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Saez-Alegre M, Torregrossa F, Jean WC, Morshed RA, Piper K, Link MJ, Van Gompel JJ, Peris Celda M, Pinheiro Neto CD. A Cadaveric Feasibility Study of the Biportal Endoscopic Transfrontal Sinus Approach: A Minimally Invasive Approach to the Anterior Cranial Fossa. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2024:01787389-990000000-01216. [PMID: 38953666 DOI: 10.1227/ons.0000000000001249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES The trans-sinus transglabellar and bifrontal approaches offer direct access to the anterior cranial fossa. However, these approaches present potential drawbacks. We propose the biportal endoscopic transfrontal sinus (BETS) approach, adapting endoscopic endonasal approach (EEA) techniques for minimally invasive access to the anterior fossa, reducing tissue manipulation, venous sacrifice, and brain retraction. METHODS Six formalin specimens were used. BETS approach involves 2 incisions over the medial aspect of both eyebrows from the supraorbital notch to the medial end of the eyebrow. A unilateral pedicled pericranial flap is harvested. A craniotomy through the anterior table of the frontal sinus (FS) and a separate craniotomy through the posterior table are performed. Two variants of the approach (preservative vs cranialization) are described for opening and reconstruction of the FS based on the desired pathology to access. Bone flap replacement can be performed with titanium plates and filling of the external table defect with bone cement. RESULTS Like in EEA, this approach provides access for endoscope and multiple working instruments to be used simultaneously. The approach allows wide access to the anterior cranial fossa, subfrontal, and interhemispheric corridors, all the way up to the suprachiasmatic corridor and through the lamina terminalis to the third ventricle. BETS provides direct access to the anterior fossa, minimizing the level of frontal lobe retraction and providing potentially less tissue disruption and improved cosmesis. Cerebrospinal fluid fistula risk remains one of the major concerns as the narrow corridor limits achieving a watertight closure which can be mitigated with a pedicled flap. Mucocele risk is minimized with full cranialization or reconstruction of the FS. CONCLUSION The BETS approach is a minimally invasive approach that translates the concepts of EEA to the FS. It allows excellent access to the anterior cranial fossa structures with minimal frontal lobe retraction.
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- Miguel Saez-Alegre
- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
- Division of Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
- Division of Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
- Division of Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
- Rhoton Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Surgical Anatomy Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
- Division of Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
- Rhoton Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Surgical Anatomy Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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Zhou L, Jing X, Wang C, Zhang H, Lei P, Song P, Li Z, Gao L, Lu M, Chen Q, Cai Q. Clinical application of transcranial neuroendoscopy combined with supraorbital keyhole approach in minimally invasive surgery of the anterior skull base. Sci Rep 2024; 14:14886. [PMID: 38937569 PMCID: PMC11211481 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-65758-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024] Open
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To explore the techniques, safety, and feasibility of minimally invasive neurosurgery through the supraorbital eyebrow arch keyhole approach by neuroendoscopy. Retrospective analysis of clinical data of patients with various cranial diseases treated by transcranial neuroendoscopic supraorbital eyebrow keyhole approach in our hospital from March 2021 to October 2023. A total of 39 complete cases were collected, including 21 cases of intracranial aneurysms, 9 cases of intracranial space occupying lesions, 5 cases of brain trauma, 3 cases of cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea, and 1 case of cerebral hemorrhage. All patients' surgeries were successful. The good prognosis rate of intracranial aneurysms was 17/21 (81%), and the symptom improvement rate of intracranial space occupying lesions was 8/9 (88.9%). Among them, the initial symptoms of one patient with no improvement were not related to space occupying, while the total effective rate of the other three types of patients was 9/9 (100%). The average length of the craniotomy bone window of the supraorbital eyebrow arch keyhole is 3.77 ± 0.31 cm, and the average width is 2.53 ± 0.23 cm. The average postoperative hospital stay was 14.77 ± 6.59 days. The average clearance rate of hematoma by neuroendoscopy is 95.00% ± 1.51%. Our results indicate that endoscopic surgery through the supraorbital eyebrow arch keyhole approach is safe and effective for the treatment of anterior skull base lesions and cerebral hemorrhage. However, this retrospective study is a single center, small sample study, and the good surgical results do not exclude the subjective screening of suitable patients by clinical surgeons, which may have some bias. Although the clinical characteristics such as indications and contraindications of this surgical method still require further prospective and multicenter clinical research validation, our study still provides a new approach and choice for minimally invasive surgical treatment of anterior skull base lesions.
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- Long Zhou
- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, No. 238, Jiefang Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Xiantao First People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangtze University, No. 29, Middle Section of Mianzhou Avenue, Xiantao City, 433000, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Xiaochang First People's Hospital, No. 1, Zhanqian Road, Xiaochang County, Xiaogan City, 432900, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, No. 238, Jiefang Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, No. 238, Jiefang Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, No. 238, Jiefang Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, No. 238, Jiefang Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, No. 238, Jiefang Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, No. 238, Jiefang Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, No. 238, Jiefang Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, No. 238, Jiefang Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, 430060, Hubei Province, China.
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Mosteiro A, Codes M, Tafuto R, Manfrellotti R, Torales J, Enseñat J, Di Somma A, Prats-Galino A. Transorbital approach to the cavernous sinus: an anatomical study of the related cranial nerves. Front Neuroanat 2024; 18:1367533. [PMID: 38693948 PMCID: PMC11061526 DOI: 10.3389/fnana.2024.1367533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 03/06/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024] Open
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Background The cavernous sinus (CS) is a demanding surgical territory, given its deep location and the involvement of multiple neurovascular structures. Subjected to recurrent discussion on the optimal surgical access, the endoscopic transorbital approach has been recently proposed as a feasible route for selected lesions in the lateral CS. Still, for this technique to safely evolve and consolidate, a comprehensive anatomical description of involved cranial nerves, dural ligaments, and arterial relations is needed. Objective Detailed anatomical description of the CS, the course of III, IV, VI, and V cranial nerves, and C3-C7 segments of the carotid artery, all described from the ventrolateral endoscopic transorbital perspective. Methods Five embalmed human cadaveric heads (10 sides) were dissected. An endoscopic transorbital approach with lateral orbital rim removal, anterior clinoidectomy, and petrosectomy was performed. The course of the upper cranial nerves was followed from their apparent origin in the brainstem, through the middle fossa or cavernous sinus, and up to their entrance to the orbit. Neuronavigation was used to follow the course of the nerves and to measure their length of surgical exposure. Results The transorbital approach allowed us to visualize the lateral wall of the CS, with cranial nerves III, IV, V1-3, and VI. Anterior clinoidectomy and opening of the frontal dura and the oculomotor triangle revealed the complete course of the III nerve, an average of 37 (±2) mm in length. Opening the trigeminal pore and cutting the tentorium permitted to follow the IV nerve from its course around the cerebral peduncle up to the orbit, an average of 54 (±4) mm. Opening the infratrochlear triangle revealed the VI nerve intracavernously and under Gruber's ligament, and the extended petrosectomy allowed us to see its cisternal portion (27 ± 6 mm). The trigeminal root was completely visible and so were its three branches (46 ± 2, 34 ± 3, and 31 ± 1 mm, respectively). Conclusion Comprehensive anatomic knowledge and extensive surgical expertise are required when addressing the CS. The transorbital corridor exposes most of the cisternal and the complete cavernous course of involved cranial nerves. This anatomical article helps understanding relations of neural, vascular, and dural structures involved in the CS approach, essential to culminating the learning process of transorbital surgery.
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- Alejandra Mosteiro
- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy (LSNA), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy (LSNA), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy (LSNA), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università Degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”, Naples, Italy
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy (LSNA), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Division of Neurosurgery, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale - Monza, Ospedale San Gerardo, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy (LSNA), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy (LSNA), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy (LSNA), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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Ferres A, Tercero-Uribe AI, Matas J, Alcubierre R, Codes M, Tafuto R, Camós-Carreras A, Muñoz-Lopetegi A, Tercero J, Alobid I, Sanchez-Dalmau B, Di Somma A, Enseñat J. Neurophysiologic Monitoring of Oculomotor Nerves During Transorbital Surgery: Proof of Concept and Anatomic Demonstration. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2024:01787389-990000000-01109. [PMID: 38578710 DOI: 10.1227/ons.0000000000001139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/07/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Transorbital neuroendoscopic surgery (TONES) is continuously evolving and gaining terrain in approaching different skull base pathologies. The objective of this study was to present our methodology for introducing recording electrodes, which includes a new transconjunctival pathway, to monitor the extraocular muscle function during TONES. METHODS A translational observational study was performed from an anatomic demonstration focused on the transconjunctival electrode placement technique to a descriptive analysis in our series of 6 patients operated using TONES in association with intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring of the oculomotor nerves from 2017 to 2023. The stepwise anatomic demonstration for the electrode placement and correct positioning in the target muscle was realized through cadaveric dissection. The descriptive analysis evaluated viability (obtention of the electromyography in each cranial nerve [CN] monitored), security (complications), and compatibility (interference with TONES). RESULTS In our series of 6 patients, 16 CNs were correctly monitored: 6 (100%) CNs III, 5 (83.3%) CNs VI, and 5 (83.3%) CNs IV. Spontaneous electromyography was registered correctly, and compound muscle action potential using triggered electromyography was obtained for anatomic confirmation of structures (1 CN III and VI). No complications nor interference with the surgical procedure were detected. CONCLUSION The methodology for introducing the recording electrodes was viable, secure, and compatible with TONES.
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- Abel Ferres
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurology, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Clinic Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Clinic Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Clinic Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurology, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Institut Clinic d'Especialitats Mèdiques i Quirúrgiques (ICEMEQ), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Clinic Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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Lin BJ, Ju DT, Hueng DY, Chen YH, Ma HI, Liu MY. Endoscopic transorbital decompression for traumatic superior orbital fissure syndrome: from cadaveric study to clinical application. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2024; 281:1933-1940. [PMID: 38197935 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-023-08440-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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PURPOSE The endoscopic endonasal approach (EEA) is a minimally invasive and promising modality for treating traumatic superior orbital fissure (SOF) syndrome (tSOFS). Recently, the endoscopic transorbital approach (ETOA) has been considered an alternative method for reaching the anterolateral skull base. This study accessed the practicality of using the ETOA to treat SOF decompression using both cadaveric dissection and clinical application. METHODS Bilateral anatomic dissections were performed on four adult cadaveric heads using the ETOA and EEA to address SOF decompression. The ETOA procedure for SOF decompression is described, and the extent of SOF decompression was compared between the ETOA and EEA. The clinical feasibility of the ETOA for treating SOF decompression was performed in two patients diagnosed with tSOFS. RESULTS ETOA allowed for decompression over the lateral aspect of the SOF, from the meningo-orbital band superolaterally to the maxillary strut inferomedially. By contrast, the EEA allowed for decompression over the medial aspect of the SOF, from the lateral opticocarotid recess superiorly to the maxillary strut inferiorly. In both patients treated using the ETOA and SOF decompression, the severity of ophthalmoplegia got obvious improvement. CONCLUSIONS Based on the cadaveric findings, ETOA provided a feasible access pathway for SOF decompression with reliable outcomes, and our patients confirmed the clinical efficacy of the ETOA for managing tSOFS.
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- Bon-Jour Lin
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, No 325, Section 2, Cheng-Kung Road, Neihu 114, Taipei, Taiwan.
- Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan.
