OBJECTIVE To explore the methods and experience of thesingle-nostril transsphenoidal approach for treating pituitaryadenomas.METHODS We retrospectively analyzed 46 patients whohad pituitary tumors and received surgery...OBJECTIVE To explore the methods and experience of thesingle-nostril transsphenoidal approach for treating pituitaryadenomas.METHODS We retrospectively analyzed 46 patients whohad pituitary tumors and received surgery via the singlenostriltranssphenoidal approach and observed the effects andcomplications of surgery. The specific surgical methods are: a nasalspeculum is inserted slowly through the right nostril towards theanterior wall of the sphenoid sinus. A 1.5 cm incision is made intothe nasal mucosa in the right nasal cavity at the level of the middlenasal turbinate. By fracturing the bony septum, a space is formedbetween the bilateral nasal mucosa and the bony septum of thesphenoid sinus. Then, the inside of the sphenoid sinus is exposed.The remaining part of the bony septum, the anterior sphenoidsinus wall, and the sphenoid mucosa are gradually removed. Theanterior sphenoidotomy is less than 1.5 cm wide. After confirmingthe tumor by dural puncture, a cross incision of the dura is made,and the tumor is slowly removed by curette. The sella is usuallycollapsed and visible after the total tumor removal. When thetumor is resected satisfactorily, gelatin sponges are placed into theoperative cavity to stop bleeding.RESULTS Postoperative MRI scans revealed that among the 46cases, total resection of the tumor was achieved in 34 cases andsubtotal in 12. No deaths or disability occurred, and the hormonelevels of almost all patients improved. Signs of diabetes insipidusoccurred in 17, electrolyte disturbances in 5, and there were noreports of postoperative cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea.CONCLUSION The direct single nostril transsphenoidalapproach of continuous improvement has the advantages ofa convenient approach, simplified operation, safety and highefficiency.展开更多
BACKGROUND Nonfunctional pituitary adenoma is a common type of pituitary adenoma, which can lead to headache, visual field disturbance, and cranial nerve damage due to increased tumor volume. Neuroendoscopic and micro...BACKGROUND Nonfunctional pituitary adenoma is a common type of pituitary adenoma, which can lead to headache, visual field disturbance, and cranial nerve damage due to increased tumor volume. Neuroendoscopic and microscopic transsphenoidal approaches have been widely used in the resection of nonfunctional pituitary adenomas. However, the clinical efficacy in neuroendoscopic and microscopic surgery is still controversial. AIM To explore the clinical efficacy of neuroendoscopic and microscopic transsphenoidal approach for resection of nonfunctional pituitary adenomas. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed 251 patients with nonfunctional pituitary adenomas;138 underwent neuroendoscopic surgery via transsphenoidal approach, and 113 underwent microscopic surgery via transsphenoidal approach between July 2010 and September 2015. All patients were followed up for > 6 mo. Gender, age, course of disease, tumor diameter, tumor location, and percentage of patients with headache, visual impairment, sexual dysfunction, and menstrual disorders were contrasted between the two groups to compare the difference of preoperative data. Cure rate, symptom improvement rate, recurrence rate, the postoperative hospital stay, operating time, intraoperative blood loss, and the incidence of postoperative complications were compared in order to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of neuroendoscopic and microscopic surgery.RESULTS There was no significant difference in cure rate, symptom improvement rate, and recurrence rate between neuroendoscopy group and microscopy group (82.6% vs 85.8%, P > 0.05;90.6% vs 93.8%, P > 0.05;5.1% vs 9.7%, P > 0.05). In the neuroendoscopy group, the postoperative hospital stay was 8.4 ± 0.6 d;operating time was 167.2 ± 9.6 min;intraoperative blood loss was 83.4 ± 9.3 mL, and the rates of diabetes insipidus and electrolyte imbalance were 4.3% and 8.0%, respectively. The corresponding results in the microscopic group were 11.2 ± 0.6 d, 199.7 ± 9.3 min, 138.8 ± 13.6 mL, and 32.7% and 20.4%, respectively. There were significant differences in postoperative hospital stay, operating time, intraoperative blood loss, and the rates of diabetes insipidus and electrolyte imbalance between the two groups (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION Neuroendoscopic and microscopic transsphenoidal approaches have similar clinical efficacy for the resection of nonfunctional pituitary adenomas. Neuroendoscopic surgery reduces operating time, intraoperative bleeding, postoperative recovery, and complications.展开更多
