Abstract:ObjectiveTo explore the clinical application value of endoscopeassisted resection of tumors in parapharyngeal space.Methods16 patients with parapharyngeal space tumors undergoing endoscopeassisted surgical resection in our department from Feb. 2016 to June 2018 were included. Of them, transcervical approach was adopted in 12 cases, transoral approach in 2 and combined approach in the other 2. The surgical techniques and advantages of endoscopeassisted resection of parapharyngeal space tumors were summarized and analyzed.ResultsTotal tumor resection was achieved in all cases. Pathological examination confirmed malignant tumors in 4 cases and benign tumors in 12. Permanent complications occurred in none. Postoperative followup of all the patients with primary parapharyngeal space tumors for 8 to 34 months showed no recurrence.ConclusionWith advantages of light surgical trauma and few complications as well as total tumor resection without mandibular osteotomy, endoscopeassisted resection of tumors in parapharyngeal space is worthy of further study and extensive application.