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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · J Neurol Surg Rep 2024; 85(04): e187-e189
DOI: 10.1055/a-2482-9271
Operative Video Report

Right Thoracoscopic, Robot-Assisted Resection of an Apical Mediastinal C7 Schwannoma

Spencer J. Oslin 
1   Department of Neurosurgery, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
,
Lance M. Villeneuve
1   Department of Neurosurgery, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
,
Helen H. Shi
1   Department of Neurosurgery, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
,
Fauziyya Y. Muhammad
1   Department of Neurosurgery, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
,
J Matthew Reinersman
2   Department of Surgery, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
,
Zachary A. Smith
1   Department of Neurosurgery, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
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Abstract

Spinal schwannomas are benign, slow-growing tumors originating from Schwann cells, constituting 25 to 30% of primary spinal neoplasms and most frequently arise from sensory nerve roots in the cervical or thoracic spine.[1] [2] [3] Although generally nonaggressive, their growth can result in significant neurological deficits due to compression of surrounding structures such as the spinal cord or nerve roots.[4] [5] Patients commonly present with localized pain, muscle weakness, and sensory disturbances.[5] [6] Imaging techniques such as MRI or CT assist in identifying these tumors, and surgical resection is recommended when they cause progressive symptoms or neurological decline.[7] [8] Recent advances in surgical techniques have improved the precision of schwannoma resections, reducing intraoperative complications, facilitating patient recovery, and improving overall patient outcomes.[9]

Keywords

neurosurgery - da Vinci robot - spine - thoracic surgery - schwannoma - spinal tumor

Authors' Contributions

The primary surgeons involved in the procedure were Dr. Zachary Smith, Dr. J. Matthew Reinersman, and Dr. Lance Villanueva, who holds both an MD and PhD. The video and abstract were edited and drafted by Spencer J. Oslin, BS, Dr. Helen H. Shi, and Dr. Fauzziya Y. Muhammad, who holds both an MD and PhD. The critical review and final approval of the work were provided by Spencer J. Oslin, BS, and Dr. Zachary A. Smith.


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We obtained the necessary patient informed consent for this study.




Publication History

Received: 20 October 2024

Accepted: 11 November 2024

Article published online:
26 December 2024

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