Objective： To explore the pituitary function of acute pituitary apoplexy and its effect by transsphenoidal surgery. Methods： The clinical data and endocrine hormones level of 25 patients with acute pituitary apoplex...Objective： To explore the pituitary function of acute pituitary apoplexy and its effect by transsphenoidal surgery. Methods： The clinical data and endocrine hormones level of 25 patients with acute pituitary apoplexy who underwent transsphenoidal surgery from Jan. 2002 to June 2004 were retrospectively analyzed. Results： 13 cases underwent surgery within 3 days after admission and 22 cases within 1 week. Of the 25 cases, 9 patients suffered the impairment of pituitary-thyroidal function, 14 cases of pituitary-adrenal function and 11 cases of pituitary-gonadal function before surgery. After surgery, 5/9, 8/14 and 7/11 were recovered from the corresponding hypopituitarism. Conclusion： Hypopituitarism is a major manifestation of acute pituitary apoplexy. Urgent surgery decompression contributed to the improvement of pituitary function. Patients with hypopituitarism after surgery required the corresponding hormones replacement therapy.展开更多
Objective Typically,the transcranial approach has been used for the treatment of craniopharyngiomas with suprasellar extension,whereas the transsphenoidal approach has been used mostly for infradiaphragmatic craniopha...Objective Typically,the transcranial approach has been used for the treatment of craniopharyngiomas with suprasellar extension,whereas the transsphenoidal approach has been used mostly for infradiaphragmatic craniopharyngioma.Total resection of craniopharyngioma can reduce the recurrence rate,especially in young children,but it may lead to severe complications.Therefore,any benefit of the degree of resection must be weighed against the risk of complications by the surgeons.The purpose of this study was to explore the therapeutic outcome after transsphenoidal microsurgical treatment of infradiaphragmatic craniopharyngioma and share our experiences.Methods Between January 2003 and June 2013,30 patients with infradiaphragmatic craniopharyngioma underwent transsphenoidal microsurgical resection in our hospital.The neurological,visual,and endocrine functions,and extent of resection were analyzed retrospectively.Recurrence or growth of residual tumor tissue during follow-up was assessed using magnetic resonance imaging(MRI).Results Total resection was achieved in 25 patients(83.3%),subtotal resection was achieved in 4 patients(13.3%),and partial resection was achieved in 1 patient(3.4%).There were no perioperative deaths.Cerebrospinal fluid(CSF) leakage occurred in 6 patients,and among them,2 required surgical repair of the sella.New-onset postoperative diabetes insipidus(DI) developed in 8 patients.Vision and visual fields were improved at different levels in 13 out of 16 patients who had sight impediments before treatment.Tumor recurrence and regrowth was observed in 2 patients;1 patient underwent transsphenoidal reoperation,the condition of the other patient who had undergone several craniotomies grew worse over the 6-month follow-up period.Conclusion Transsphenoidal surgery is an ideal choice in treating infradiaphragmatic craniopharyngioma.The transsphenoidal approach,which preserves pituitary function and avoids damage to the hypothalamic structures and optic nerve,is associated with fewer complications than the transcranial approach and a low mortality rate.展开更多
Objective To discuss the surgical procedures and its advantages and disadvantages.Methods Theunilateral trans-septal endonasal approach was employed. Zero degree neuroendoscope was used for nasal mucosal dissection an...Objective To discuss the surgical procedures and its advantages and disadvantages.Methods Theunilateral trans-septal endonasal approach was employed. Zero degree neuroendoscope was used for nasal mucosal dissection and exploration of anterior wall of sphenoid sinus. The sphenoidotomy was done with the anatomic landmark of inferior margin of middle turbinate and ostia . After the identification of internal carotid artery and optic nerve, the pituitary fossa was opened. Then cut the dura , the margin between adenoma and normal tissue was very clear under endoscope. tumor can be removed safely. There were two patients with suprasellar extension, 30-degree endoscope was used and excellent visualization and tumor removal were obtained. Results No severe complication occurred. Conclusion Endoscopic assisted transsphenoidal pituitary surgery is practical because the operation is done under excellent illumination and visualization.展开更多
Objective To study the advantage of modified methods involving incision,repairation of the sella floor etc.in transsphenoidal approach for pituitury tumor removal.Methods The transsphenoidal approach with one endonasa...Objective To study the advantage of modified methods involving incision,repairation of the sella floor etc.in transsphenoidal approach for pituitury tumor removal.Methods The transsphenoidal approach with one endonasal incision of mucosa was performed for resecting pituitary tumor in 86 patients,of which total resection of the tumor in 67 cases and subtotal in 19 cases.Results There was no case with postoperative meningitis and rhinoseptal perforation.Tachocombs were used for repairation of the tumor resection cavection cavity and the sella floor,of which there was no case with postoperative CSF leakage happened.Conclusion These modified methods simplified operative procedurej Areduced damage and prevented postoperative complications of CSF leakage and rhinoseptal perforation etc.展开更多
