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Microscopic with Endoscopic Surgery via Subtemporal Approach for Cavernous Sinus Cholesteatomas
Jiyuan Bu1, Yukun Hu1, Song Sun2
1Department of Neurosurgery & Brain and Nerve Research Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, People's Republic of China.
World Neurosurgery
|October 8, 2023
Summary
This study analyzed 16 cavernous sinus cholesteatoma cases, finding the "double-scope" technique via subtemporal approach effective for complete tumor resection and favorable prognoses.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Cholesteatomas can occur in the cavernous sinus, a complex anatomical region.
- Surgical management of these rare tumors presents significant challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To retrospectively analyze clinical data of 16 patients with cavernous sinus cholesteatomas.
- To explore surgical outcomes and summarize surgical experience for this condition.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of clinical data from 16 patients treated between June 2016 and June 2022.
- Surgical procedures were performed at the Department of Neurosurgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University.
Main Results:
- Common preoperative symptoms included headache, dizziness, diplopia, ptosis, and facial numbness.
- Complete tumor resection was achieved in 13 patients, with subtotal resection in 3.
- Postoperative symptoms improved in 5 patients, remained unchanged in 10, and worsened in 1. New cranial nerve defects occurred in 4 patients.
Conclusions:
- The "double-scope" technique utilizing a subtemporal approach is effective for complete resection of cavernous sinus cholesteatomas.
- The surgical strategy demonstrated a favorable prognosis for all patients during follow-up without progression.
