Efficacy of hydroxyapatite-based skull base reconstruction for intraoperative high-flow cerebrospinal fluid leakage performed by less-experienced surgeons [PDF]
Scientific Reports, 2023 Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage after endoscopic skull base surgery remains a challenge despite multilayer reconstruction including nasoseptal flap (NSF) has become a standard technique.
Inseo Hong +5 more
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Skull base reconstruction strategy for high-flow CSF leaks during EEA surgery based on the quality of pedicled nasoseptal flap [PDF]
Scientific ReportsThis study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a skull base reconstruction strategy for treating intraoperative high-flow cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks during endoscopic endonasal approach (EEA) in the sellar region.
Yi-Hao Fu +7 more
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How I do it: exoscopic minimally invasive pericranial flap harvest for endoscopic anterior skull base reconstruction [PDF]
Acta NeurochirurgicaBackground The pericranial flap is a reliable option for reconstructing the anterior skull base in extended endoscopic endonasal procedures when the nasoseptal flap is unavailable or insufficient.
Markus K. H. Wiedmann +3 more
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Leukocyte- and platelet-rich fibrin in endoscopic endonasal skull base reconstruction: study protocol for a multicenter prospective, parallel-group, single-blinded randomized controlled non-inferiority trial [PDF]
Trials, 2023 Background Recent advances in endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal approaches (EETA) for skull base lesions have resulted in a significant increase in extent and complexity of skull base defects, demanding more elaborate and novel reconstruction ...
Birgit Coucke +8 more
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Transposition of temporoparietal fascia flap through lateral orbital window for anterior skull base reconstruction: A cadaveric feasibility study [PDF]
Laryngoscope Investigative OtolaryngologyObjective To evaluate the feasibility of utilizing a temporoparietal fascia flap (TPFF) via the lateral orbital window for anterior skull base reconstruction (ASBR) in cadavers. Methods Four cadavers underwent anatomical dissections on eight sides.
Jate Lumyongsatien +3 more
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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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The evolvement of skull base surgery
Chinese Journal of Contemporary Neurology and Neurosurgery, 2021 The skull base surgery involves a complex of anatomic structures and disease spectrums. The endoscopic surgery techniques have been revolutionizing, following the imaging evolvement including 3D techniques and neurosurgical navigation as well as the ...
LIU Jie, YAO Yong
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Advances in Pituitary Surgery [PDF]
Endocrinology and Metabolism, 2022 Pituitary surgery has advanced considerably in recent years with the exploration and development of various endoscopic approaches and techniques. Different endoscopic skull base approaches are being applied to access sellar tumors in different locations.
Yoon Hwan Byun, Ho Kang, Yong Hwy Kim
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Severe pneumocephalus following cranioplasty: Approach and review of the literature
Otolaryngology Case Reports, 2021 Objective: To present a case of significant persistent pneumocephalus following failed cranialization of the frontal sinus. Case report: We describe the case of a 58-year-old female with a history of hemorrhagic stroke requiring emergent craniotomy which
Kendyl A. Barron +3 more
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Reconstruction Strategy After Endoscopic Skull-Base Surgery [PDF]
Journal of Rhinology, 2022 Endoscopic skull-base surgery (ESBS) is a rapidly growing surgical area that involves collaboration of otolaryngology-head and neck surgeons and neurosurgeons.
Sang Duk Hong
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