[Efficacy of endoscopic surgical management for recurrent nasopharyngeal carcinoma]

Compared with re-radiotherapy or open surgery, endoscopic surgery for recurrent nasopharyngeal carcinoma has a better effect, which not only improves the overall survival rate, but also reduces serious complications, improves the quality of life and saves medical costs. With the advancement of modern surgical equipment and instruments, the deepening of anatomical research in the field of skull base, the improvement of surgical techniques and the development of multidisciplinary teamwork, the safety of endoscopic surgery and the rate of complete tumor resection will also increase. The indications for surgery are further expanded, and more patients with recurrent nasopharyngeal carcinoma benefit from endoscopic minimally invasive surgery. This article reviews the efficacy of endoscopic surgery for recurrent nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and then provides insights for the selection of clinical treatment strategies for recurrent nasopharyngeal carcinoma.