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, No 325, Section 2, Cheng-Kung Road, Neihu 114, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, No 325, Section 2, Cheng-Kung Road, Neihu 114, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, No 325, Section 2, Cheng-Kung Road, Neihu 114, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, No 325, Section 2, Cheng-Kung Road, Neihu 114, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, No 325, Section 2, Cheng-Kung Road, Neihu 114, Taipei, Taiwan
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Corrivetti F, Guizzardi G, Bove I, Enseñat J, Prats-Galino A, Solari D, Cavallo LM, Iaconetta G, Di Somma A, de Notaris M. Transorbital Exposure of the Internal Carotid Artery: A Detailed Anatomic and Quantitative Roadmap for Safe Successful Surgery. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2024; 26:314-322. [PMID: 37815220 DOI: 10.1227/ons.0000000000000943] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 10/11/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES The superior eyelid endoscopic transorbital approach has rapidly gained popularity among neurosurgeons for its advantages in the treatment, in a minimally invasive fashion, of a large variety of skull base pathologies. In this study, an anatomic description of the internal carotid artery (ICA) is provided to identify risky zones related to lesions that may be approached using this technique. In this framework, a practical roadmap can help the surgeon to avoid potentially life-threatening iatrogenic vascular injuries. METHODS Eight embalmed adult cadaveric specimens (16 sides) injected with a mixture of red latex and iodinate contrast underwent superior eyelid transorbital endoscopic approach, followed by interdural dissection of the cavernous sinus, extradural anterior clinoidectomy, and anterior petrosectomy, to expose the entire "transorbital" pathway of the ICA. Furthermore, the distance of each segment of the ICA explored by means of the superior eyelid endoscopic transorbital approach was quantitatively analyzed using a neuronavigation system. RESULTS We exposed 4 distinct ICA segments and named the anatomic window in which they are displayed in accordance with the cavernous sinus triangles distribution of the middle cranial fossa: (1) clinoidal (Dolenc), (2) infratrochlear (Parkinson), (3) anteromedial (Mullan), and (4) petrous (Kawase). Critical anatomy and key surgical landmarks were defined to further identify the main danger zones during the different steps of the approach. CONCLUSION A detailed knowledge of the reliable surgical landmarks of the course of the ICA as seen through an endoscopic transorbital route and its relationship with the cranial nerves are essential to perform a safe and successful surgery.
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- Francesco Corrivetti
- Laboratory of Neuroanatomy, EBRIS Foundation, European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno, Salerno , Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic de Barcelona, Barcelona , Spain
- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona , Spain
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples , Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic de Barcelona, Barcelona , Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona , Spain
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples , Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples , Italy
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- Unit of Neurosurgery, University Hospital San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d'Aragona, University of Salerno, Salerno , Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic de Barcelona, Barcelona , Spain
- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona , Spain
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- Laboratory of Neuroanatomy, EBRIS Foundation, European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno, Salerno , Italy
- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic de Barcelona, Barcelona , Spain
- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona , Spain
- Division of Neurosurgery, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples , Italy
- Unit of Neurosurgery, University Hospital San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d'Aragona, University of Salerno, Salerno , Italy
- Department of Neuroscience, Neurosurgery Operative Unit, "San Pio" Hospital, Benevento , Italy
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Iwami K, Fujii M, Watanabe T, Osuka K. Exo- and endoscopic lateral orbital wall approach for the medial temporal lobe glioma: how I do it. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2024; 166:110. [PMID: 38409616 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-024-06011-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 02/28/2024]
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BACKGROUND The endoscopic transorbital approach provides a direct access to the medial temporal lobe (MTL). However, when excising a highly vascular tumour, a wider access route that enables the concurrent use of standard neurosurgical instruments with both hands is preferable. METHOD We described the concept and technique of the lateral orbital wall approach (LOWA), which comprises orbitotomy and mini-craniotomy to treat MTL lesions using an exoscope and endoscope. CONCLUSION The LOWA provides a safe and natural surgical corridor to the MTL and enables 2- or 3-hand surgery. Hence, LOWA can potentially improve safety and efficiency to treat MTL lesions.
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- Kenichiro Iwami
- Department of Neurosurgery, Aichi Medical University, 1-1 Yazakokarimata, Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture, 480-1195, Japan.
- Skull Base Surgery Center, Aichi Medical University Hospital, 1-1 Yazakokarimata, Nagakute City, Prefecture Aichi, 480-1195, Japan.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Fukushima Medical University, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Aichi Medical University, 1-1 Yazakokarimata, Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture, 480-1195, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Aichi Medical University, 1-1 Yazakokarimata, Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture, 480-1195, Japan
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d'Avella E, Somma T, Fabozzi GL, Committeri U, Romano A, Cappabianca P, Cavallo LM. Endoscopic transorbital and transcranial multiportal resection of a sphenoorbital meningiomas with custom bone 3D printing reconstruction: Case report. Head Neck 2024; 46:E18-E25. [PMID: 37994687 DOI: 10.1002/hed.27582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2023] [Revised: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 11/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Sphenoorbital meningiomas (SOM) harbor intrinsic features that render their surgical management and the reconstruction of the resulting bony defect overtly challenging. METHODS A 70-year-old woman, harboring a long-standing left frontotemporal bony swelling conservatively managed, presented with progressive left proptosis. Radiological features were consistent with an en plaque SOM. A one-step multiportal transcranial and endoscopic transorbital approach (TOA) with custom bone three-dimensional (3D) printing reconstruction using polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) was scheduled. RESULTS Postoperative functional and aesthetic results were excellent, with proptosis and calvarian deformity resolution. Tumor subtotal resection was achieved. Histopathological diagnosis confirmed a transitional meningioma (WHO grade I). CONCLUSIONS The endoscopic TOA, isolated or as part of a multiportal strategy, has entered the surgical armamentarium for the treatment of SOMs. A customized PMMA cranioplasty can be considered a possible option for the reconstruction of large bony defects in a one-step fashion.
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- Elena d'Avella
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Dental Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Dental Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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Locatelli D, Veiceschi P, Arosio AD, Agosti E, Peris-Celda M, Castelnuovo P. 360 Degrees Endoscopic Access to and Through the Orbit. Adv Tech Stand Neurosurg 2024; 50:231-275. [PMID: 38592533 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-53578-9_8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/10/2024]
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The treatment of pathologies located within and surrounding the orbit poses considerable surgical challenges, due to the intricate presence of critical neurovascular structures in such deep, confined spaces. Historically, transcranial and craniofacial approaches have been widely employed to deal with orbital pathologies. However, recent decades have witnessed the emergence of minimally invasive techniques aimed at reducing morbidity. Among these techniques are the endoscopic endonasal approach and the subsequently developed endoscopic transorbital approach (ETOA), encompassing both endonasal and transpalpebral approaches. These innovative methods not only facilitate the management of intraorbital lesions but also offer access to deep-seated lesions within the anterior, middle, and posterior cranial fossa via specific transorbital and endonasal corridors. Contemporary research indicates that ETOAs have demonstrated exceptional outcomes in terms of morbidity rates, cosmetic results, and complication rates. This study aims to provide a comprehensive description of endoscopic-assisted techniques that enable a 360° access to the orbit and its surrounding regions. The investigation will delve into indications, advantages, and limitations associated with different approaches, while also drawing comparisons between endoscopic approaches and traditional microsurgical transcranial approaches.
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- Davide Locatelli
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, "Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi", University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
- Head and Neck and Forensic Dissection Research Center (HNS&FDRc), Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
- Research Center for Pituitary Adenoma and Sellar Pathology, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, "Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi", University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Division of Otorhinolaryngology, Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, "Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi", University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, "Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi", University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
- Unit of Neurosurgery, Spedali Civili Hospital, Brescia, Italy
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- Rhoton Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Surgical Anatomy Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Head and Neck and Forensic Dissection Research Center (HNS&FDRc), Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
- Research Center for Pituitary Adenoma and Sellar Pathology, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
- Division of Otorhinolaryngology, Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, "Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi", University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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Di Somma A, Codes M, Guizzardi G, Mosteiro A, Tafuto R, Ferres A, Matas J, Prats-Galino A, Enseñat J, Cavallo LM. Transorbital Route to Intracranial Space. Adv Tech Stand Neurosurg 2024; 52:183-205. [PMID: 39017795 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-61925-0_14] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/18/2024]
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The endoscopic superior eyelid transorbital approach has emerged as a notable and increasingly utilized surgical technique in recent years. This chapter presents an overview of the approach, tracing its historical development and highlighting its growing acceptance within the skull base community.Beginning with an introduction and historical perspective, the chapter outlines the evolution of the transorbital approach, shedding light on its origins and the factors driving its adoption. Subsequently, a comprehensive exploration of the anatomic bone pillars and intracranial spaces accessible via this approach is provided. Hence, five bone pillars of the transorbital approach were identified, namely the lesser sphenoid wing, the anterior clinoid, the sagittal crest, the middle cranial fossa, and the petrous apex. A detailed correlation of those bone targets with respective intracranial areas has been reported.Furthermore, the chapter delves into the practical application of the technique through a case example, offering insights into its clinical utility, indications, and limitations.
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- Alberto Di Somma
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universidad de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universidad de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universidad de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universidad de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neuroscience and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universidad de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universidad de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universidad de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neuroscience and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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Zoia C, Mastantuoni C, Solari D, de Notaris M, Corrivetti F, Spena G, Cavallo LM. Transorbital and supraorbital uniportal multicorridor approach to the orbit, anterior, middle and posterior cranial fossa: Anatomic study. BRAIN & SPINE 2023; 4:102719. [PMID: 38163002 PMCID: PMC10753433 DOI: 10.1016/j.bas.2023.102719] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2023] [Revised: 11/21/2023] [Accepted: 11/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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Introduction The transorbital route has been proposed for addressing orbital and paramedian skull base lesions. It can be complemented by further marginotomies, as per "extended-transorbital approach" and combined with others ventro-basal approaches featuring the concept of "multiportal surgery". Nevertheless, it cannot address some anatomical regions like the clinoid, carotid bifurcation and the Sylvian fissure. Therefore, we propose a combined transorbital and a supraorbital approach, attainable by a single infra-brow incision, and we called it "Uniportal multicorridor" approach. Research question The aim of our study is to verify its feasibility and deep anatomical targets through a cadaveric study. Materials and methods Anatomic dissections were performed at the Laboratory of ICLO Teaching and Research Center (Verona, Italy) on four formalin-fixed cadaveric heads injected with colored neoprene latex (8 sides). A stepwise dissection of the supraorbital and transorbital approaches (with an infra-brow skin incision) to the anterior tentorial incisura, clinoid area, lateral wall of the cavernous sinus, middle temporal fossa, posterior fossa, and Sylvian fissure is described. Results We analyzed the anatomic areas reached by the transorbital corridor dividing them as follow: lateral wall of the cavernous sinus, middle temporal fossa, posterior fossa, and Sylvian fissure; while the anatomic areas addressed by the supraorbital craniotomy were the clinoid area and the anterior tentorial incisura. Conclusions The described uniportal multi-corridor approach combines a transorbital corridor and a supraorbital craniotomy, providing a unique intra and extradural control over the anterior, middle, and posterior fossa, tentorial incisura and the Sylvian fissure, via an infra-brow skin incision.
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- Cesare Zoia
- UOC Neurochirurgia, Ospedale Moriggia Pelascini, Gravedona, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Universita Degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Universita Degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Neurosurgery Operative Unit, “San Pio” Hospital, Benevento, Italy
- Laboratory of Neuroscience, EBRIS Foundation, European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Laboratory of Neuroscience, EBRIS Foundation, European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Universita Degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Patel TA, Mustak H, Lubbe DE. Tips and tricks for maximising access to the middle cranial fossa using the superior lateral orbital portal. J Laryngol Otol 2023; 137:1401-1405. [PMID: 36503647 DOI: 10.1017/s0022215122002560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Transorbital endoscopic approaches are becoming increasingly popular for skull base pathologies; the superior lateral orbital portal is one such approach to the middle cranial fossa. This paper provides a technical description that maximises the surgical portal and minimises morbidity. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION A superior lid crease incision is made extending laterally and the orbital rim is exposed. A subperiosteal dissection of the lateral and superior orbit is performed, with elevation of periosteum off Whitnall's tubercle, ligation of the recurrent branch of the middle meningeal artery, and identification of the superior orbital fissure. The lacrimal keyhole is then drilled away. The middle cranial fossa is accessed by drilling posterior to the orbital rim to expose: the temporalis muscle anterior-laterally, the dura of the temporal lobe posterior-laterally, the anterior cranial fossa superiorly and the periorbita medially. CONCLUSION These surgical steps can maximise the surgical portal and minimise morbidity, with avoidance of injury to surrounding structures.
