Türk Nöroşirürji Dergisi
2011 , Vol 21 , Num 2
Petroclival Meningiomas and Presigmoid Petrosal Approach
Çukurova Üniversitesi, Tıp Fakültesi, Nöroşirürji Anabilim Dalı, Adana, Türkiye
Petroclival meningiomas remain a surgical challenge despite their benign pathology. Their crucial location is the most important factor leading
to a fatal outcome. The advent of advanced imaging, modern surgical techniques, intraoperative monitoring and better postoperative care
have improved these results. A systematic, multidiciplinary approach to these tumors along with a th ---rough understanding of the operative
approaches and their indications are essential for successful treatment with acceptable morbidity. The presigmoid petrosal approach and its
variations are currently the most preferred operative techniques for surgical management of these lesions.
Anahtar Kelimeler :
Petroclival meningioma, Presigmoid, Petrosal, Approach, Surgery