Endoscopy in Craniosynostosis Surgery
Neena I. Marupudi, Breanne Reisen, Arlene Rozzelle, Sandeep Sood
Abstract
Over the past 30 years, advances in endoscopic technology and advancing interest in the benefits of minimally invasive approaches for craniofacial surgery have resulted in these techniques becoming a part of the standard of care in the treatment of craniosynostosis. In this review, we discuss the evolution and adoption of endoscopic-assisted strip craniectomy procedures. In addition to reviewing the studies describing various nuances and modifications to minimally invasive strip craniectomy, attention to comparisons in outcomes between traditional or open cranial vault reconstructions and endoscopic-assisted techniques is highlighted for different craniosynostosis diagnoses.
Topics & Concepts
CraniosynostosisMedicineCranial vaultEndoscopySurgeryCraniofacialCraniofacial surgeryGeneral surgerySkullPsychiatryCraniofacial Disorders and TreatmentsCleft Lip and Palate ResearchHead and Neck Surgical Oncology