Radiographic temporal bone template as an aid in vestibular nerve section

Area of Science:

• Neurosurgery
• Otolaryngology
• Radiology

Background:

• Accurate vestibular nerve localization is crucial for middle fossa surgery.
• Existing methods may have limitations in precision.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce and evaluate a temporal bone middle fossa X-ray template for vestibular nerve localization.
• To assess the utility of this template in surgical planning and execution.

Main Methods:

• Utilized a specialized X-ray template designed for the temporal bone middle fossa.
• Applied the template for preoperative planning and intraoperative guidance during vestibular nerve section.

Main Results:

• The X-ray template proved helpful in vestibular nerve localization.
• The method demonstrated practical utility in surgical settings.

Conclusions:

• The temporal bone middle fossa X-ray template is a valuable tool for vestibular nerve localization.
• Its use is recommended for patients undergoing middle fossa approach for vestibular nerve section.