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Skull-base malignancies are cancers that develop in the bones or tissues at the base of the skull. These tumors can be challenging to treat due to their location near vital nerves and brain structures.
Types of Skull-Base Malignancies:
• Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Cancer that can develop in various head and neck regions, including the skull base.
• Sinus Cancers: Malignant tumors arising in the paranasal sinuses.
• Pituitary Tumors: Pituitary tumors are abnormal growths in the pituitary gland, a pea-sized gland at the base of the brain that produces hormones controlling many body functions.
• Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma: Cancer of the upper part of the throat behind the nose.
• Chordoma: A slow-growing malignant tumor arising from embryonic remnants at the skull base.• Chondrosarcoma: Cancerous tumor originating from the cartilage at the skull base.
• Esthesioneuroblastoma (Olfactory Neuroblastoma): Develops in the olfactory nerve tissue responsible for smell.
Surgical resection is often the primary treatment for skull base malignancies, with the goal of achieving complete tumor removal.
In cases where complete tumor removal is not feasible or the tumor is located in a high-risk area, our team will go for open procedures.
Following endoscopic skull base resection, patients typically experience a faster recovery compared to traditional open surgeries, with most able to return to normal activities within a few weeks.
Dr. Kranthi specializes in these procedures, using advanced techniques and tailors treatment plans to each patient's needs. Post-surgery, our team provides comprehensive care including monitoring for any signs of complications and guiding patients through the rehabilitation process.
