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The endoscope-assisted contralateral paramedian approach to large falcine meningiomas

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Abstract

Background

Resection of large falcine meningiomas can be challenging as overlaying cortical brain is endangered during the surgical approach.

Method

We describe the endoscope-assisted contralateral paramedian approach to large left-falcine meningiomas to avoid retraction of the ipsilateral thin layer of eloquent brain cortex.

Conclusions

The contralateral paramedian approach enables complete tumor resection with endoscopic-assisted removal of tumor remnants in the superior aspect of the resection cavity, sparing any manipulation of ipsilateral brain tissue.

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  1. Department of Neurosurgery, Neurological Institute, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, P.O. Box 11 24 12

    Florian Roser & Luigi Rigante

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Roser, F., Rigante, L. The endoscope-assisted contralateral paramedian approach to large falcine meningiomas. Acta Neurochir 160, 79–82 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00701-017-3382-y

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