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Third ventricle tumor combined with hydrocephalus treated with endoscopic neurosurgery: a report of 4 cases and literature review

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Author:
No author available
Journal Title:
CHINESE JOURNAL OF NEUROMEDICINE
Issue:
5
DOI:
10.3760/cma.j.issn.1671-8925.2011.05.014
Key Word:
第三脑室;脑肿瘤;脑积水;神经内镜;Third ventricle;Cerebral tumor;Hydrocephalus;Neuroendoscopy

Abstract: Objective To explore the treatment methods and surgical techniques of the third ventricle tumor combined with hydrocephalus under neuroendoscope. Methods The clinical data and imaging findings of 4 patients with third ventricle tumor combined with hydrocephalus, treated with surgery under neuroendoscopy, were retrospectively analyzed; and related literatures were reviewed to conclude the surgical experiences and skills. Results Three of the 4 patients were performed surgery only by neuroendoscopy, and 1 by neuroendoscopic auxiliary microscope for the tumor complete resection. The clinical symptoms improved obviously after the surgery, and no significant complications and no dead case were noted.We followed up the 4 patients for 3-18 months; MRI showed that the tumor did not relapse and the hydrocephalus got improvement. Conclusion Endoscopic navigation can help to directly reach the locations of third ventricle tumor and decrease the unnecessary damage, which enjoys its advantages in tumor resection,relieving obstructive hydrocephalus and rebuilding the cerebrospinal fluid circulation, indicating that surgery under neuroendoscope is a safe, effective and minimally invasive method.

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