A Quarter-Century of Pediatric Craniopharyngioma Surgery: Insights From A Single Center in Madrid

Journal of Neurological Surgery Part B Skull Base 2026

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Authors: Pablo García Feijoo, Haris Mehdic, Carlos Pérez-López, Javier Manuel Saceda-Gutierrez, J. Zamorano Fernández, Álvaro Zamarrón Pérez, Isabel Esteban, Sara Quiñones, Fernando Benito
DOI: 10.1055/s-0046-1819178
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Abstract

Background: Pediatric craniopharyngiomas correspond to the adamantinomatous type, and their presentation is usually dominated by visual field disturbances, intracranial hypertension, hormonal deficits, and severe symptoms. They are typically complex tumors that frequently involve some degree of hypothalamic dysfunction. This series aimed to describe surgical trends regarding approach, technique, number of interventions, and use of radiotherapy in a large pediatric cohort from a single center. We sought to provide a real-world perspective on the management and outcomes of craniopharyngiomas over the past two decades in our institution. Methods: All pediatric patients (

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