Advances in the use of neuroendoscopy in microvascular decompression

doi:10.3877/cma.j.issn.2095-123X.2025.02.005

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Abstract:

Microvascular decompression （MVD） is the preferred surgical approach for treating neurovascular compression syndromes. However， the limited visual field in conventional microscopic surgery may hinder comprehensive anatomical assessment of neurovascular structures and the precision of decompression procedures. In recent years， the advancement of neuroendoscopic technology has provided a wider surgical view and a more refined operating space for MVD， potentially enhancing its safety and efficacy. This review summarizes the current applications of neuroendoscopy in MVD， focusing on key technical aspects， safety， efficacy， and limitations， while also exploring future directions to provide insights for further research and clinical practice in this field.

Key words: Neuroendoscopy, Microvascular decompression, Neurovascular compression syndrome, Clinical efficacy

Jianke Wang, Mingxiao Li, Jiang Liu. Advances in the use of neuroendoscopy in microvascular decompression[J]. Chinese Journal of Brain Diseases and Rehabilitation(Electronic Edition), 2025, 15(02): 96-99.

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