Endoscope-assisted resection of brainstem cavernous malformations.

ABSTRACT: Targeted surgical precision and minimally invasive techniques are of utmost importance for resectioning cavernous malformations involving the brainstem region. Minimisation of the surgical corridor is desirable but should not compromise the extent of resection. This study provides detailed information on the role of endoscopy in this challenging surgical task. A retrospective analysis of medical documentation, radiologic studies and detailed intraoperative video documentation was performed for all consecutive patients who underwent surgical resection of brainstem cavernous malformations between 2010 and 2020 at the authors' institution. A case-based volumetry of the corticotomy was performed and compared to cavernoma dimensions. A total of 20 procedures have been performed in 19 patients.

SUBMITTER: Oertel J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9349151 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature