Pediatric Pontine Cavernous Malformations: The Presigmoid, Posterior Petrosal Approach.
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DOI: 10.1093/ons/opy007
Abstract: BACKGROUND Brainstem cavernous malformations (cavernomas) in children have a high risk of hemorrhage and neurological deterioration. This risk is magnified if the child has a genetic predisposition for cavernoma formation. The surgical management is challenging… read more here.
Keywords: posterior petrosal; cavernous malformations; approach; petrosal approach ... See more keywords
Endoscopic transmastoid posterior petrosal approach for locally aggressive tumors in the petrous part of the temporal bone involving the internal auditory canal, jugular foramen, and hypoglossal canal.
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DOI: 10.3171/2019.5.jns19187
Abstract: OBJECTIVE The posterior petrosal approach is an established surgical method offering wide access to skull base lesions through mastoid air cells. The authors describe their experience with the endoscopic transmastoid "posterior petrosal" approach (EPPAP) for… read more here.
Keywords: skull base; posterior petrosal; petrosal approach; hypoglossal canal ... See more keywords