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Learn how to perform a pterional craniotomy, a common approach to lesions along the anterior and middle skull base. The web page covers general considerations, operative anatomy, closure, pearls and pitfalls, and related materials.
13 maj 2024 · Learn about the pterional or fronto-temporo-sphenoidal approach, a common neurocranial craniotomy technique for accessing supratentorial anatomical substrates. Find out its history, anatomy, indications, contraindications, procedure, and complications.
13 mar 2024 · Pterional craniotomy is a surgery that removes part of the skull to access the skull base. It can treat certain conditions such as aneurysms, lesions, and tumors. Learn about the procedure, recovery, risks, and outlook.
16 sty 2024 · The pterional craniotomy is a common and versatile approach for vascular neurosurgery, but has many modifications. This review examines the different techniques, their advantages and disadvantages, and proposes a simplified nomenclature based on the target zone.
The pterional, or frontotemporal, approach was developed by Gazi Yasargil in the 1970s. [33,34] It is the most widely used approach for supratentorial lesions. This approach is the standard craniotomy for treating anterior Circle of Willis aneurysms and the cavernous sinus.
Pterional craniotomy is the workhorse approach among cranial operative corridors. It is a highly flexible skull base approach that affords excellent exposure of the anterior cranial fossa, the circle of Willis, and the interpeduncular region.
1 sty 2020 · The frontotemporal, also called pterional, approach is one of the most commonly used approaches by neurosurgeons to access the sphenoid wing, suprasellar and sellar regions, cavernous sinus, and upper clivus. This approach is indicated in: •. Aneurysms clipping the anterior and posterior circulation (upper basilar and its proximal branches) •.
