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Purely Endoscopic Keyhole Approach for Resection of a Frontal Falx Dural Arteriovenous Fistula: A Technical Note
Zhigang Yang1, Yang Gao2, Tengfei Liu2
1National Clinic Research Center for Interventional Medicine, Shanghai, China; Department of Neurosurgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
World Neurosurgery
|August 10, 2022
Summary
A rare dural arteriovenous fistula (DAVF) in the falx cerebri was successfully treated with endoscopic keyhole microsurgery. This minimally invasive approach offers a safe and effective option for treating complex brain vascular malformations.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Vascular Neurology
- Minimally Invasive Techniques
Background:
- Dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVFs) in the falx cerebri are uncommon cerebrovascular malformations.
- Surgical resection is a primary treatment modality for symptomatic DAVFs.
Observation:
- A 69-year-old male presented with seizures secondary to a frontal falx cerebri DAVF.
- The DAVF exhibited multiple fistula points, necessitating precise surgical intervention.
Findings:
- A purely endoscopic keyhole microsurgical technique was employed for DAVF resection.
- The procedure resulted in complete DAVF obliteration with no neurological deficits or major vascular complications.
- Postoperative follow-up confirmed the absence of recurrent epilepsy.
Implications:
- Endoscopic keyhole microsurgery represents a feasible and safe minimally invasive option for falx cerebri DAVFs.
- This technique provides enhanced visualization and control, crucial for complex neurosurgical procedures.
- Minimally invasive resection may lead to improved patient outcomes and reduced recovery times for DAVF treatment.
