Endoscopic-Assisted Posterior Partial Maxillectomy With Resection of the Tensor Veli Palatini.

Kikuchi, Masahiro; Oyagi, Seiji; Yamamoto, Takuya; Kubo, Tomoko; Yamamoto, Norio · Laryngoscope · 2026

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Abstract

This study describes a novel surgical technique for recurrent soft palate carcinoma using a combined endoscopic endonasal and transoral approach. By employing a sequenced three-line osteotomy, this method allows for the precise en bloc resection of the posterior maxilla and the involved tensor veli palatini muscle while avoiding external facial incisions.