Transnasal endoscopic procedures are minimally invasive surgical techniques used to treat brain tumors located at the base of the skull, such as pituitary tumors or meningiomas.

Who is a Candidate for a Transnasal Endoscopic rocedure?

Most common conditions treated with this approach:

• Craniopharyngioma (CP): This type of brain tumor is usually found at the top part of the pituitary gland and has both solid and cystic components. These tumors are not cancerous, but they can be difficult to cure because they may invade surrounding tissues. They are rare and comprise only 0.8% of all brain tumors, but they are more common in children. The peak age range for diagnosis is 5 to 9 years old. Most people with CP are treated with surgery, but there is a risk of the tumor returning, especially within the first year after treatment.
  
  
• Pituitary Adenomas
  
  
• Tuberculum sellae and planum sphenoidale meningiomas

What to Expect

In this procedure, a small, flexible endoscope is inserted through the nostril and guided to the site of the tumor. This allows the surgeon to visualize the tumor and surrounding structures on a high-definition monitor. Using specialized instruments, the surgeon removes the tumor through the same nostril without the need for any incisions on the face or skull. Because this procedure avoids open brain surgery, patients typically experience less pain, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery times.

Transnasal endoscopic procedures are now considered standard of care due to their minimally invasive nature and high success rates.

Why Choose Us?

Sylvester is an NCI-designated cancer center. The National Cancer Institute has recognized Sylvester for its outstanding work conducting research in its laboratories, treating patients in its clinics and hospitals, and reaching out to medically underserved communities with innovative prevention strategies.

International leaders in brain tumor care. We play a vital role in the community, thanks to our groundbreaking research and patient care for people in Florida, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. We’re turning Miami into the healthcare capital of the Americas. We’re creating one of the premier brain tumor centers in the country.

Offering the latest in scientific breakthrough treatment. You have access to all treatment options, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, complementary and integrative medicine, and comprehensive management — including new approaches through clinical trials. The procedures we perform on both pediatric and adult patients use the least invasive neurosurgical techniques, which reduces recovery time and makes a significant difference in your quality of life.