenges due to their location.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a case of a large parapharyngeal pleomorphic adenoma.
- To describe the successful excision of the tumor using a transpalatal approach.
Main Methods:
- A 20-year-old male patient presented with a large parapharyngeal pleomorphic adenoma.
- Surgical excision was performed via a transpalatal approach.
- Incision was made approximately 0.5 cm from tumor margins to ensure adequate access.
Main Results:
- The transpalatal approach provided excellent surgical access to the upper parapharyngeal space.
- Complete excision of the large pleomorphic adenoma was achieved.
- The patient tolerated the procedure well, with no immediate complications reported.
Conclusions:
- The transpalatal approach is a viable and effective surgical technique for complete excision of large parapharyngeal pleomorphic adenomas.
- This approach offers adequate visualization and access for safe tumor removal in this challenging anatomical region.
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