Da Vinci robot-assisted surgery for deep lobe of parotid benign tumor via retroauricular hairline approach: Exploration of a new surgical method for parotid tumors.

BACKGROUND: Resection of deep lobe benign tumors of parotid requires the preservation of facial nerve and other important structures, which is closely related to the refinement of surgical operations and the aesthetics of facial incisions. The Da Vinci robotic surgical operating system is more conducive to improving treatment effects. Combined with the hairline incision behind the ear, the surgical method can be explored for both aesthetic and curative effect.

METHODS: A case of a child with deep lobe benign tumor of parotid, who undergo tumor resection via the retroauricular hairline approach with the assistance of Da Vinci robot.

RESULTS: The child successfully completed the operation. During postoperative follow-up, the patient showed no facial palsy manifestations such as crooked mouth, the incision healed well.

CONCLUSIONS: It is feasible to remove the benign tumor of deep lobe of parotid with Da Vinci robot-assisted combined with via retroauricular hairline approach, which has clinical exploration value.