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- T A Patel
- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Centre, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Division of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa, and Gruute Schuur Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Otolaryngology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa, and Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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De Rosa A, Mosteiro A, Guizzardi G, Roldán P, Torales J, Matas Fassi J, Cavallo LM, Solari D, Prats-Galino A, Di Somma A, Enseñat J. Endoscopic transorbital resection of the temporal lobe: anatomic qualitative and quantitative study. Front Neuroanat 2023; 17:1282226. [PMID: 37818154 PMCID: PMC10560990 DOI: 10.3389/fnana.2023.1282226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/30/2023] [Indexed: 10/12/2023] Open
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Objective Starting from an anatomic study describing the possibility of reaching the temporal region through an endoscopic transorbital approach, many clinical reports have now demonstrated the applicability of this strategy when dealing with intra-axial lesions. The study aimed to provide both a qualitative anatomic description of the temporal region, as seen through a transorbital perspective, and a quantitative analysis of the amount of temporal lobe resection achievable via this route. Material and methods A total of four cadaveric heads (eight sides) were dissected at the Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy (LSNA) of the University of Barcelona, Spain. A stepwise description of the resection of the temporal lobe through a transorbital perspective is provided. Qualitative anatomical descriptions and quantitative analysis of the amount of the resection were evaluated by means of pre- and post-dissection CT and MRI scans, and three-dimensional reconstructions were made by means of BrainLab®Software. Results The transorbital route gives easy access to the temporal region, without the need for extensive bone removal. The resection of the temporal lobe proceeded in a subpial fashion, mimicking what happens in a surgical scenario. According to our quantitative analysis, the mean volume removed was 51.26%, with the most superior and lateral portion of the temporal lobe being the most difficult to reach. Conclusion This anatomic study provides qualitative and quantitative details about the resection of the temporal lobe via an endoscopic transorbital approach. Our results showed that the resection of more than half of the temporal lobe is possible through this surgical corridor. While the anterior, inferior, and mesial portions of the temporal lobe were easily accessible, the most superior and lateral segment was more difficult to reach and resect. Our study serves as an integration to the current anatomic knowledge and clinical practice knowledge highlighting and also as a starting point for further anatomic studies addressing more selected segments of the temporal lobe, i.e., the mesial temporal region.
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- Andrea De Rosa
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universidad de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”, Naples, Italy
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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Serioli S, Nizzola M, Plou P, De Bonis A, Meyer J, Leonel LCPC, Tooley AA, Wagner LH, Bradley EA, Van Gompel JJ, Benini ME, Dallan I, Peris-Celda M. Surgical Anatomy of the Microscopic and Endoscopic Transorbital Approach to the Middle Fossa and Cavernous Sinus: Anatomo-Radiological Study with Clinical Applications. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 15:4435. [PMID: 37760405 PMCID: PMC10527149 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15184435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2023] [Revised: 08/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The transorbital approaches (TOAs) have acquired growing notoriety, thanks to their ability to offer alternative corridors to the skull base. However, the limited access and the unfamiliarity with this surgical perspective make recognition of key landmarks difficult, especially for less experienced surgeons. The study wants to offer a detailed description of the anatomy to comprehend the potential and limitations of TOAs. METHODS Measurements of the orbit region and the surrounding areas were performed on two hundred high-resolution CT scans and thirty-nine dry skulls. Five specimens were dissected to illustrate the TOA, and one was used to perform the extradural clinoidectomy. Three clinical cases highlighted the surgical applications. RESULTS A step-by-step description of the key steps of the TOA was proposed and a comparison with the transcranial anterior clinoidectomy was discussed. The mean work distance was 6.1 ± 0.4 cm, and the lateral working angle increased 20 ± 5.4° after removing the lateral orbital rim. CONCLUSIONS TOAs are indicated in selected cases when tumor involves the lateral portion of the cavernous sinus or the middle skull base, obtaining a direct decompression of the optic nerve and avoiding excessive manipulation of the neurovascular structures. Comprehension of surgical anatomy of the orbit and its surrounding structures is essential to safely perform these approaches.
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- Simona Serioli
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences and Public Health, University of Brescia, 25123 Brescia, Italy;
- Rhoton Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Surgical Anatomy Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA; (M.N.); (P.P.); (A.D.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.P.C.L.)
- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA;
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- Rhoton Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Surgical Anatomy Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA; (M.N.); (P.P.); (A.D.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.P.C.L.)
- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA;
- Department of Neurosurgery and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, I.R.C.C.S. San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute University, 20132 Milan, Italy
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- Rhoton Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Surgical Anatomy Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA; (M.N.); (P.P.); (A.D.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.P.C.L.)
- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA;
- Neurosurgery Department, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires C1199, Argentina
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- Rhoton Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Surgical Anatomy Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA; (M.N.); (P.P.); (A.D.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.P.C.L.)
- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA;
- Department of Neurosurgery and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, I.R.C.C.S. San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute University, 20132 Milan, Italy
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- Rhoton Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Surgical Anatomy Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA; (M.N.); (P.P.); (A.D.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.P.C.L.)
- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA;
- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA
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- Rhoton Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Surgical Anatomy Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA; (M.N.); (P.P.); (A.D.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.P.C.L.)
- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA;
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA; (A.A.T.); (L.H.W.); (E.A.B.)
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA; (A.A.T.); (L.H.W.); (E.A.B.)
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA; (A.A.T.); (L.H.W.); (E.A.B.)
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- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA;
- Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery—Head and Neck Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Pisana, 56126 Pisa, Italy;
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- Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Pisana, 56126 Pisa, Italy;
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- Rhoton Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology Surgical Anatomy Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA; (M.N.); (P.P.); (A.D.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.P.C.L.)
- Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA;
- Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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Lin BJ, Ju DT, Hueng DY, Chen YH, Ma HI, Liu MY. Transorbital transposition of the temporoparietal fascia flap to reconstruct the skull base defects: A preclinical study with comparison to the transpterygoid transposition. Head Neck 2023; 45:2438-2448. [PMID: 37431182 DOI: 10.1002/hed.27455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2023] [Revised: 06/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Transpterygoid transposition of the temporoparietal fascia flap (TPFF) is a feasible selection for ventral skull base defect (VSBD) reconstruction, but not anterior skull base defect (ASBD) reconstruction, after expanded endoscopic endonasal approach (EEEA). The goal of this study is to introduce the transorbital transposition of the TPFF for skull base defects reconstruction after EEEA, and make quantitative comparison between the transpterygoid transposition and transorbital transposition. METHODS Cadaveric dissections were performed in five adult cadaveric heads with creating three transporting corridors bilaterally, encompassing superior transorbital corridor, inferior transorbital corridor, and transpterygoid corridor. For each transporting corridor, the minimum necessary length of the TPFF for skull base defects reconstruction was measured. RESULTS The areas of ASBD and VSBD were 1019.63 ± 176.32 mm2 and 572.99 ± 126.21 mm2 . The length of the harvested TPFF was 149.38 ± 6.21 mm. In contrast to the transpterygoid transposition with incomplete coverage, transorbital transposition of the TPFF allowed full coverage of ASBD with a minimum necessary length of 109.75 ± 8.31 mm. For VSBD reconstruction, transorbital transposition of the TPFF needs shorter minimum necessary length (123.88 ± 4.49 mm) than transpterygoid transposition (138.00 ± 6.28 mm). CONCLUSIONS Transorbital corridor is a novel pathway for transporting the TPFF into the sinonasal cavity for skull base defects reconstruction after EEEA. In comparison with transpterygoid transposition, transorbital transposition provides wider coverage of skull base defects with a fixed length of the TPFF.
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- Bon-Jour Lin
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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Zoia C, Mantovani G, Müther M, Suero Molina E, Scerrati A, De Bonis P, Cornelius J, Roche P, Tatagiba M, Jouanneau E, Manet R, Schroeder H, Cavallo L, Kasper E, Meling T, Mazzatenta D, Daniel R, Messerer M, Visocchi M, Froelich S, Bruneau M, Spena G. Through the orbit and beyond: Current state and future perspectives in endoscopic orbital surgery on behalf of the EANS frontiers committee in orbital tumors and the EANS skull base section. BRAIN & SPINE 2023; 3:102669. [PMID: 37720459 PMCID: PMC10500473 DOI: 10.1016/j.bas.2023.102669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Revised: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023]
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Introduction Orbital surgery has always been disputed among specialists, mainly neurosurgeons, otorhinolaryngologists, maxillofacial surgeons and ophthalmologists. The orbit is a borderland between intra- and extracranial compartments; Krönlein's lateral orbitotomy and the orbitozygomatic infratemporal approach are the historical milestones of modern orbital-cranial surgery. Research question Since its first implementation, endoscopy has significantly impacted neurosurgery, changing perspectives and approaches to the skull base. Since its first application in 2009, transorbital endoscopic surgery opened the way for new surgical scenario, previously feasible only with extensive tissue dissection. Material and methods A PRISMA based literature search was performed to select the most relevant papers on the topic. Results Here, we provide a narrative review on the current state and future trends in endoscopic orbital surgery. Discussion and conclusion This manuscript is a joint effort of the EANS frontiers committee in orbital tumors and the EANS skull base section.
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- C. Zoia
- UOC Neurochirurgia, Ospedale Moriggia Pelascini, Gravedona e Uniti, Italy
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- Neurosurgery Unit, Department of Translational Medicine, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital of Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital of Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Neurosurgery Unit, Department of Translational Medicine, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Neurosurgery Unit, Department of Translational Medicine, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical Faculty, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Aix-Marseille Université, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille, Hôpital Nord, Marseille, France
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hôpital Neurologique Pierre Wertheimer, Lyon, France
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hôpital Neurologique Pierre Wertheimer, Lyon, France
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medicine Greifswald, Germany
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- Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Dental Sciences, Division of Neurosurgery, Federico II University of Naples, Policlinico Federico II University Hospital, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Steward Medical Group, Brighton, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The National Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Neurological Sciences Institut IRCCS, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Department of Neuroscience, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois, University Hospital, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Department of Neuroscience, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois, University Hospital, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Institute of Neurosurgery Catholic University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Lariboisière Hospital, Université Paris Diderot, Paris, France
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Neurosurgery Unit, IRCSS San Matteo Hospital, Pavia, Italy
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Câmara B, Fava A, Matano F, Okano A, Ronconi D, Silva Costa B, Gadelha Figueiredo E, Chassoux F, Devaux B, Froelich S. Transuncal Selective Amygdalohippocampectomy by an Inferolateral Preseptal Endoscopic Approach Through Inferior Eyelid Conjunctival Incision: An Anatomic Study. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2023; 25:199-208. [PMID: 37133253 DOI: 10.1227/ons.0000000000000728] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 02/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Transorbital endoscopic approaches have been described for pathologies of anterior and middle fossae. Standard lateral orbitotomy gives access to mesial temporal lobe, but the axis of work is partially obscured by the temporal pole and working corridor is limited. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the usefulness of an inferolateral orbitotomy to provide a more direct corridor to perform a transuncal selective amygdalohippocampectomy. METHODS Three adult cadaveric specimens were used for a total of 6 dissections. A step-by-step description and illustration of the transuncal corridor for a selective amygdalohippocampectomy were performed using the inferolateral orbitotomy through an inferior eyelid conjunctival incision. The anatomic landmarks were demonstrated in detail. Orbitotomies and angles of work were measured from computed tomography scans, and the area of resection was illustrated by postdissection MRI. RESULTS Inferior eyelid conjunctival incision was made for exposure of the inferior orbital rim. Inferolateral transorbital approach was performed to access the transuncal corridor. Endoscopic selective amygdalohippocampectomy was performed through the entorhinal cortex without damage to the temporal neocortex or Meyer's loop. The mean horizontal diameter of the osteotomy was 14.4 mm, and the vertical one was 13.6 mm. The mean angles of work were 65° and 35.5° in the axial and sagittal planes, respectively. Complete amygdalohippocampectomy was achieved in all 6 dissections. CONCLUSION Transuncal selective amygdalohippocampectomy was feasible in cadaveric specimens using the inferolateral transorbital endoscopic approach avoiding damage to the temporal neocortex and Meyer's loop. The inferior eyelid conjunctival incision may result in an excellent cosmetic outcome.
