Ipsilateral Nasoseptal Flap Pedicle for Transpterygoid Approach: Technical Note [PDF]
Iranian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, 2021 Introduction:Transpterygoid approach is an expanded endonasal approach (EEA) that allows surgical access to the medial infratemporal fossa, to the skull base area of petrous bone and to the Meckel’s cave.
Pasquale Anania +6 more
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Anatomical basis of the elongated nasoseptal flap [PDF]
Acta Otorhinolaryngologica ItalicaThe aim of this study was to elucidate the anatomical factors influencing elongation of the pedicle of the nasoseptal flap (NSF).Dissections were conducted on tissue blocks taken from 61 embalmed half-heads. In the first group, 36 were microdissected to delineate the configuration of the third part of the maxillary artery (MA).
Tor Chiu
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Skull base reconstruction using hydroxyapatite and nasoseptal flap versus nasoseptal flap alone: meta-analysis and systematic review [PDF]
Scientific ReportsEndoscopic endonasal surgery (EES) is widely employed for interventions in skull base. Despite advancements in surgical techniques, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage remains a significant concern.
Dong-Won Shin, Gi-Taek Yee
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Lateral Transorbital Approach for Lateral Sphenoid Defects: Anatomy, Surgery, Nasoseptal Flap Use, and a 4‐Case Series [PDF]
Laryngoscope Investigative OtolaryngologyObjectives To assess the effectiveness and anatomical advantages of the lateral transorbital approach for complex skull base repairs in the lateral recess of a pneumatized sphenoid sinus and compare it to standard transnasal methods.
Darlene Lubbe +2 more
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Long-term Recovery Patterns of Olfactory Function after Trans-sphenoidal Approach with Nasoseptal Flap Elevation [PDF]
International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology, 2023 Introduction Nasoseptal flap is widely used in reconstruction of the skull base to prevent cerebrospinal fluid leakage after surgery for skull base lesions.
Bon Min Koo, Jong In Jeong
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Delayed nasoseptal flap reuse in patients with revision endoscopic endonasal anterior skull base surgery [PDF]
Clinical Case Reports, 2023 Key Clinical Message The reuse of the nasoseptal flap represents a favorable option for skull base reconstruction in revision endoscopic anterior skull base surgery.
Ye Hwan Lee +2 more
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Use of the Nasoseptal Flap for Inner Lining Reconstruction: Expanding Beyond Skull Base Repair [PDF]
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global OpenSummary:. The pedicled mucoperichondrial nasoseptal flap was first described in 2006 for skull base reconstruction. Its use in this context is well documented and favored for its robust vascular supply and reliable outcomes; however, to our knowledge ...
Shahd Nour, MBBS, MRCS (Ed), PG Cert (Ed) +3 more
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Long-Term Quality of Life after Endoscopic Pituitary Adenoma Surgery with Nasoseptal Flap Reconstruction [PDF]
Rambam Maimonides Medical Journal, 2021 Introduction Endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal surgery (EETS) on the pituitary gland is considered safe and efficacious. The nasoseptal flap (NSF) is sometimes used to prevent or repair postoperative cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks. Few investigators
Shadi Shinnawi +6 more
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Evaluation of olfactory function in patients undergoing endoscopic skull base surgery with nasoseptal flap [PDF]
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, 2022 Introduction: Endoscopic transnasal access to the skull base, both for treatment and reconstruction, can cause olfactory morbidity. Knowing the main consequences of this intervention is essential to have objective criteria for decision-making regarding ...
Ana Carolina Mayor de Carvalho +7 more
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Differences in the predicted nasoseptal flap length among races: A propensity score matching analysis. [PDF]
PLoS ONE, 2023 ObjectivesWe compared the lengths of a nasoseptal flap (NSF) and skull base according to race, age, and sex.MethodsWe performed paranasal sinus computed tomography in 19,961 adult patients between 2003 and 2022. The race of the patients was East Asian (n
Chang Yeong Jeong +7 more
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