Progress in the treatment of cavernous sinus meningioma

Abstract

Cavernous sinus meningiomas refer to meningiomas primarily originate from the cavernous sinus or meningiomas originate from the anterior clinoid,inner sphenoid ridge and invade into the cavernous sinus.The tumor often invade several structures in the cavernous sinus or parasella region,which makes the resection of tumor a challenge work.The outcomes after surgery are unsatisfying because the low total resection rate and the high recurrence rate.With the development of skull base techniques and surgical approaches,the micro-surgical treatment of the cavernous sinus meningioma is gradually improved.In recent years,new therapies such as stereotactic radiosurgery,molecular targeting treatment,comprehensive treatment are also used to treat cavernous sinus meningioma.In this article,the recent advancements in the treatment of cavernous sinus meningiomas are reviewed.