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- Breno Câmara
- Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
- Laboratoire de neurochirurgie expérimentale, Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
- Laboratoire de neurochirurgie expérimentale, Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
- Laboratoire de neurochirurgie expérimentale, Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
- Laboratoire de neurochirurgie expérimentale, Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
- Laboratoire de neurochirurgie expérimentale, Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Hospital Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Belo Horizonte, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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- Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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- Service de Neurochirurgie-Hôpital Lariboisière, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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Frontera NL, Rosado-Philippi J, Díaz FDV, Díaz AS, Medina AV, Figueroa A, González N, Pradilla G, Garzón T, Rodríguez J, Tarrats L, Valle MMD. TransOrbital NeuroEndoscopic Surgery for Biopsy of the Left Cavernous Sinus: A Literature Review, Case Report, and Cadaveric Proof of Concept. J Neurol Surg Rep 2023; 84:e116-e123. [PMID: 37771654 PMCID: PMC10533359 DOI: 10.1055/a-2155-2419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/30/2023] Open
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The aim of this report is to describe TransOrbital NeuroEndoscopic Surgery (TONES) as a safe alternative for obtaining a cavernous sinus (CS) biopsy. We describe this technique in a patient with a diffuse large B cell lymphoma mimicking Tolosa-Hunt's syndrome. Articles were gathered querying PubMed, Embase, and Scopus databases with terms related to a "transorbital neuroendoscopic approach." The literature search was performed by two independent authors (N.L.F. and J.R.), with inconsistencies resolved by the senior author (M.M.D.V.). After screening abstracts for relevance, full-length articles were reviewed for pertinent variables. A comparison was conducted with the illustrative case of a 69-year-old woman who presented to the emergency department with vertigo, ophthalmoplegia, and diplopia for 2 months. A brain magnetic resonance imaging revealed an infiltrative lesion at the left CS. A presumptive diagnosis of Tolosa-Hunt syndrome was made, but a confirmatory biopsy was performed using TONES. Based on our cadaveric study, literature review, and case report, the TONES approach was safe, effective for tissue diagnosis, and associated with minor morbidity and reduced hospital stay. Additional prospective studies are required to study its viability and safety in a larger group of patients.
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- Natasha L. Frontera
- School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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- School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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Santos C, Guizzardi G, Di Somma A, Lopez P, Mato D, Enseñat J, Prats-Galino A. Comparison of Accessibility to Cavernous Sinus Areas Throughout Endonasal, Transorbital, and Transcranial Approaches: Anatomic Study With Quantitative Analysis. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2023; 24:e271-e280. [PMID: 36701689 DOI: 10.1227/ons.0000000000000547] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 09/22/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The cavernous sinus (CS) is accessed through several approaches, both transcranially and endoscopically. The transorbital endoscopic approach is the newest proposed route in the literature. OBJECTIVE To quantify and observe the areas of the CS reach from 2 endoscopic and 1 transcranial approaches to the CS in the cadaver laboratory. METHODS Six CSs were dissected through endoscopic endonasal, transorbital endoscopic, and transcranial pterional approaches, with previous implanted references for neuronavigation during the dissection. Point registration was used to mark the CS exposure and limits through each approach for later area and volume quantification through a computerized technique. RESULTS The endoscopic endonasal approach reaches most of the CS except part of the sinus's superior, lateral, and posterior regions. The area exposed through this approach was 210 mm 2 , and the volume was 1165 mm 3 . The transcranial pterional approach reached the superior and part of the lateral sides of the sinus, not allowing good access to the medial side. The area exposed through this approach was 306 m 2 , whereas the volume was 815 m 3 . Finally, the transorbital endoscopic approach accessed the whole lateral side of the sinus but not the medial one. The area exposed was the greatest, 374 m 2 , but its volume was the smallest, 754 m 3 . CONCLUSION According to our results, the endonasal endoscopic approach is the direct route to access the medial, inferior, and part of the superior CS compartments. The transorbital approach is for the lateral side of the CS. Finally, the transcranial pterional approach is the one for the superior side of the CS.
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- Carlos Santos
- Department of Neurological Surgery and Spine Unit, Hospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla, Santander, Spain.,Instituto de Investigación Marqués de Valdecilla (IDIVAL), Santander, Spain, Postal address, Edificio IDIVAL
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.,Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Universitat de Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery and Spine Unit, Hospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla, Santander, Spain.,Instituto de Investigación Marqués de Valdecilla (IDIVAL), Santander, Spain, Postal address, Edificio IDIVAL
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- Department of Neurological Surgery and Spine Unit, Hospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla, Santander, Spain.,Instituto de Investigación Marqués de Valdecilla (IDIVAL), Santander, Spain, Postal address, Edificio IDIVAL
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Universitat de Barcelona, Spain.,Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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Han X, Yang H, Wang Z, Li L, Li C, Han S, Wu A. Endoscopic transorbital approach for skull base lesions: a report of 16 clinical cases. Neurosurg Rev 2023; 46:74. [PMID: 36947242 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-023-01980-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2023] [Revised: 03/05/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2023] [Indexed: 03/23/2023]
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Due to the deep location, complex anatomy, and adjacent vital neurovascular structures, skull base surgery is challenging and requires specific approaches. The emerging endoscopic transorbital approach (eTOA) technique provides a new approach to the orbital content, spheno-orbital region, lateral cavernous sinus, and Meckel's cave. In this study, the clinical utility and effectiveness of the eTOA are reported. Sixteen cases who underwent the eTOA were included in the current study. The patients were divided into 3 groups according to tumor location: Group A (intraorbital, 6 cases), group B (spheno-orbital, 7 cases), and group C (cavernous sinus, and Meckel's cave, 3 cases). The clinical data and surgical results were analyzed. Eight meningiomas, 2 hemangiomas, 1 low-grade glioma, 1 instance of inflammatory hyperplasia tissue, 1 Langerhans cell histiocytosis, 1 epidermoid cyst, 1 trigeminal schwannoma, and 1 bone fibrosis hyperplasia were observed. The mean tumor diameter was 2.4 cm. A single case in Group A and Group C underwent biopsy (12.5%), and 1 case of fibrous dysplasia in Group B underwent sufficient orbit decompression (6.25%). The remaining 13 cases underwent gross total tumor resection (81.25%). No cerebral-spinal fluid leak or infection occurred. And no cosmetic problems or significant complications were observed during the follow-up. As a minimally invasive technique, the eTOA has unique advantages for carefully selected skull base lesions because of its direct route, short working distance, and distinct attack angle.
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- Xiaodi Han
- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110001, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110001, China
- Department of Neurosurgery, Central Hospital of Chaoyang City, Chaoyang, 122000, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110001, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110001, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110001, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110001, China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110001, China.
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Yanez-Siller JC, Noiphithak R, Martinez-Perez R, Dallan I, Moe KS, Revuelta Barbero JM, Howe E, Prevedello DM, Carrau RL. The "Crista Ovale": A Reliable Anatomical Landmark in Transorbital Endoscopic Approaches to the Middle Cranial Fossa. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2023; 24:e172-e177. [PMID: 36701753 DOI: 10.1227/ons.0000000000000527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2022] [Accepted: 09/04/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Transorbital endoscopic approaches (TOEAs) have emerged as adjunct and alternatives for accessing the middle cranial fossa (MCF). Nuances of the skull base anatomy from a ventral transorbital endoscopic viewpoint remain to be fully described. OBJECTIVE To assess the anatomy of the "crista ovale" (COv), described transcranially as the midsubtemporal ridge (MSR), from a ventral transorbital perspective and evaluate its role as a landmark in TOEA to the MCF. METHODS Lateral TOEAs to the MCF were performed in 20 adult cadaveric heads (40 sides). The presence of the COv/MSR was evaluated under endoscopic visualization. Anatomic relationships between COv/MSR and surrounding structures were assessed. The presence of COv/MSR was also examined in 30 cadaveric head computed tomography (CT) scans (60 sides). RESULTS The COv/MSR was identified in 98% (39/40) of sides at the MCF, as 1 of 4 major configurations. The COv/MSR was found anterolateral to the foramen ovale and foramen spinosum (mean distance: 9.2 ± SD 2.4 mm and 12.3 ± SD 2.6 mm, respectively) directly anterior or anteromedial to the petrous apex (mean distance: 26.2 ± SD 2.6 mm) and at a mean 47.6 ± SD 4.7 mm from the approach's surgical portal. It was recognized in 95% (57/60) of CT scans. CONCLUSION The COv/MSR can be readily identified during TOEA to the MCF and on CT. It serves as a reliable landmark to localize the foramen ovale, foramen spinosum, and petrous apex. Further studies may confirm its surgical significance in transorbital endoscopic procedures.
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- Juan C Yanez-Siller
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, Missouri, USA
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
- Department of Surgery, Division of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, Thailand
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
- Department of Neurosurgery, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Larrabee Center for Facial Plastic Surgery, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
- Department of Neurosurgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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- University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, Missouri, USA
- Department of Neurosurgery, Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, Missouri, USA
- Department of Neurosurgery, Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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Mariniello G, Bonavolontà G, Tranfa F, Iuliano A, Corvino S, Teodonno G, Maiuri F. Management of the skull base invasion in spheno-orbital meningiomas. Br J Neurosurg 2023:1-8. [PMID: 36593639 DOI: 10.1080/02688697.2022.2161472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2020] [Accepted: 12/06/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND The tumor invasion of the skull base structures is very frequent in spheno-orbital meningiomas. The aim of the present study is to evaluate the invasion rate of skull base structures and the best surgical approach and management. METHODS The surgical series of 80 spheno-orbital meningiomas was reviewed. The tumors were classified according to the intraorbital location with respect to the optic nerve axes into three types: I-lateral: II-medial; III-diffuse. The invasion of the orbital apex, optic canal, superior orbital fissure, anterior clinoid, ethmoid-sphenoid sinuses, and infratemporal fossa was evaluated. The rate and extension of involvement of these structures was correlated with the intraorbital location and the surgical approach. The preoperative ophtalmological symptoms and signs and their outcome were also evaluated. RESULTS Proptosis was found in 79 patients (97%), variable decrease of the visual function in 47 patients (59%), and deficits of the eye movements in 28(35%). The invasion of the optic canal (74%), superior orbital fissure (65%), anterior clinoid (60%), and orbital apex (59%) was more frequently found, whereas the tumor extension into the ethmoid-sphenoid sinuses (4%) and infratemporal fossa (4%) was rare. Types II and III meningiomas showed significantly higher involvement of the skull base structures than type I ones, which only had 15% invasion of the optic canal. Remission or significant improvement of the visual function occurred postoperatively in 24 among 47 cases (51%), with a higher rate for type I meningiomas vs. other types (p = 0.021, p = 0.019) and worsening in 7 (15%). CONCLUSIONS Spheno-orbital meningiomas growing in the lateral orbital compartment show no involvement of the skull base structures excepting the optic canal as compared to those growing medially or diffusely. The surgical resection of tumor invading the skull base structures should be more extensive as possible, but the risk of optic and oculomotor deficits must be avoided.
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- Giuseppe Mariniello
- Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Neurosurgical Clinic, "Federico II" University School of Medicine, Naples, Italy
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- Ophthalmological Clinic, School of Medicine, "Federico II" University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Ophthalmological Clinic, School of Medicine, "Federico II" University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Ophthalmological Clinic, School of Medicine, "Federico II" University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Neurosurgical Clinic, "Federico II" University School of Medicine, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Neurosurgical Clinic, "Federico II" University School of Medicine, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Neurosurgical Clinic, "Federico II" University School of Medicine, Naples, Italy
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de Divitiis O, d'Avella E, Fabozzi GL, Cavallo LM, Solari D. Surgeon's Eyes on the Relevant Surgical Target. ACTA NEUROCHIRURGICA. SUPPLEMENT 2023; 135:5-11. [PMID: 38153441 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-36084-8_2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2023]
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The resolution of the naked eye has been a challenge for the neurosurgical endeavor since the very first attempts of cranial surgery, and advances have been achieved over the centuries, driven by a synergism between the application of emerging technology into the surgical environment and the expansion of the capabilities of neurosurgery. The understanding of the principles of the optical properties of lenses by Abbè (1840-1905) led to the introduction of loupes in the surgical practice, increasing the visual performance during macroscopic procedures. Modern neurosurgery began with the possibility of illumination and magnification of the surgical field as provided by the microscope. Pioneering contributions from Donaghy and Yasargil opened the way to the era of minimalism with reduction of operative corridors and surgical trauma through the adoption of the microsurgical technique. Almost at the same time, engineering mirabilia of Hopkins in terms of optics and lenses allowed for introduction of rigid and flexible endoscopes as a viable tool in neurosurgery. Nowadays, neurosurgeons are aware of and confident using effective and modern tools of visualization in their armamentarium. Herein we present a cogent review of the evolution of visualization tools in neurosurgery, with a special glimpse into the current development and future achievements.
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- Oreste de Divitiis
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy.