Although presented over one hundred years ago, the transsphenoidal approach to pituitary adenoma is still the most suitable and safe route to pituitary adenoma, with a series of significant evolutional steps. The tran...Although presented over one hundred years ago, the transsphenoidal approach to pituitary adenoma is still the most suitable and safe route to pituitary adenoma, with a series of significant evolutional steps. The transsphenoidal approach to pituitary adenoma is still a non-universal approach used in different centers of different areas in our country. The transsphenoidal approach has a number of variations, including the endonasal rhinoseptoplastic, transnasal displacement,展开更多
文摘OBJECTIVE To explore the methods and experience of thesingle-nostril transsphenoidal approach for treating pituitaryadenomas.METHODS We retrospectively analyzed 46 patients whohad pituitary tumors and received surgery via the singlenostriltranssphenoidal approach and observed the effects andcomplications of surgery. The specific surgical methods are: a nasalspeculum is inserted slowly through the right nostril towards theanterior wall of the sphenoid sinus. A 1.5 cm incision is made intothe nasal mucosa in the right nasal cavity at the level of the middlenasal turbinate. By fracturing the bony septum, a space is formedbetween the bilateral nasal mucosa and the bony septum of thesphenoid sinus. Then, the inside of the sphenoid sinus is exposed.The remaining part of the bony septum, the anterior sphenoidsinus wall, and the sphenoid mucosa are gradually removed. Theanterior sphenoidotomy is less than 1.5 cm wide. After confirmingthe tumor by dural puncture, a cross incision of the dura is made,and the tumor is slowly removed by curette. The sella is usuallycollapsed and visible after the total tumor removal. When thetumor is resected satisfactorily, gelatin sponges are placed into theoperative cavity to stop bleeding.RESULTS Postoperative MRI scans revealed that among the 46cases, total resection of the tumor was achieved in 34 cases andsubtotal in 12. No deaths or disability occurred, and the hormonelevels of almost all patients improved. Signs of diabetes insipidusoccurred in 17, electrolyte disturbances in 5, and there were noreports of postoperative cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea.CONCLUSION The direct single nostril transsphenoidalapproach of continuous improvement has the advantages ofa convenient approach, simplified operation, safety and highefficiency.
文摘BACKGROUND Nonfunctional pituitary adenoma is a common type of pituitary adenoma, which can lead to headache, visual field disturbance, and cranial nerve damage due to increased tumor volume. Neuroendoscopic and microscopic transsphenoidal approaches have been widely used in the resection of nonfunctional pituitary adenomas. However, the clinical efficacy in neuroendoscopic and microscopic surgery is still controversial. AIM To explore the clinical efficacy of neuroendoscopic and microscopic transsphenoidal approach for resection of nonfunctional pituitary adenomas. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed 251 patients with nonfunctional pituitary adenomas;138 underwent neuroendoscopic surgery via transsphenoidal approach, and 113 underwent microscopic surgery via transsphenoidal approach between July 2010 and September 2015. All patients were followed up for > 6 mo. Gender, age, course of disease, tumor diameter, tumor location, and percentage of patients with headache, visual impairment, sexual dysfunction, and menstrual disorders were contrasted between the two groups to compare the difference of preoperative data. Cure rate, symptom improvement rate, recurrence rate, the postoperative hospital stay, operating time, intraoperative blood loss, and the incidence of postoperative complications were compared in order to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of neuroendoscopic and microscopic surgery.RESULTS There was no significant difference in cure rate, symptom improvement rate, and recurrence rate between neuroendoscopy group and microscopy group (82.6% vs 85.8%, P > 0.05;90.6% vs 93.8%, P > 0.05;5.1% vs 9.7%, P > 0.05). In the neuroendoscopy group, the postoperative hospital stay was 8.4 ± 0.6 d;operating time was 167.2 ± 9.6 min;intraoperative blood loss was 83.4 ± 9.3 mL, and the rates of diabetes insipidus and electrolyte imbalance were 4.3% and 8.0%, respectively. The corresponding results in the microscopic group were 11.2 ± 0.6 d, 199.7 ± 9.3 min, 138.8 ± 13.6 mL, and 32.7% and 20.4%, respectively. There were significant differences in postoperative hospital stay, operating time, intraoperative blood loss, and the rates of diabetes insipidus and electrolyte imbalance between the two groups (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION Neuroendoscopic and microscopic transsphenoidal approaches have similar clinical efficacy for the resection of nonfunctional pituitary adenomas. Neuroendoscopic surgery reduces operating time, intraoperative bleeding, postoperative recovery, and complications.
基金This project was supported by a grant from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 39670736).
