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[Surgical anatomy of the maxillary sinus]
W Hosemann1, A Grimm2,3
1Klinik für Hals-Nasen-Ohrenkrankheiten, Kopf- und Hals-Chirurgie, Universitätsmedizin Greifswald, Sauerbruchstraße, 17475, Greifswald, Deutschland. Werner.Hosemann@med.uni-greifswald.de.
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|May 15, 2020
Summary
Understanding individual variations in maxillary sinus microanatomy is crucial for advancing endonasal endoscopic microsurgery. This knowledge optimizes surgical outcomes and patient safety.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Surgical Anatomy
Background:
- Individual variations in paranasal sinus microanatomy are key to advancing endonasal endoscopic microsurgery.
- Maxillary sinus microanatomy is a significant area of ongoing scientific research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a comprehensive review of maxillary sinus microanatomy.
- To provide insights relevant to contemporary endonasal endoscopic microsurgery.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review focused on maxillary sinus microanatomy.
- Analysis from the perspective of endonasal endoscopic microsurgery.
Main Results:
- Detailed presentation of the range of individual microanatomical variations within the maxillary sinus.
- Identification of variations to minimize surgical trauma and prevent complications, such as orbital tissue damage.
- Establishment of a basis for prelacrimal access to the maxillary sinus.
Conclusions:
- Enhanced understanding of microanatomical variations improves surgical effectiveness.
- Knowledge of variations reduces patient burden and optimizes surgical procedures.
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