کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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3143993 | 1196838 | 2008 | 6 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |
SummaryPurposeTo evaluate the advantages of endoscopic assistance in microvascular decompression (MVD) for the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia (TGN).MethodsOne hundred and sixty-seven patients suffering from TGN were treated by MVD from October 2003 to December 2006. The operating microscope was used in conjunction with a 30° effect endoscope to diagnose neurovascular compression (NVC).ResultsThe type and grade of NVC were determined in all cases. 85.26% of neurovascular conflicts were diagnosed with the microscope alone. An additional 14.76% could be diagnosed with the assistance of the endoscope. 96.79% of patients experienced immediate relief of pain.ConclusionsMVD is a highly effective treatment for TGN. Endoscopes are very useful during the procedures. They increase the clarity of the surgical field and they enable panoramic visualization in areas that are blind to the direct field of view of the operating microscope. A significant percentage of neurovascular conflicts would be missed at surgery without endoscopic assistance.
Journal: Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery - Volume 36, Issue 8, December 2008, Pages 456–461