文摘Objective： To explore the pituitary function of acute pituitary apoplexy and its effect by transsphenoidal surgery. Methods： The clinical data and endocrine hormones level of 25 patients with acute pituitary apoplexy who underwent transsphenoidal surgery from Jan. 2002 to June 2004 were retrospectively analyzed. Results： 13 cases underwent surgery within 3 days after admission and 22 cases within 1 week. Of the 25 cases, 9 patients suffered the impairment of pituitary-thyroidal function, 14 cases of pituitary-adrenal function and 11 cases of pituitary-gonadal function before surgery. After surgery, 5/9, 8/14 and 7/11 were recovered from the corresponding hypopituitarism. Conclusion： Hypopituitarism is a major manifestation of acute pituitary apoplexy. Urgent surgery decompression contributed to the improvement of pituitary function. Patients with hypopituitarism after surgery required the corresponding hormones replacement therapy.
基金Supported by the grants from the National Clinical Key Specialty Construction Project and National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81270865)
文摘Objective Typically,the transcranial approach has been used for the treatment of craniopharyngiomas with suprasellar extension,whereas the transsphenoidal approach has been used mostly for infradiaphragmatic craniopharyngioma.Total resection of craniopharyngioma can reduce the recurrence rate,especially in young children,but it may lead to severe complications.Therefore,any benefit of the degree of resection must be weighed against the risk of complications by the surgeons.The purpose of this study was to explore the therapeutic outcome after transsphenoidal microsurgical treatment of infradiaphragmatic craniopharyngioma and share our experiences.Methods Between January 2003 and June 2013,30 patients with infradiaphragmatic craniopharyngioma underwent transsphenoidal microsurgical resection in our hospital.The neurological,visual,and endocrine functions,and extent of resection were analyzed retrospectively.Recurrence or growth of residual tumor tissue during follow-up was assessed using magnetic resonance imaging(MRI).Results Total resection was achieved in 25 patients(83.3%),subtotal resection was achieved in 4 patients(13.3%),and partial resection was achieved in 1 patient(3.4%).There were no perioperative deaths.Cerebrospinal fluid(CSF) leakage occurred in 6 patients,and among them,2 required surgical repair of the sella.New-onset postoperative diabetes insipidus(DI) developed in 8 patients.Vision and visual fields were improved at different levels in 13 out of 16 patients who had sight impediments before treatment.Tumor recurrence and regrowth was observed in 2 patients;1 patient underwent transsphenoidal reoperation,the condition of the other patient who had undergone several craniotomies grew worse over the 6-month follow-up period.Conclusion Transsphenoidal surgery is an ideal choice in treating infradiaphragmatic craniopharyngioma.The transsphenoidal approach,which preserves pituitary function and avoids damage to the hypothalamic structures and optic nerve,is associated with fewer complications than the transcranial approach and a low mortality rate.
文摘Objective To discuss the surgical procedures and its advantages and disadvantages.Methods Theunilateral trans-septal endonasal approach was employed. Zero degree neuroendoscope was used for nasal mucosal dissection and exploration of anterior wall of sphenoid sinus. The sphenoidotomy was done with the anatomic landmark of inferior margin of middle turbinate and ostia . After the identification of internal carotid artery and optic nerve, the pituitary fossa was opened. Then cut the dura , the margin between adenoma and normal tissue was very clear under endoscope. tumor can be removed safely. There were two patients with suprasellar extension, 30-degree endoscope was used and excellent visualization and tumor removal were obtained. Results No severe complication occurred. Conclusion Endoscopic assisted transsphenoidal pituitary surgery is practical because the operation is done under excellent illumination and visualization.
文摘Objective To study the advantage of modified methods involving incision,repairation of the sella floor etc.in transsphenoidal approach for pituitury tumor removal.Methods The transsphenoidal approach with one endonasal incision of mucosa was performed for resecting pituitary tumor in 86 patients,of which total resection of the tumor in 67 cases and subtotal in 19 cases.Results There was no case with postoperative meningitis and rhinoseptal perforation.Tachocombs were used for repairation of the tumor resection cavection cavity and the sella floor,of which there was no case with postoperative CSF leakage happened.Conclusion These modified methods simplified operative procedurej Areduced damage and prevented postoperative complications of CSF leakage and rhinoseptal perforation etc.
文摘Although presented over one hundred years ago, the transsphenoidal approach to pituitary adenoma is still the most suitable and safe route to pituitary adenoma, with a series of significant evolutional steps. The transsphenoidal approach to pituitary adenoma is still a non-universal approach used in different centers of different areas in our country. The transsphenoidal approach has a number of variations, including the endonasal rhinoseptoplastic, transnasal displacement,
