Computed Tomography Imaging Measurement for Safer Cavernous Sinus Biopsy

Area of Science:

• Anatomy
• Neurosurgery
• Medical Imaging

Background:

• Cavernous sinus biopsy is a neurosurgical procedure.
• Risk of internal carotid artery (ICA) injury exists during this procedure.
• Precise anatomical knowledge is crucial for surgical safety.

Purpose of the Study:

• To quantify the spatial relationship between the foramen ovale (FO) and the internal carotid artery (ICA).
• To provide anatomical data for enhancing the safety of cavernous sinus biopsy.
• To reduce the risk of neurovascular complications during surgical interventions.

Main Methods:

• Anonymous analysis of 120 individuals (73 male, 47 female).
• Measurement of five key anatomical parameters bilaterally.
• Utilized two-dimensional imaging planes for detailed assessment.

Main Results:

• Established precise relative positioning data between the FO and ICA.
• Quantified anatomical variations across the studied population.
• Identified critical landmarks for surgical navigation.

Conclusions:

• The study provides essential anatomical data for neurosurgeons.
• Findings contribute to the development of safer cavernous sinus biopsy techniques.
• Reduced risk of ICA damage can be achieved through application of this data.