Endoscope-assisted microvascular decompression in hemifacial spasm with a teflon bridge.
Acta Neurochir (Wien)
; 166(1): 239, 2024 May 30.
Article
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| ID: mdl-38814504
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Microvascular conflicts in hemifacial spasm typically occur at the facial nerve's root exit zone. While a pure microsurgical approach offers only limited orientation, added endoscopy enhances visibility of the relevant structures without the necessity of cerebellar retraction.METHODS:
After a retrosigmoid craniotomy, a microsurgical decompression of the facial nerve is performed with a Teflon bridge. Endoscopic inspection prior and after decompression facilitates optimal Teflon bridge positioning.CONCLUSIONS:
Endoscope-assisted microsurgery allows a clear visualization and safe manipulation on the facial nerve at its root exit zone.Key words
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Polytetrafluoroethylene
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Hemifacial Spasm
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Microvascular Decompression Surgery
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Language:
En
Journal:
Acta Neurochir (Wien)
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Austria