Endonasal Endoscopic Resection of a Giant Pediatric Tuberoinfundibular Craniopharyngioma

Journal of Neurological Surgery Part B Skull Base 2026

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Authors: Ana Sofia Álvarez, Ali H. Palejwala, Matei A. Banu, Jayakar V. Nayak, Yuanzhi Xu, Vera Vigo, Laura Marie Prolo, Cormac O. Maher, Juan Carlos Fernandez-Miranda
DOI: 10.1055/s-0046-1818951
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Abstract

We present the endoscopic endonasal resection of a giant tuberoinfundibular craniopharyngioma in a 10-year-old boy. Our technique involved hypothalamic subpial dissection to maximize tumor removal while preserving hypothalamic function. Postoperative imaging confirmed gross total resection, recovery was uneventful, with no recurrence at 10 months follow-up. Postoperatively comprehensive neurocognitive and behavioral evaluation showed all domains performing at or above population averages. Publication History Article published online: 27 February 2026 © 2026. Thieme. All rights reserved. Georg Thieme Verlag KG Oswald-Hesse-Straße 50, 70469 Stuttgart, Germany

Fields of Study & Subjects

Pituitary Gland Disorders and Treatments Head and Neck Surgical Oncology Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Advances

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Neurological Surgery Part B Skull Base
Volume
87
Issue
S 01
Pages
S1–S548
Publication date
27 February 2026
Language
EN