Laparoscopic surgery for stage III neuroblastoma: A case report

Abstract

Laparoscopic surgery for malignant solid tumors is still in the stage of clinical exploration. Neuroblastoma is a common solid tumor in children. The present study discussed significance and feasibility of complete resection of stage III neuroblastoma by laparoscopic surgery and its safety and effectiveness was compared with traditional surgery. For children suffering from neuroblastoma with large tumor volume and vascular invasion, preoperative chemotherapy can be given and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery can be one option to be considered when the tumor volume is <6 cm. During the operation, the tumor tissue can be removed by segmental resection and the removal of as much tumor tissue as possible is an important factor in improving the prognosis. Laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery is associated with minimal surgical trauma and quick recovery of patients, and children can receive postoperative chemotherapy as early as possible, which is conducive to good recovery. Basically, the prerequisite and requirements for performing this operation are professional laparoscopic skills and an experienced team.

Ophthalmologic Manifestations of Neuroblastoma: A Systemic Review

“…immunoglobulins, plasmapheresis, or rituximab may be used to alleviate the symptoms successfully; however, some children suffer from developmental delay, dysarthria, or motoric problems. 23,52,59,72,77,97 Including chemotherapy in the NBL treatment seems to decrease the risk of the persisting OMS symptoms. 89 Interestingly, OMS, which mainly occurs as an initial symptom of a tumor, was described in a patient treated 9 years prior for GNBL.…”