Proposed classification for the transbasal approach and its modifications

Iman Feiz-Erfan; Robert F. Spetzler; Eric M. Horn; Randall W. Porter; Stephen P. Beals; Salvatore C. Lettieri; Edward F. Joganic; Franco DeMonte

doi:10.1055/s-2007-994292

Proposed classification for the transbasal approach and its modifications

Iman Feiz-Erfan, Robert F. Spetzler, Eric M. Horn, Randall W. Porter, Stephen P. Beals, Salvatore C. Lettieri, Edward F. Joganic, Franco DeMonte

Neurosurgery

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Abstract

The transbasal approach offers extradural exposure of the anterior midline skull base transcranially. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including trauma, craniofacial deformity, and tumors. This approach has been modified to enhance basal access. This article reviews the principle differences among modifications to the transbasal approach and introduces a new classification scheme. The rationale is to offer a uniform nomenclature to facilitate discussion of these approaches, their indications, and related issues.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	29-47
Number of pages	19
Journal	Skull Base
Volume	18
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1055/s-2007-994292
State	Published - Jan 2008

Keywords

Frontal fossa
Skull base
Subcranial
Subfrontal
Transbasal

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Clinical Neurology

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