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Neuroendoscopic Technique for Septated Chronic Subdural Hematoma: A Retrospective Study
Biao Li1, Jinxin Wan1, Qingla Li1
1Department of Neurosurgery, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China.
World Neurosurgery
|October 22, 2023
Summary
Neuroendoscopic hematoma evacuation (NHE) is more effective than burr hole craniotomy (BHC) for treating septated chronic subdural hematoma (sCSDH), showing better clearance rates and lower recurrence. Further research is needed on managing the hematoma
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
- Neurotrauma
Background:
- Septated chronic subdural hematoma (sCSDH) presents treatment challenges.
- Traditional burr hole craniotomy (BHC) has limitations in managing complex sCSDH.
- Neuroendoscopic hematoma evacuation (NHE) offers a minimally invasive alternative.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the efficacy of NHE versus BHC for sCSDH treatment.
- To analyze the technical advantages of NHE in managing sCSDH.
- To evaluate patient outcomes and recurrence rates between the two procedures.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of clinical data from 77 patients with sCSDH.
- Patients were divided into two groups: NHE (n=45) and BHC (n=32).
- Comparison of hematoma clearance, recovery rates, procedure times, and recurrence.
Main Results:
- NHE showed significantly higher complete hematoma clearance and better midline recovery.
- NHE group had shorter drainage and bed rest durations, but longer operative times.
- NHE demonstrated a significantly lower recurrence rate (2.2%) compared to BHC (18.8%).
Conclusions:
- NHE is a more effective treatment for sCSDH than BHC, with superior outcomes.
- NHE is recommended for wider clinical adoption due to its efficacy.
- Optimization of outer membrane management during NHE requires further investigation.
