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Area of Science:

Neurosurgery
Anatomy
Surgical Techniques

Background:

The temporal region presents complex anatomical structures relevant to neurosurgical access.
Understanding surgical approaches is key to managing pathologies in the temporal lobe.

Purpose of the Study:

To anatomically evaluate the temporal region for the transzygomatic pterional approach.
To detail the technical aspects of this surgical corridor.

Main Methods:

Cadaveric dissection of 12 temporal regions from 6 formalin-fixed human heads.
Microsurgical techniques were employed following arterial system injection.

Main Results:

Confirmed a double layer in the superficial temporal fascia, enabling safe zygomatic arch osteotomy.
Described osteotomy techniques to preserve the temporomandibular joint and ensure flap reconstruction.
Compared intracranial exposure with conventional pterional and orbitozygomatic approaches.

Conclusions:

The transzygomatic pterional approach provides extensive temporal lobe exposure for specific neurosurgical cases.
Thorough anatomical understanding of the temporal region is essential for superior surgical, functional, and cosmetic results.