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Lateral Molar Approach-Driven Transoral Endoscopic Procedure for Benign Infratemporal Fossa Tumor Resection
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[Infratemporal fossa schwannoma]
Ivana Mijatov1, Bojan Pejaković, Benjamin Nalić
1Klinika za maksilofacijalnu hirurgiju, Klinicki centar Vojvodine, Novi Sad. ivanamijatov@orion.rs
Medicinski Pregled
|July 30, 2013
Summary
This case report details a rare infratemporal fossa tumor, identified as a schwannoma in a 72-year-old female. Successful surgical removal via a transfacial-transzygomatic approach preserved facial function.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Oncology
Background:
- The infratemporal fossa is clinically significant due to its anatomical contents and regional connections.
- Primary tumors of the infratemporal fossa, though rare, necessitate surgical intervention based on size and location.
Observation:
- A 72-year-old female presented with facial paresthesia, diagnosed with an infratemporal fossa tumor via imaging.
- The tumor was surgically excised using a transfacial-transzygomatic approach.
Findings:
- Histopathological analysis confirmed the tumor as a schwannoma.
- The patient experienced an uncomplicated postoperative recovery and reported no discomfort at one-month follow-up.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis and appropriate surgical approach are crucial for successful infratemporal fossa tumor resection.
- Complete tumor removal while preserving adjacent structures is key to optimal patient outcomes.
