Reconstruction of Skull Base Defects

Abstract

"Endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery has dramatically changed and expanded over recent years due to significant advancements in instrumentation, techniques, and anatomic understanding. With these advances, the need for more robust skull base reconstructive techniques was vital. In this article, reconstructive options ranging from acellular grafts to vascular flaps are described, including the strengths, weaknesses, and common uses."

Keywords: CSF leak; Endoscopic skull base surgery; Nasoseptal flap; Pericranial flap; Skull base reconstruction; Temporoparietal flap.