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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Corvino S, Sacco M, Somma T, Berardinelli J, Ugga L, Colamaria A, Corrivetti F, Iaconetta G, Kong DS, de Notaris M. Functional and clinical outcomes after superior eyelid transorbital endoscopic approach for spheno-orbital meningiomas: illustrative case and literature review. Neurosurg Rev 2022; 46:17. [PMID: 36513789 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-022-01926-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2022] [Revised: 09/02/2022] [Accepted: 12/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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The pattern of growth of spheno-orbital meningiomas accounts for the main presenting symptoms, such as proptosis, eye motility deficit, visual impairment, diplopia. As these are benign tumors, the postoperative patient's quality of life is an important factor to consider during the preoperative planning. A detailed literature review of superior eyelid transorbital endoscopic approach for spheno-orbital meningiomas, including our own case, was made. A Medline search up to March 2022 in PubMed online electronic database was made using the following key phrases: "superior eyelid endoscopic transorbital approach spheno-orbital meningiomas," "superior eyelid endoscopic transorbital approach," "spheno-orbital meningiomas endoscopic approach." The inclusion criteria were surgical series, reviews, and case reports in English language, as well as papers written in other languages, but including the abstract in English. Cadaveric studies, multiportal combined approaches for SOM, were excluded. The literature review has disclosed five studies for a total of 65 patients, whose demographic, clinical, pathological, surgical, complications, and outcome data were analyzed. Functional and esthetic outcome data after superior eyelid transorbital approach are the following: improvement of proptosis (100%), of visual deficits (66.66%) and of ocular paresis (75%), with only 11 complications (4 trigeminal dysesthesia, 2 CSF leak, 2 wound complications, 1 upper eyelid necrosis, 1 hemorrhage of surgical field, 1 keratitis) reported, but at the expense of extent of resection (gross total resection 33.39%). Based on the outcome data, the superior eyelid transorbital endoscopic approach results in a suitable operative technique for selected spheno-orbital meningiomas.
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- Sergio Corvino
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Neurosurgical Clinic, School of Medicine, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, "Riuniti", 71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Neurosurgical Clinic, School of Medicine, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Neurosurgical Clinic, School of Medicine, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples "Federico II", 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, San Luca Hospital, Vallo Della Lucania, Salerno, Italy
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- Neurosurgical Clinic A.O.U. "San Giovanni Di Dio E Ruggi d'Aragona", Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neuroscience, G. Rummo Hospital, Neurosurgery Operative Unit, 82100, Benevento, Italy
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De Rosa A, Di Somma A, Mosteiro A, Ferrés A, Reyes LA, Roldan P, Torné R, Torales J, Solari D, Cavallo LM, Enseñat J, Prats-Galino A. Superior eyelid endoscopic transorbital approach to the tentorial area: A qualitative and quantitative anatomic study. Front Surg 2022; 9:1007447. [PMID: 36338650 PMCID: PMC9634414 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.1007447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2022] [Accepted: 09/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Objective Superior eyelid endoscopic transorbital approach (SETOA) is nowadays gaining progressive application in neurosurgical scenarios. Both anatomic and clinical reports have demonstrated the possibility of taking advantage of the orbital corridor as a minimally invasive route to reach anterior and middle cranial fossae and manage selected surgical lesions developing in these areas. The aim of this paper is to further shed light on other anatomic regions of the skull base as seen from a transorbital perspective, namely, the posterior cranial fossa and tentorial area, describing technical feasibility and steps in reaching this area through an extradural-transtentorial approach and providing quantitative evaluations of the "working area" obtained through this route. Material and methods Four cadaveric heads (eight sides) were dissected at the Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy (LSNA) of the University of Barcelona, Spain. A stepwise dissection of the transorbital approach to the tentorial area was described. Qualitative anatomical descriptions and quantitative analyses of working were evaluated by using pre- and postdissections CT and MRI scans, and three-dimensional reconstructions were made using Amira software. Results With the endoscopic transorbital approach, posterior cranial fossa dura was reached by an extradural middle cranial fossa approach and drilling of the petrous apex. After clipping the superior petrosal sinus, the tentorium was divided and cut. An endoscope was then introduced in the posterior cranial fossa at the level of the tentorial incisura. Qualitative analysis provided a description of the tentorial and petrosal surfaces of the cerebellum, middle tentorial incisura, cerebellopontine fissures, and, after arachnoid dissection, by a 30° endoscopic visualization, the posterior aspect of the cerebellomesencephalic fissure. Quantitative analysis of the "working area" obtained after bone removal was also provided. Conclusions This anatomic qualitative and quantitative study sheds light on the anatomy of the posterior cranial fossa contents, such as the tentorial area and incisura, as seen through a transorbital perspective. The first aim of the article is to enrich the anatomical knowledge as seen through this relatively new corridor and to provide quantitative details and insights into the technical feasibility of reaching these regions in a surgical scenario.
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- Andrea De Rosa
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain,Correspondence: Alberto Di Somma
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain,Research Group of Clinical Neurophysiology, Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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Guizzardi G, Mosteiro A, Hoyos J, Ferres A, Topczewski T, Reyes L, Alobid I, Matas J, Cavallo LM, Cappabianca P, Enseñat J, Prats-Galino A, Di Somma A. Endoscopic Transorbital Approach to the Middle Fossa: Qualitative and Quantitative Anatomic Study. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2022; 23:e267-e275. [PMID: 36106937 DOI: 10.1227/ons.0000000000000308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2021] [Accepted: 04/03/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The endoscopic superior eyelid transorbital route to the skull base is gaining progressive popularity in the neurosurgical community. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the anatomy of the middle cranial fossa from this novel ventral perspective to reach the skull base through the transorbital route and to show limits for possible safe middle fossa drilling from the transorbital route. METHODS Anatomic study was performed; 5 cadaveric specimens (ie, 10 sides) and 2 dry skulls (ie, 4 sides) were dissected. RESULTS To obtain a functional result, there are boundaries that correspond to neurovascular structures that traverse, enter, or leave the middle fossa that must be respected: inferiorly, the lateral pterygoid muscle; medially, the Gasserian ganglion and the lateral border of the foramen rotundum; laterally, the foramen spinosum with the middle meningeal artery; superiorly, the lesser sphenoid wing; posteriorly, the anterior border of the foramen ovale. Average bone resected was 6.49 ± 0.80 cm3 which is the 63% of total middle fossa floor. The mean axial surgical length calculated was 3.85 cm (3.18-5.19 cm) while the mean sagittal surgical length was 5.23 cm (4.87-6.55 cm). The mean horizontal angle of approach was 38.14° (32.87°-45.63°), while the mean vertical angle of approach was 18.56° (10.81°-26.76°). CONCLUSION Detailed anatomy of the middle cranial fossa is presented, and herewith we demonstrated that from the endoscopic superior eyelid transorbital approach removal of middle cranial fossa floor is possible when anatomic landmarks are respected.
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- Giulia Guizzardi
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Rhinology Unit and Smell Clinic, ENT Department, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Clinic Institute of Ophthalmology (ICOF), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.,Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.,Rhinology Unit and Smell Clinic, ENT Department, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.,Clinic Institute of Ophthalmology (ICOF), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.,Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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Guizzardi G, Di Somma A, de Notaris M, Corrivetti F, Sánchez JC, Alobid I, Ferres A, Roldan P, Reyes L, Enseñat J, Prats-Galino A. Endoscopic transorbital avenue to the skull base: Four-step conceptual analysis of the anatomic journey. Front Oncol 2022; 12:988131. [PMID: 36119506 PMCID: PMC9481282 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.988131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2022] [Accepted: 08/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background In the last decades, skull base surgery had passed through an impressive evolution. The role of neuroanatomic research has been uppermost, and it has played a central role in the development of novel techniques directed to the skull base. Indeed, the deep and comprehensive study of skull base anatomy has been one of the keys of success of the endoscopic endonasal approach to the skull base. In the same way, dedicated efforts expended in the anatomic lab has been a powerful force for the growth of the endoscopic transorbital approach to the lateral skull base. Therefore, in this conceptual paper, the main steps for the anatomic description of the endoscopic transorbital approach to the skull base have been detailed. Methods The anatomic journey for the development of the endoscopic transorbital approach to the skull base has been analyzed, and four “conceptual” steps have been highlighted. Results As neurosurgeons, the eyeball has always represented a respectful area: to become familiar with this complex and delicate anatomy, we started by examining the orbital anatomy on a dry skull (step 1). Hence, step 1 is represented by a detailed bone study; step 2 is centered on cadaveric dissection; step 3 consists in 3D quantitative assessment of the novel endoscopic transorbital corridor; and finally, step 4 is the translation of the preclinical data in the real surgical scenario by means of dedicated surgical planning. Conclusions The conceptual analysis of the anatomic journey for the description of the endoscopic transorbital approach to the skull base resulted in four main methodological steps that should not be thought strictly consequential but rather interconnected. Indeed, such steps should evolve following the drives that can arise in each specific situation. In conclusion, the four-step anatomic rehearsal can be relevant for the description, diffusion, and development of a novel technique in order to facilitate the application of the endoscopic transorbital approach to the skull base in a real surgical scenario.
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- Giulia Guizzardi
- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- *Correspondence: Alberto Di Somma,
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- Department of Neuroscience, Neurosurgery Operative Unit, “San Pio” Hospital, Benevento, Italy
- Laboratory of Neuroscience, European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno (EBRIS) Foundation, European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Neurosurgery Operative Unit, “San Pio” Hospital, Benevento, Italy
- Laboratory of Neuroscience, European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno (EBRIS) Foundation, European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Clinic Institute of Ophthalmology (ICOF), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Rhinology Unit and Smell Clinic, ENT Department, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Servei de investigación en anatomía funcional del sistema nervioso, Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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Fabozzi GL, d’Avella E, Burroni M, Romano A, Cavallo LM, Solari D. Endoscopic transorbital eyelid approach for the removal of an extraconal cavernous venous malformation: Case report. Front Surg 2022; 9:954530. [PMID: 35937596 PMCID: PMC9349361 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.954530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Cavernous venous malformations (CVMs) are one of the most common benign primary orbital lesions in adults and the second most frequent cause of unilateral proptosis. Extraconal location is extremely rare, representing a favorable condition as compared to intraconal, as lesions at this level often adhere to orbital muscles and optic nerve. Herein, we report the case of a 50-year-old patient, who came to our attention because of progressive painless right axial proptosis. Magnetic resonance images were consistent with an extraconal CVM, occupying the superior temporal compartment of the orbit. Successful removal of the lesion was achieved through an endoscopic transorbital eyelid approach. The present case confirms the safety and efficacy of the endoscopic transorbital eyelid approach.
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- Gianluca Lorenzo Fabozzi
- Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Dental Sciences, Division of Neurosurgery, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Dental Sciences, Division of Neurosurgery, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
- Correspondence: Elena d’Avella
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Pedro de Elizalde, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Dental Sciences, Division of Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Dental Sciences, Division of Neurosurgery, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences and Reproductive and Dental Sciences, Division of Neurosurgery, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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Dallan I, Cristofani-Mencacci L, Fiacchini G, Turri-Zanoni M, van Furth W, de Notaris M, Picariello M, Alexandre E, Georgalas C, Bruschini L. Endoscopic-assisted transorbital surgery: Where do we stand on the scott’s parabola? personal considerations after a 10-year experience. Front Oncol 2022; 12:937818. [PMID: 35912254 PMCID: PMC9334664 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.937818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2022] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Transorbital approaches are genuinely versatile surgical routes which show interesting potentials in skull base surgery. Given their “new” trajectory, they can be a very useful adjunct to traditional routes, even being a valid alternative to them in some cases, and add valuable opportunities in selected patients. Indications are constantly expanding, and currently include selected intraorbital, skull base and even intra-axial lesions, both benign and malignant. Given their relatively recent development and thus unfamiliarity among the skull base community, achieving adequate proficiency needs not only a personalized training and knowledge but also, above all, an adequate case volume and a dedicated setting. Current, but mostly future, applications should be selected by genetic, omics and biological features and applied in the context of a truly multidisciplinary environment.
