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  • Neurosurgery
  • Surgical Techniques

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  • Endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery is a minimally invasive approach.
  • Standard supine positioning presents challenges in sellar region access.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a novel patient positioning technique.
  • To offer a safer and more effective alternative for endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery.

Main Methods:

  • Description of the 'conversational position': semi-sitting with neck flexion and head rotation towards the surgeon.
  • Comparison with the standard supine position for endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery.

Main Results:

  • The 'conversational position' facilitates improved surgical access to the sellar region.
  • Enhanced ability to maintain a bloodless operative field.
  • More intuitive and ergonomic surgical workflow observed.

Conclusions:

  • The 'conversational position' is a safe and effective alternative for endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery.
  • This novel position addresses key intraoperative challenges, improving surgical outcomes.