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Review
. 2020 Apr 8;6(2):118-124.
doi: 10.1016/j.wjorl.2020.01.007. eCollection 2020 Jun.

Pediatric sinonasal and skull base lesions

Charles A Riley  1 , Christian P Soneru  1 , Jonathan B Overdevest  1 , Marc L Otten  2 , David A Gudis  1
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Review

Pediatric sinonasal and skull base lesions

Charles A Riley et al. World J Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Surg. .

Abstract

Pediatric skull base lesions are complex and challenging disorders. Safe and comprehensive management of this diverse group of disorders requires the expertise of an experienced multidisciplinary skull base team. Adult endoscopic skull base surgery has evolved due to technologic and surgical advancements, multidisciplinary team approaches, and continued innovation. Similar principles continue to advance the care delivered to the pediatric population. The approach and management of these lesions varies considerably based on tumor anatomy, pathology, and surgical goals. An understanding of the nuances of skull base reconstruction unique to the pediatric population is critical for successful outcomes.

Keywords: Chondrosarcoma; Clival chordoma; Craniopharyngioma; Endoscopic sinus surgery; Endoscopic skull base surgery; Juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma; Meningoencephalocele; Pediatrics; Pituitary adenoma.

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Figures

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A: Computed tomography of a 6-month old male with a patent craniopharyngeal canal and meningocele. This was successfully resected, and the skull base reconstructed with a nasoseptal flap. B: CT of an 11-year old male with a juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma. C: MRI of a 10-year-old male with rhabdomyosarcoma. D: MRI of an 11-year-old female with chordoma. (Images are property of Columbia University Division of Rhinology).
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