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- Iacopo Dallan
- Ear Nose Throat (ENT) Audiology and Phoniatric Unit, Department of Surgical Pathology, Medical, Molecular and Critical Area, AziendaOspedaliero-UniversitariaPisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Ear Nose Throat (ENT) Audiology and Phoniatric Unit, Department of Surgical Pathology, Medical, Molecular and Critical Area, AziendaOspedaliero-UniversitariaPisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
- *Correspondence: Lodovica Cristofani-Mencacci,
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- Ear Nose Throat (ENT) Audiology and Phoniatric Unit, Department of Surgical Pathology, Medical, Molecular and Critical Area, AziendaOspedaliero-UniversitariaPisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- ENT Unit, Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Neurosurgery Unit, Department of Ophthalmology, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, Netherlands
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- Neurosurgery Operative Unit, Department of Neuroscience, “San Pio” Hospital, Benevento, Italy
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- Ear Nose Throat (ENT) Audiology and Phoniatric Unit, Department of Surgical Pathology, Medical, Molecular and Critical Area, AziendaOspedaliero-UniversitariaPisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Ear Nose Throat (ENT) Audiology and Phoniatric Unit, Department of Surgical Pathology, Medical, Molecular and Critical Area, AziendaOspedaliero-UniversitariaPisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Ear Nose Throat (ENT) Audiology and Phoniatric Unit, Department of Surgical Pathology, Medical, Molecular and Critical Area, AziendaOspedaliero-UniversitariaPisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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Lim J, Sung KS, Kim W, Yoo J, Jung IH, Choi S, Lim SH, Roh TH, Hong CK, Moon JH. Extended endoscopic transorbital approach with superior-lateral orbital rim osteotomy: cadaveric feasibility study and clinical implications (SevEN-007). J Neurosurg 2022; 137:18-31. [PMID: 34767525 DOI: 10.3171/2021.7.jns21996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The endoscopic transorbital approach (ETOA) has been developed, permitting a new surgical corridor. Due to the vertical limitation of the ETOA, some lesions of the anterior cranial fossa are difficult to access. The ETOA with superior-lateral orbital rim (SLOR) osteotomy can achieve surgical freedom of vertical as well as horizontal movement. The purpose of this study was to confirm the feasibility of the ETOA with SLOR osteotomy. METHODS Anatomical dissections were performed in 5 cadaveric heads with a neuroendoscope and neuronavigation system. ETOA with SLOR osteotomy was performed on one side of the head, and ETOA with lateral orbital rim (LOR) osteotomy was performed on the other side. After analysis of the results of the cadaveric study, the ETOA with SLOR osteotomy was applied in 6 clinical cases. RESULTS The horizontal and vertical movement range through ETOA with SLOR osteotomy (43.8° ± 7.49° and 36.1° ± 3.32°, respectively) was improved over ETOA with LOR osteotomy (31.8° ± 5.49° and 23.3° ± 1.34°, respectively) (p < 0.01). Surgical freedom through ETOA with SLOR osteotomy (6025.1 ± 220.1 mm3) was increased relative to ETOA with LOR osteotomy (4191.3 ± 57.2 mm3) (p < 0.01); these values are expressed as the mean ± SD. Access levels of ETOA with SLOR osteotomy were comfortable, including anterior skull base lesion and superior orbital area. The view range of the endoscope for anterior skull base lesions was increased through ETOA with SLOR osteotomy. After SLOR osteotomy, the space for moving surgical instruments and the endoscope was widened. Anterior clinoidectomy could be achieved successfully using ETOA with SLOR osteotomy. The authors performed ETOA with SLOR osteotomy in 6 cases of brain tumor. In all 6 cases, complete removal of the tumor was successfully accomplished. In the 3 cases of anterior clinoidal meningioma, anterior clinoidectomy was performed easily and safely, and manipulation of the extended dural margin and origin dura mater was possible. There was no complication related to this approach. CONCLUSIONS The authors evaluated the clinical feasibility of ETOA with SLOR osteotomy based on a cadaveric study. ETOA with SLOR osteotomy could be applied to more diverse disease groups that do not permit conventional ETOA or to cases in which surgical application is challenging. ETOA with SLOR osteotomy might serve as an opportunity to broaden the indication for the ETOA.
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- Jaejoon Lim
- 1Department of Neurosurgery, Bundang CHA Medical Center, CHA University College of Medicine, Seongnam
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- 2Department of Neurosurgery, Dong-A University Hospital, Dong-A University College of Medicine, Busan
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- 3Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul
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- 4Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul
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- 3Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul
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- 3Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul
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- 3Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul
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- 5Department of Neurosurgery, Ajou University Hospital, Ajou University College of Medicine, Suwon; and
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- 4Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul
- 6Department of Neurological Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- 3Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul
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Lee WJ, Hong SD, Woo KI, Seol HJ, Choi JW, Lee JI, Nam DH, Kong DS. Combined endoscopic endonasal and transorbital multiportal approach for complex skull base lesions involving multiple compartments. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2022; 164:1911-1922. [PMID: 35488013 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-022-05203-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2022] [Accepted: 03/30/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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PURPOSE This study defines the specific areas that connect the surgical corridors of the endoscopic endonasal (EEA) and transorbital approach (TOA) to identify adequate clinical applications and perspectives of this combined multiportal approach. METHODS Consecutive patients who underwent combined EEA and TOA procedures for various pathologies involving multiple compartments of the skull base were enrolled. RESULTS A total of eight patients (2 chondrosarcomas, 2 meningiomas, 2 schwannomas, 1 glioma, and 1 traumatic optic neuropathy) were included between August 2016 and April 2021. The cavernous sinus (CS) was targeted as the connection area of the combined approach in four patients with tumors infiltrating the middle cranial fossa (MCF) and central skull base through the CS. For two patients with MCF tumors extending into the infratemporal fossa (ITF), the horizontal portion of the greater sphenoid wing and the foramen ovale were utilized as the connection area. In the remaining 2 patients, connection was achieved through the optic canal (OC). Gross total and near total resection was achieved in 5 patients with tumors, and circumferential removal of bone composing the OC was performed in one patient with traumatic compressive optic neuropathy. Postoperative complications included one cardiac arrest due to underlying cardiovascular disease and one case of oculomotor nerve palsy. CONCLUSIONS The combined EEA and TOA procedure is a useful strategy for complex lesions involving multiple compartments of the skull base. Herein, we identified the specific areas connecting the two surgical approaches, allowing a common path for EEA and TOA procedures.
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Di Somma A, Sanchez España JC, Alobid I, Enseñat J. Endoscopic superior eyelid transorbital approach: how I do it. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2022; 164:1953-1959. [PMID: 35275271 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-022-05177-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2021] [Accepted: 02/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND The endoscopic transorbital approach to the skull base is currently growing in popularity, and it is nowadays progressively used as a skull base approach. Clinical experience, along with detailed anatomical knowledge, makes this technique safe and effective. METHOD We present a step by step description of our technique based on the most recent anatomic references, and clinical experience. In order to better understand every phase of the procedure, we propose to keep on the following scheme, that is (1) skin phase; (2) working space; (3) lesion removal; (4) reconstruction. Hence, alone or in combination with the well-known endonasal pathway, the transorbital avenue seems to be a useful approach for selected skull base lesions. We present our technique, along with an anatomic analysis on cadaveric specimens. CONCLUSIONS Detailed knowledge of surgical anatomy, and a specific stepwise analysis of each part of the surgical procedure, is notably useful in order to safely and effectively perform a superior eyelid endoscopic transorbital surgery to the skull base.
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- Alberto Di Somma
- Departments of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Departments of Neurological Surgery, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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Corrivetti F, de Notaris M, Di Somma A, Dallan I, Enseñat J, Topczewski T, Solari D, Cavallo LM, Cappabianca P, Prats-Galino A. "Sagittal Crest": Definition, Stepwise Dissection, and Clinical Implications From a Transorbital Perspective. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2022; 22:e206-e212. [PMID: 35239519 DOI: 10.1227/ons.0000000000000131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2021] [Accepted: 11/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The recent development of the superior eyelid endoscopic transorbital approach (SETOA) offered a new route for the management of cavernous sinus and middle cranial fossa tumors. As a result, a constant anatomic landmark of the surgical pathway after drilling the medial edge of the greater sphenoid wing (GSW) is represented by a triangular-shaped bone ridge appearing as a "crest." OBJECTIVE To perform an anatomic study to define this surgical landmark, named the "sagittal crest" (SC) as seen from the transorbital endoscopic view. METHODS Four adult cadaveric specimens (8 sides) were dissected performing an endoscopic transorbital approach to the middle fossa and the SC was removed to perform interdural opening of the cavernous sinus. Computed tomography scans were made before and after removal of the SC to perform quantitative analysis and building a 3-dimensional model of the bone resection of the GSW via the SETOA. RESULTS The SC is a bone ridge triangle shaping dorsally the superior orbital fissure resulting as the residual fragment after drilling the lateral aspect of the greater sphenoid wing. Predissection and postdissection computed tomography scans allowed to objectively assess SC features and dimensions (mean 1.08 ± 0.2 cm). CONCLUSION The SC is a constant anatomic landmark constituted of the residual medial portion of the GSW. Complete resection of this key landmark provides adequate working space and appears to be mandatory during SETOA to guide the subsequent interdural dissection of the lateral wall of cavernous sinus.
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- Francesco Corrivetti
- Department of Neuroscience, Neurosurgery Operative Unit, "San Pio" Hospital, Benevento, Italy.,Laboratory of Neuroscience, EBRIS Foundation, European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Neurosurgery Operative Unit, "San Pio" Hospital, Benevento, Italy.,Laboratory of Neuroscience, EBRIS Foundation, European Biomedical Research Institute of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.,Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Otorhinolaryngology, Audiology and Phoniatrics Operative Unit, Department of Surgical, Medical, Molecular Pathology and Emergency Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurological Sciences, Division of Neurosurgery, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurological Sciences, Division of Neurosurgery, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurological Sciences, Division of Neurosurgery, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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Matano F, Passeri T, Abbritti R, Camara B, Mastantuoni C, Noya C, Giammattei L, Devaux B, Mandonnet E, Froelich S. Eyebrow incision with a crescent-shaped orbital rim craniotomy for microscopic and endoscopic transorbital approach to the anterior and middle cranial fossa: A cadaveric study and case presentation. BRAIN AND SPINE 2022; 2:100891. [PMID: 36248146 PMCID: PMC9560591 DOI: 10.1016/j.bas.2022.100891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2022] [Revised: 04/06/2022] [Accepted: 04/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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The transorbital approach combining eyebrow incision and crescent-shaped craniotomy increases the surgical freedom to access the anterior and middle skull-base. The technic allows the use of both endoscope and microscope. The concept is at the crossroad between the supraorbital keyhole and endoscopic trans-orbital approach.
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Park HH, Roh TH, Choi S, Yoo J, Kim WH, Jung IH, Yun IS, Hong CK. Endoscopic Transorbital Approach to Mesial Temporal Lobe for Intra-Axial Lesions: Cadaveric Study and Case Series (SevEN-008). Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2021; 21:E506-E515. [PMID: 34528091 DOI: 10.1093/ons/opab319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2021] [Accepted: 07/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Endoscopic transorbital approach (ETOA) has been proposed as a minimally invasive technique for the treatment of skull base lesions located around mesial temporal lobe (MTL), mostly extra-axial pathology. OBJECTIVE To explore the feasibility of ETOA in accessing intraparenchymal MTL with cadaveric specimens and describe our initial clinical experience of ETOA for intra-axial lesions in MTL. METHODS Anatomic dissections were performed in 4 adult cadaveric heads using a 0° endoscope. First, a stepwise anatomical investigation of ETOA to intraparenchymal MTL was explored. Then, ETOA was applied clinically for 7 patients with intra-axial lesions in MTL, predominantly high-grade gliomas (HGGs) and low-grade gliomas (LGGs). RESULTS The extradural stage of ETOA entailed a superior eyelid incision followed by orbital retraction, drilling of orbital roof, greater and lesser wing of sphenoid bone, and cutting of the meningo-orbital band. For the intradural stage, the brain tissue medial to the occipito-temporal gyrus was aspirated until the temporal horn was opened. The structures of MTL could be aspirated selectively in a subpial manner without injury to the neurovascular structures of the ambient and sylvian cisterns, and the lateral neocortex. After cadaveric validation, ETOA was successfully performed for 4 patients with HGGs and 3 patients with LGGs. Gross total resection was achieved in 6 patients (85.7%) without significant surgical morbidities including visual field deficits. CONCLUSION ETOA provides a logical line of access for intra-axial lesions in MTL. The safe and natural surgical trajectory of ETOA can spare brain retraction, neurovascular injury, and disruption of the lateral neocortex.
