Evaluation of the pterygoid process pneumatization and sclerosis with Vidian canal morphology using computed tomography: a comparative study in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients and healthy controls

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the relationship between pterygoid process pneumatization, sclerosis, and Vidian canal morphology in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients compared to healthy individuals.
• Used computed tomography to assess pterygoid process pneumatization and sclerosis.
• Compared Vidian canal morphology between nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients and healthy controls.
• Identified anatomical variations related to cancer diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Found a significant association of sclerosis in the right pterygoid plate with nasopharyngeal carcinoma.
• Identified a higher prevalence of Type 3 Vidian canals in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients.
• Noted potential diagnostic implications for anatomical variations in the radiological interpretation.