Three-dimensional endoscopy in transnasal transsphenoidal approach to clival chordomas.

Three-dimensional endoscopy in transnasal transsphenoidal approach to clival chordomas.

Head Neck. 2015 Dec 24;

Authors: Garzaro M, Zenga F, Raimondo L, Pacca P, Pennacchietti V, Riva G, Ducati A, Pecorari G

Abstract
BACKGROUND: The purpose of this prospective, observational study was to evaluate the management of skull base chordomas surgically resected via a 3D-endoscopic transnasal approach.
METHODS: Thirteen consecutive patients were observed and only 9 were surgically treated using a 3D-endoscopic transnasal approach assisted by a novel 3D visualization system.
RESULTS: Nine consecutive male patients (mean age, 57.4 years) underwent exclusive 3D-endoscopic transnasal transsphenoidal resection of clival chordomas; gross total resection was achieved in 66.6% of cases (6 of 9 patients), near-total resection in 11.2% (1 of 9 patients), and partial resection in 22.2% (2 of 9 patients). The complications observed were 2 cases of postoperative cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks and 1 case of temporary VI cranial nerve palsy.
CONCLUSION: No discomfort was recorded; when a dura opening was required, 3D vision allowed an accurate intradural sharp dissection and a precise repair of the skull base. © 2015 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Head Neck, 2015.

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