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- Hun Ho Park
- Department of Neurosurgery , Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University Health System, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ajou University Hospital, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery , Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University Health System, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery , Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University Health System, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery , Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University Health System, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery , Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University Health System, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University Health System, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery , Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University Health System, Seoul, Republic of Korea.,Department of Neurosurgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Vitulli F, D’Avella E, Solari D, Franca RA, Romano A, Bonavolontà P, Cavallo LM. Primary ectopic orbital craniopharyngioma. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2021; 164:1979-1984. [PMID: 34467436 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-021-04969-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 08/09/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Craniopharyngiomas (CP) ectopic localizations off the midline outside the sellar-suprasellar region are very rare and most often associated to secondary tumor dissemination, being primary ectopic CPs extremely unusual. We herein report the first case of a primary ectopic craniopharyngioma within the orbit. A 15-year-old patient presented with progressive right ptosis, proptosis, and retro ocular pain. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed a predominantly cystic lesion, occupying the superolateral right corner of the orbit, outside the intraconal space with no evidence of intracranial involvement. An endoscopic transorbital eyelid approach was adopted. Pathology report disclosed a primary ectopic craniopharyngioma.
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López CB, Di Somma A, Cepeda S, Arrese I, Sarabia R, Agustín JH, Topczewski TE, Enseñat J, Prats-Galino A. Extradural anterior clinoidectomy through endoscopic transorbital approach: laboratory investigation for surgical perspective. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2021; 163:2177-2188. [PMID: 34110491 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-021-04896-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2020] [Accepted: 05/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND The endoscopic transorbital approach (eTOA) is a new mini-invasive procedure used to explore different areas of the skull base. Authors propose an extradural anterior clinoidectomy (AC) through this corridor, defining the anatomical landmarks of the anterior clinoid process (ACP) projection onto the posterior orbit wall and the technical feasibility of this approach. We describe the exposure of the opticocarotid region and the surgical freedom and the angles of attack obtained with this novel approach. METHODS Five cadaver heads underwent an eTOA at the Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy of the University of Barcelona. A step-by-step description of the extradural endoscopic transorbital clinoidectomy was provided. A volumetric analysis of the morphometrics characteristics of the sphenoid wings was evaluated before and after dissection using CT scans. Pterional approach was performed to ascertain ACP removal. RESULTS In all the specimens, it was possible to resect the ACP endo-orbitally aiming an optimal optic canal (OC) unroofing. The surface of the triangle corresponding to the ACP projection onto the posterior orbit wall was 0.42 ± 0.20 cm2. The drilled area to perform the extradural clinoidectomy via eTOA was 3.11 ± 2.27 cm2, and the volume of bone removal corresponding to the greater sphenoid wing (GSW) and lesser sphenoid wing (LSW) was 2.55 ± 1.41 and 0.26 ± 0.18 cm3 respectively. The area of surgical freedom provided by the eTOA was (3.11 ± 2.27cm2), and the angles of attack were 21.39 ± 9.13° in the horizontal axel and 30.63 ± 18.51° in the vertical. CONCLUSIONS The described extradural anterior clinoidectomy by eTOA uses specific landmarks to localize the ACP on the posterior orbit wall. Resection of the ACP is a technically feasible approach, achieving the main goals of any clinoidectomy.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain.
- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Institut Clínic de Neurociències (ICN), Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Carrer de Villaroel, 170, 08036, Barcelona, Spain.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Universitario Río Hortega, Valladolid, Spain
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Universitario Río Hortega, Valladolid, Spain
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Universitario Río Hortega, Valladolid, Spain
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Hospital Universitario Rio Hortega, Valladolid, Spain
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Laboratory of Surgical Neuroanatomy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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Yoo J, Park HH, Yun IS, Hong CK. Clinical applications of the endoscopic transorbital approach for various lesions. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2021; 163:2269-2277. [PMID: 33394139 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-020-04694-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2020] [Accepted: 12/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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BACKGROUND The endoscopic transorbital approach (ETOA) was recently added to the neurosurgical armamentarium. Although this approach could result in less injury to normal brain tissue, shorter operation times, and smaller scars, its clinical applications have not been fully investigated. We, therefore, sought to share our unique experiences of exploring the application of this approach in various diseases. METHODS From June 2017 to March 2019, we conducted ETOAs via the superior eyelid crease in 22 patients for the treatment of lesions confined to the middle fossa with and without slight extension to the posterior fossa. These lesions included 5 gliomas, 11 meningiomas, 3 schwannomas, 1 lymphoma, 1 cavernous hemangioma in the orbital wall, and 1 hemangiopericytoma mimicking schwannoma. Perioperative radiologic findings and clinical outcomes were recorded. RESULTS Gross total resection was accomplished in three (60%) patients with gliomas, nine (81.8%) with meningiomas, two (66.7%) with schwannomas, and one (33.3%) with another lesion. The mean bleeding count was 1051.4 ± 961.1 cc, and major complications were observed in only two (9.1%) cases (one major cerebral artery infarction and one reoperation due to a large amount of bleeding). A cerebrospinal fluid leak was reported in two (9.1%) patients, and transient eye movement palsy was noted in four (18.2%) patients without permanent disability. CONCLUSIONS The endoscopic transorbital approach could be considered to be feasible for various lesions with different characteristics. After carefully considering the lesion anatomy, consistency, and vascular relationships, using this approach, we could achieve a satisfactory extent of resection without severe complications.
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- Jihwan Yoo
- Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University, College of Medicine, 211 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, 06273, Republic of Korea
- Yonsei University, College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University, College of Medicine, 211 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, 06273, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University, College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University, College of Medicine, 211 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, 06273, Republic of Korea.
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Feigl GC, Southey CC, Desai VR, Kullmann M, Krischeck B, Korn A, Tatagiba M, Britz GW. Navigated Transconjunctival Endoscopic Approaches to the Orbit. NEUROSURGERY OPEN 2021. [DOI: 10.1093/neuopn/okaa022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Transorbital endoscopic approaches to the skull base: a systematic literature review and anatomical description. Neurosurg Rev 2021; 44:2857-2878. [PMID: 33479806 PMCID: PMC8490260 DOI: 10.1007/s10143-020-01470-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2020] [Revised: 12/09/2020] [Accepted: 12/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Transorbital endoscopic approaches are increasing in popularity as they provide corridors to reach various areas of the ventral skull base through the orbit. They can be used either alone or in combination with different approaches when dealing with the pathologies of the skull base. The objective of the current study is to evaluate the surgical anatomy of transorbital endoscopic approaches by cadaver dissections as well as providing objective clinical data on their actual employment and morbidity through a systematic review of the current literature. Four cadaveric specimens were dissected, and step-by-step dissection of each endoscopic transorbital approach was performed to identify the main anatomic landmarks and corridors. A systematic review with pooled analysis of the current literature from January 2000 to April 2020 was performed and the related studies were analyzed. Main anatomical landmarks are presented based on the anatomical study and systematic review of the literature. With emphasis on the specific transorbital approach used, indications, surgical technique, and complications are reviewed through the systematic review of 42 studies (19 in vivo and 23 anatomical dissections) including 193 patients. In conclusion, transorbital endoscopic approaches are promising and appear as feasible techniques for the surgical treatment of skull base lesions. Surgical anatomy of transorbital endoscopic approaches can be mastered through knowledge of a number of anatomical landmarks. Based on data available in the literature, transorbital endoscopic approaches represent an important complementary that should be included in the armamentarium of a skull base team.
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Locatelli D, Restelli F, Alfiero T, Campione A, Pozzi F, Balbi S, Arosio A, Castelnuovo P. The Role of the Transorbital Superior Eyelid Approach in the Management of Selected Spheno-orbital Meningiomas: In-Depth Analysis of Indications, Technique, and Outcomes from the Study of a Cohort of 35 Patients. Skull Base Surg 2020; 83:145-158. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1718914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2020] [Accepted: 09/06/2020] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Objective Primary goal in spheno-orbital meningioma (SOM) surgery still remains complete resection. Nevertheless, given their highly infiltrative nature, a growing body of literature suggests to shift toward function-sparing surgeries. We here present our experience in the management of SOMs through the endoscopic superior eyelid approach (SEA).
Methods Surgical database from our multidisciplinary work group was retrospectively reviewed to identify patients treated for SOMs in the last 10 years by our senior authors, analyzing and correlating clinical, radiological, and outcome variables among the different approaches used.
Results There were 35 patients (mean age of 57.3 ± 12.86 years), with a mean follow-up of 31.5 months (range: 6–84 months). The most common preoperative complaint was proptosis (62.9%) followed by diplopia and visual deficit. Greater and lesser sphenoid wings were the areas mainly involved by the pathology (91.4% and 88.6%, respectively), whereas orbital invasion was evidenced in one-third of cases. Patients were operated on through craniotomic (48.6%), endoscopic superior eyelid (37.1%), and combined cranioendoscopic (14.3%) approaches. Simpson grades 0 to II were accomplished in 46.2% of SEA and 76.5% of craniotomies. All patients with a preoperative visual deficit improved in the postoperative period, independently from the approach used. On patients who underwent endoscopic SEA, there was improved their short-/long-term postoperative Karnofsky Performance Status.
Conclusions Endoscopic SEA is a safe and effective alternative to transcranial approaches in very selected cases of SOMs, where the planned primary objective was to obtain a maximally safe resection, aimed at symptom relief, rather than a gross total resection at any cost.
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- Davide Locatelli
- Department of Neurosurgery, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
- Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
- Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
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Lin BJ, Ju DT, Hsu TH, Chen YA, Chung TT, Liu WH, Hueng DY, Chen YH, Hsia CC, Ma HI, Liu MY, Tang CT. Quantitative comparison of endoscopically assisted endonasal, sublabial and transorbital transmaxillary approaches to the anterolateral skull base. Clin Otolaryngol 2020; 46:123-130. [PMID: 32348006 DOI: 10.1111/coa.13559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2019] [Revised: 02/14/2020] [Accepted: 04/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this anatomical study is to make quantitative comparison among three endoscopic approaches, encompassing contralateral endonasal transseptal transmaxillary transpterygoid approach (contralateral EEA), endoscopic sublabial transmaxillary transalisphenoid (Caldwell-Luc) approach and endoscopic transorbital transmaxillary approach through inferior orbital fissure (ETOA), to the anterolateral skull base for assisting preoperative planning. DESIGN & PARTICIPANTS Anatomical dissections were performed in four adult cadaveric heads bilaterally using three endoscopic transmaxillary approaches described above. SETTING Skull Base Laboratory at the National Defense Medical Center. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The area of exposure, angles of attack and depth of surgical corridor of each approach were measured and obtained for statistical comparison. RESULTS The ETOA had significantly larger exposure over middle cranial fossa (731.40 ± 80.08 mm2 ) than contralateral EEA (266.60 ± 46.74 mm2 ) and Caldwell-Luc approach (468.40 ± 59.67 mm2 ). In comparison with contralateral EEA and Caldwell-Luc approach, the ETOA offered significantly greater angles of attack and shorter depth of surgical corridor (P < .05 for all comparisons). CONCLUSIONS The ETOA is the superior choice for target lesion occupying multiple compartments with its epicentre located in the middle cranial fossa or superior portion of infratemporal fossa.
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- Bon-Jour Lin
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan.,Department of Surgery, Nantou Hospital, Nantou, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan.,Department of Surgery, Taichung Armed Forces General Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan.,Department of Surgery, Taichung Armed Forces General Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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Locatelli D, Dallan I, Castelnuovo P. Surgery around the Orbit: How to Select an Approach. J Neurol Surg B Skull Base 2020; 81:409-421. [PMID: 33072481 DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1713893] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Orbital region pathologies may be safely and effectively treated through a various number of approaches. As the concept of "outcome" and minimally invasive surgery keeps gaining popularity in neurosurgery, these approaches-each with specific indications and limitations-together provide the best surgical options.
