Pneumocephalus after endoscopic odontoidectomy in a pediatric patient: the lesson learned.
Academic Article
Overview
abstract
INTRODUCTION: Postoperative pneumocephalus is an unexpected condition after endoscopic odontoidectomy surgery. CASE: We present the first case of pneumocephalus after odontoidectomy in a pediatric patient. The clinical presentation, radiological findings, and surgical procedures are described with related pathophysiology. CONCLUSION: We outline the key for management of a rare intracranial air entrapment case after an endoscopic odontoidectomy surgery in a pediatric patient and the measures taken to prevent its occurrence in the future.
