Surgical treatment of the tumors of posterior part of third ventricle and pineal region
- VernacularTitle:第三脑室后部及松果体区肿瘤外科治疗
- Author:
Liang, GUAN
;
Bao-min, ZHANG
;
Wei-Jian, SUN
;
Wei-zhong, YANG
;
Bao-guo, LIU
;
FU-yu, WANG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- From:Bulletin of The Academy of Military Medical Sciences
2001;25(1):54-56
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective:To summarize the experiences of the surgical treatment of tumors in the posterior part of the third ventricle and pineal region. Methods: Twenty-seven patients with tumors in this region treated microsurgically from 1990 to 2000 were analyzed. The surgical indications, approaches, and operative key points were discussed. The prognostic factors were also analyzed. Results:Tumors were removed totally in 11 patients, removed subtotally in 7 and removed partially in 5. Biopsy and ventriculo-peritoneal shunt was performed in 4 patients. Of 17 patients in follow-up, 13 patients survived longer than 5 years. Conclusions: Most tumors in the posterior part of the third ventricle and pineal region can be surgically removed.Sufficient specimen obtained in the operation can confirm pathologic property of the tumor,guiding next chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
