Transoral Robotic Approach for Pharyngeal Schwannoma

TL;DR

This paper describes using robotic surgery to successfully remove a rare pharyngeal schwannoma, leading to quick patient recovery.

Contribution

The novel use of transoral robotic surgery for resecting a pharyngeal schwannoma is presented.

Findings

Complete tumor resection was achieved using transoral robotic surgery.

The patient experienced rapid recovery without needing additional treatment.

Abstract

Introduction: Schwannomas are a common condition encountered in clinical ENT practice, but they are rarely found in the pharyngeal or laryngeal regions. Materials and Methods: In this report, we share our experience using the transoral robotic approach to treat a schwannoma located on the lateral pharyngeal wall, with the surgery being performed exclusively using transoral robotic surgery (TORS). It is important to be aware of any pseudocystic lesions in this area, as they can lead to unpredictable anatomopathological outcomes. Results and Conclusions: Our technique allows us to achieve complete resection of the tumor, facilitating rapid recovery for the patient without the need for additional treatment.

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