Anterior skull base fractures: guidelines for treatment

J Craniofac Surg. 2008 May;19(3):713-7. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e31816aac44.

Abstract

Cranial base fractures still represent a challenging issue. A multidisciplinary approach and the contribution of different specialists is mandatory. There is still a controversy regarding the correct approach to these trauma due to the diversity of opinions as well as surgical approaches and timing.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Brain Ischemia / etiology
  • Cerebrospinal Fluid
  • Cerebrospinal Fluid Rhinorrhea / etiology
  • Cranial Nerve Injuries / etiology
  • Craniotomy
  • Female
  • Fistula / etiology
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Patient Care Team
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic
  • Skull Base / injuries*
  • Skull Base / surgery*
  • Skull Fractures / complications
  • Skull Fractures / surgery*