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- Davide Locatelli
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, "Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi," University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria, Pisa, Italy
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- Division of Otorhinolaryngology, Department of Biotechnology and Life Sciences, "Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi," University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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Endoscopic endonasal and transorbital routes to the petrous apex: anatomic comparative study of two pathways. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2020; 162:2097-2109. [PMID: 32556526 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-020-04451-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2019] [Accepted: 06/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Surgical approaches to the petrous apex region are extremely challenging; while subtemporal approaches and variations represent the milestone of the surgical modules to reach such deep anatomical target, in a constant effort to develop minimally invasive neurosurgical routes, the endoscopic endonasal approach (EEA) has been tested to get a viable corridor to the petroclival junction. Lately, another ventral endoscopic minimally invasive route, i.e., the superior eyelid endoscopic transorbital approach, has been proposed to access the most lateral aspect of the skull base, including the petrous apex region. Our anatomic study aims to compare and combine such two endoscopic minimally invasive pathways to get full access to the petrous apex. Three-dimensional reconstructions and quantitative and morphometric data have been provided. MATERIAL AND METHODS Five human cadaveric heads (10 sides) were dissected. The lab rehearsals were run as follows: (i) preliminary pre-operative CT scans of each specimen, (ii) pre-dissection planning of the petrous apex removal and its quantification, (iii) petrous apex removal via endoscopic endonasal route, (iv) post-operative CT scans, (v) petrous apex removal via endoscopic transorbital route, and (v) final post-operative CT scan with quantitative analysis. Neuronavigation was used to guide all dissections. RESULTS The two endoscopic minimally invasive pathways allowed a different visualization and perspective of the petrous apex, and its surrounding neurovascular structures. After both corridors were completed, a communication between the surgical pathways was highlighted, in a so-called connection area, surrounded by the following important neurovascular structures: anteriorly, the internal carotid artery and the Gasserian ganglion; laterally, the internal acoustic canal; superiorly, the abducens nerve, the trigeminal root, and the tentorium cerebelli; inferomedially, the remaining clivus and the inferior petrosal sinus; and posteriorly, the exposed area of the brainstem. Used in a combined fashion, such multiportal approach provided a total of 97% of petrous apex removal. In particular, the transorbital route achieved a mean of 48.3% removal in the most superolateral portion of the petrous apex, whereas the endonasal approach provided a mean of 48.7% bone removal in the most inferomedial part. The difference between the two approaches was found to be not statistically significant (p = 0.67). CONCLUSION The multiportal combined endoscopic endonasal and transorbital approach to the petrous apex provides an overall bone removal volume of 97% off the petrous apex. In this paper, we highlighted that it was possible to uncover a common path between these two surgical pathways (endonasal and transorbital) in a so-called connection area. Potential indications of this multiportal approach may be lesions placed in or invading the petrous apex and petroclival regions that can be inadequately reached via transcranial paths or via an endonasal endoscopic route alone.
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Lim J, Roh TH, Kim W, Kim JS, Hong JB, Sung KS, Moon JH, Kim EH, Hong CK. Biportal endoscopic transorbital approach: a quantitative anatomical study and clinical application. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2020; 162:2119-2128. [PMID: 32440923 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-020-04339-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2020] [Accepted: 04/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND We devised a biportal endoscopic transorbital approach (BiETOA) to gain surgical freedom by making a port for the endoscope and investigated the benefits and limitations of BiETOA. METHODS A cylindrical port was designed and 3-D printed using biocompatible material. The port was inserted through a keyhole between the superolateral side of the orbital rim and the temporal muscle. An endoscope was inserted through the port, and other instruments were inserted through the conventional transorbital route. BiETOA was used to dissect eight cadaveric heads, and the angle of attack and surgical freedom were assessed. RESULTS The mean maximal angle of attack was significantly different in BiETOA and endoscopic transorbital approach (ETOA) (P < 0.01) but not in BiETOA and ETOA lateral orbital rim (LOR) osteotomy (P = 0.207, P = 0.21). The mean surgical freedom was significantly different in BiETOA and ETOA (P < 0.01) and in BiETOA and ETOA LOR osteotomy (P < 0.01). In the clinical cases, tumors were removed successfully without any complications. CONCLUSIONS BiETOA provided increased surgical freedom and better visibility of deep target lesion and resulted in good surgical and cosmetic outcomes.
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- Jaejoon Lim
- Department of Neurosurgery, Bundang CHA Medical Center, CHA University College of Medicine, Seongnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ajou Univeristy Hospital, Ajou University College of Medicine, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ewha Womans University Seoul Hospital, Ewha Womans University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Dong-A University Hospital, Dong-A University College of Medicine, Busan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Center, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Li L, London NR, Chen X, Prevedello DM, Carrau RL. Expanded exposure and detailed anatomic analysis of the superior orbital fissure: Implications for endonasal and transorbital approaches. Head Neck 2020; 42:3089-3097. [PMID: 32737950 DOI: 10.1002/hed.26399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2020] [Revised: 06/16/2020] [Accepted: 07/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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This study aimed to ascertain the maximal exposure of the superior orbital fissure (SOF) afforded by combining endonasal and transorbital endoscopic approaches. Six cadaveric specimens (12 sides) were dissected using endonasal and transorbital endoscopic approaches to access the SOF. The order of the approaches was alternated in each specimen (eg, starting with an endonasal approach in one side followed by a transorbital exposure and reversing the order on the contralateral side). Maximal exposure of the SOF and its contents for individual and combined approaches were explored. The endonasal corridor provided adequate access to the inferomedial 1/3 of the SOF and including the proximal segments of cranial nerves (CN) III, V1 and VI. A transorbital approach was superior accessing the superolateral 2/3's of the SOF, including the superior ophthalmic vein, lacrimal nerve, and distal segment of the CN VI at the lateral aspect; the nasociliary nerve and divisions of CN III centrally; and the frontal nerve and CN IV at the dorsal aspect of levator palpebrae superioris. This study suggests that a combined endonasal and transorbital exposure of the SOF may be advantageous to address lesions in this challenging region.
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- Lifeng Li
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.,Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The James Cancer Hospital, Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The James Cancer Hospital, Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA.,Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.,Sinonasal and Skull Base Tumor Program, National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, NIH, Bethesda, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The James Cancer Hospital, Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA.,Department of Neurological Surgery, The James Cancer Hospital, Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The James Cancer Hospital, Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA.,Department of Neurological Surgery, The James Cancer Hospital, Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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Di Somma A, Langdon C, de Notaris M, Reyes L, Ortiz-Perez S, Alobid I, Enseñat J. Combined and simultaneous endoscopic endonasal and transorbital surgery for a Meckel's cave schwannoma: technical nuances of a mini-invasive, multiportal approach. J Neurosurg 2020; 134:1836-1845. [PMID: 32650309 DOI: 10.3171/2020.4.jns20707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2020] [Accepted: 04/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Over the years, Meckel's cave pathologies have been judged off-limits because of high rates of morbidity. Even though several studies have defined various surgical routes with tolerable morbidity and mortality rates, controversies related to the optimal avenue to treat different categories of Meckel's cave and cavernous sinus neoplasms persist.With unceasing energy to cultivate minimally invasive neurosurgical approaches, the endoscopic endonasal route has been tested, and the approach effectively performed, to provide a valid surgical window to these areas. In this dynamic and challenging scenario, another ventral endoscopic minimally invasive route-that is, the superior eyelid endoscopic transorbital approach-has been very recently proposed, and used in selected cases, to access the cavernous sinus and Meckel's cave regions. METHODS The authors report the technical nuances of a combined and simultaneous endoscopic endonasal and transorbital surgical treatment of a patient with a Meckel's cave schwannoma. The operation involved collaboration among neurosurgery, otorhinolaryngology, and ophthalmology (oculoplastic surgery). The patient recovered well, had no neurological deficits, and was discharged to home 3 days after surgery. RESULTS The multiportal combined route was proposed for the following reasons. The endonasal approach, considered to be more familiar to our skull base team, could allow control of possible damage of the internal carotid artery. From the endonasal perspective, the most inferior and medial portion of the tumor could be properly managed. Finally, the transorbital route, by means of opening the lateral wall of the cavernous sinus via the meningoorbital band, could allow control of the superolateral part of the tumor and, most importantly, could permit removal of the portion entering the posterior cranial fossa via the trigeminal pore. Simultaneous surgery with two surgical teams working together was planned in order to reduce operative time, hospital stay, and patient stress and discomfort, and to ensure "one-shot" complete tumor removal, with minimal or no complications. CONCLUSIONS This study represents the translation into the real surgical setting of recent anatomical contributions related to the novel endoscopic transorbital approach and its simultaneous integration with the endoscopic endonasal pathway. Accordingly, it may pave the way for future applications related to minimally invasive, multiportal endoscopic surgery for skull base tumors.
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- 4Department of Ophthalmology, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona; and.,5Department of Ophthalmology, Hospital Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain
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- 3Department of Neuroscience, "G. Rummo" Hospital, Benevento, Italy
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Kong DS, Kim YH, Hong CK. Optimal indications and limitations of endoscopic transorbital superior eyelid surgery for spheno-orbital meningiomas. J Neurosurg 2020; 134:1472-1479. [PMID: 32502989 DOI: 10.3171/2020.3.jns20297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2020] [Accepted: 03/30/2020] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Spheno-orbital meningiomas (SOMs) are complicated tumors that involve multiple structures at initial presentation, such as the orbit, temporalis muscle, sphenoidal bone, cavernous sinus, and temporal or infratemporal fossa. The infiltrative growth and complexity of this type of meningioma make total resection impossible. In this study, the authors evaluated the surgical outcome of the endoscopic transorbital approach (eTOA) for SOM. In addition, they identified optimal indications for the use of eTOA and analyzed the feasibility of this approach as a minimally invasive surgery for SOMs of varying types and locations at presentation. METHODS Between September 2016 and December 2019, the authors performed eTOA in 41 patients with SOM with or without orbital involvement at 3 independent tertiary institutions. The authors evaluated the surgical outcomes of eTOA for SOM and investigated several factors that affect the outcome, such as tumor volume, tumor location, and the presence of lateral orbitotomy. Gross-total resection (GTR) was defined as complete resection of the tumor or intended subtotal resection except the cavernous sinus. This study was undertaken as a multicenter project (006) of the Korean Society of Endoscopic Neurosurgery (KOSEN-006). RESULTS There were 41 patients (5 men and 36 women) with a median age of 52.0 years (range 24-73 years). Twenty-one patients had tumors that involved the orbital structure, while 14 patients had tumors that presented at the sphenoidal bone along with other structures, such as the cavernous sinus, temporal fossa, and infratemporal fossa. Fifteen patients had the globulous type of tumor and 26 patients had the en plaque type. Overall, GTR was achieved in 21 of 41 patients (51.2%), and complications included CSF leaks in 2 patients and wound complications in 2 patients. Multiple logistic regression analysis showed that the en plaque type of tumor, absence of lateral orbital rim osteotomy, involvement of the temporal floor or infratemporal fossa, and involvement of the orbit and medial one-third of the greater sphenoidal wing were closely associated with lower GTR rates (p < 0.05). Multivariate analysis revealed that the en plaque type of tumor and the absence of lateral orbital rim osteotomy were significant predictors for lower GTR rate. CONCLUSIONS The en plaque type of SOM remains a challenge despite advances in technique such as minimally invasive surgery. Overall, clinical outcome of eTOA for SOM was comparable to the transcranial surgery. To achieve GTR, eTOA is recommended, with additional lateral orbital rim osteotomy for globulous-type tumors, without involving the floor of the temporal and infratemporal fossa.
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- Doo-Sik Kong
- 1Department of Neurosurgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine
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- 2Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine; and
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- 3Department of Neurosurgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University Health System, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Husain Q, Banks C, Bleier BS. Lynch vs transcaruncular approach: optimizing access to the lateral frontal sinus. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol 2020; 10:991-995. [DOI: 10.1002/alr.22560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2019] [Revised: 03/01/2020] [Accepted: 03/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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- Qasim Husain
- Department of Otolaryngology‐Head and Neck Surgery, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Harvard Medical School Boston MA
- Department of Otolaryngology‐Head and Neck Surgery Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine at Seton Hall University Nutley NJ
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- Department of Otolaryngology‐Head and Neck Surgery, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Harvard Medical School Boston MA
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- Department of Otolaryngology‐Head and Neck Surgery, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Harvard Medical School Boston MA
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Jean WC, Tai AX. Commentary: Resection of Cavernous Sinus Meningioma via Lateral Orbitotomy Approach: 2-Dimensional Operative Video. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown) 2020; 18:E165-E166. [PMID: 31313818 DOI: 10.1093/ons/opz210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2019] [Accepted: 05/28/2019] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- Walter C Jean
- Department of Neurosurgery, George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Georgetown University, Washington, District of Columbia
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