Endoscopic Nasoseptal Flap Preservation Approaches to the Cranial Base: An Update to the Jefferson Approach

• Published in: Journal of Neurological Surgery Part B: Skull Base Vol. 77; no. S 01
• Main Authors: Hsu, David, Nyquist, Gurston, Evans, James J., Rosen, Marc, Gill, Kurren S., Rabinowitz, Mindy
• Format: Conference Proceeding Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 03.03.2016

Introduction: The pedicled nasoseptal flap (NSF) is the mainstay for closure after endoscopic anterior cranial base surgery. The NSF is not necessary for repair of all skull base defects as CSF leaks are not always encountered intra-operatively like in the case of pituitary surgery. However, preserv...