The extracapsular dissection technique in the management of benign tumours of the parotid gland: our experience in 194 patients.

Autor: Allevi, Fabiana, Borzi, Patrizia, Valsecchi, Federico, Cucurullo, Marco, Bolognesi, Federico, Rabbiosi, Dimitri, Biglioli, Federico
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Zdroj: Journal of Laryngology & Otology; May2024, Vol. 138 Issue 5, p565-569, 5p
Abstrakt: Objective: The indications for and approaches to extracapsular dissection for parotid gland benign tumours are debated in the literature. This study retrospectively evaluates a single site's short- and long-term results with a standardised extracapsular dissection approach to benign parotid tumours. Methods: A retrospective review of a single institution's records identified cases with extracapsular dissection as the primary surgery for non-recurrent benign parotid tumours. A total of 194 eligible patients were identified (124 women and 70 men, age 47.75 ± 15.62 years). Pre-, intra- and post-surgical data were reviewed for complications and recurrences. Results: Histology reported pleomorphic adenoma in 165 patients, Warthin's tumour in 28 patients and both in one patient. Mean follow up was 36 ± 16 months (range, 12–84 months). The incidences of complications following extracapsular dissection were temporary (n = 13) and permanent (n = 0) facial nerve dysfunction, Frey's syndrome (n = 1)) and recurrences (n = 5). These rates align with prior literature. Conclusion: This case series shows how a standardised approach to extracapsular dissection for benign parotid tumours yields favourable results, supporting a progressive change of strategy towards reduced invasiveness. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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