Question 1

What is a skull base chondrosarcoma?

Accepted Answer

It is a rare tumor that originates in cartilaginous tissues of the skull base. It usually grows slowly, although it can compress cranial nerves and important vascular structures.

Question 2

What are the most frequent symptoms?

Accepted Answer

It can cause double vision, hearing disturbances, headache, facial sensory disorders, balance disorders or symptoms related to cranial nerve involvement.

Question 3

Can it be operated on without opening the skull?

Accepted Answer

In many cases, yes. Depending on the location and extent of the tumor, an endoscopic endonasal resection can be performed through the nasal cavities, avoiding large incisions.

Chondrosarcomas

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