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Neurosurgery
Skull Base Surgery
Endoscopic Surgery

Background:

The subcranial approach is a versatile keyhole technique for anterior fossa and midline invasive tumors.
Endoscopic endonasal video assistance improves exposure and safety during this procedure.

Discussion:

Preoperative imaging is crucial for assessing frontal sinuses and lesion proximity to the frontal, ethmoid, and orbital structures.
Key procedural steps involve scalp/pericranial flaps, periorbit dissection, frontonasal osteotomy, and frontal sinus posterior wall drilling.
Preventing cantal ligament disruption avoids telecanthus, and watertight dural closure minimizes cerebrospinal fluid leaks.

Key Insights:

The subcranial approach provides a wide exposure and superior anterior fossa floor reconstruction.
It offers an advantageous inferior view, comparable to endoscopic approaches, without frontal lobe manipulation.
This method is preferred for anterior fossa floor and midline paranasal invasive tumors.

Outlook:

Further research can explore refinements in endoscopic integration for enhanced subcranial tumor resection.
Standardization of techniques may improve outcomes and reduce complications in skull base surgery.
Comparative studies with other approaches could further define the subcranial method's role.