Skull Base Techniques for Senior Residents-Designing an Approach to the Jugular Foramen and Posterior Cranial Base

Designing an Approach to the Jugular Foramen and Posterior Cranial Base

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Video Summary

The video is a lecture presented by a surgeon discussing the management of tumors in the jugular foramen and carotid space. The speaker begins by stating that these types of tumors are now primarily treated with gamma knife radiosurgery, rather than surgery. He emphasizes the importance of careful consideration and planning before deciding to operate on these tumors, especially considering the potentially negative effects of sacrificing cranial nerves or the carotid artery. The speaker also highlights the importance of having a plan for managing post-operative complications, such as facial nerve palsy or lower cranial nerve deficits. He discusses the anatomy of the jugular foramen and explains various surgical approaches to accessing and removing tumors in this area. Several illustrative cases are presented to demonstrate different surgical techniques and outcomes. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding the anatomy and having a thorough plan when operating on tumors in the jugular foramen and carotid space. Overall, the video provides insights into the management of these types of tumors and highlights the complexities and considerations involved in surgical intervention.

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Presented by Jon H. Robertson, MD, FAANS

Keywords

tumors

jugular foramen

carotid space

gamma knife radiosurgery

surgical management

cranial nerves

post-operative complications