Abstract:ObjectiveTo explore the clinical value and applicability of the sublabyrinth and transjugular process approach for jugular foramen schwannomas.MethodsClinical data of two patients with jugular foramen schwannomas which were resected via sublabyrinth and transjugular process approach were analyzed retrospectively in combination with review of literatures.ResultsTotal tumor resection was achieved in both cases. After surgery, one patient had shortterm impairment of lower cranial nerves and moderate facial nerve paralysis (HouseBrackmann gradeⅡ). The other patient had neither facial nerve paralysis nor hearing loss, and the preexisting impairment of lower cranial nerves got improved. No leakage of cerebrospinal fluid occurred after operation. The patients were followedup for 6 months. All the impairments of cranial nerves were gradually relieved. No tumor recurrence occurred.ConclusionWith advantages of ease of operation and good exposure of the jugular foramen region with proper preservation of the labyrinth, the sublabyrinth and transjugular process approach is suitable for resection of schwannomas locating in jugular foramen region with mainly intracranial extension.