2003 Volume 13 Issue 3 Pages 91-96
Parapharyngeal tumor is difficult to resect, as the parapharyngeal space is hard to view and cannot be operated on under direct visualization. Pleomorphic adenomas arising from the deep portion of the parotid gland in the parapharyngeal space were resected using a rigid nasal endoscope to avoid operating blind. Video-assisted endoscopic surgery allowed removal of the tumors under clear visualization with a slightly increased operation time, and no major difficulties were encountered. Video-assisted endoscopic surgery appears to be useful for parapharyngeal tumors.
