The goals of reconstruction following any oncologic extirpation are preservation of function,
restoration of cosmesis, and avoidance of morbidity. Anatomically, the lateral skull base is …

Joseph J. Disa, MD Victor M. Rodriguez, MD Peter G. Cordeiro, MD, FACS the tip of the
pedicled flap (where the blood supply is most precarious) is usually needed to cover the …

Objective: Compare reconstruction outcomes for various lateral skull base closure
techniques. Study Design: Retrospective medical records review. Setting: University-based …

Reconstruction of skull base defects following tumor resection is of paramount importance in
avoiding serious and life-threatening complications. Cranial base surgery has evolved and …

Skull-base tumor resection and reconstruction produce a major physiologic and anatomic
impact on the patient. At our institution, the use of vascularized, free-tissue transfer has …

Background Advances in reconstructive techniques over the past two decades have allowed
the resection of more extensive skull base tumors than had previously been possible …

Skull base extirpative and reconstructive surgery has undergone significant changes due to
technological and operative advances. While endoscopic resection and reconstruction will …

Proper reconstruction after tumor resection in skull base surgery is important to prevent
postoperative complications. This article will address contemporary reconstruction options …

Repair of anterior skull base defects with vascularized grafts poses a significant challenge,
given the location and small number of adequately sized vessels for free-flap anastomosis …

Purpose: The aim of the current study was to review the use of free tissue transfer for
reconstruction of the skull base and for coverage of intracranial contents. Patients and …