CSF leak post-anterior clinoidectomy: Case report and technical nuances

ConclusionACP pneumatization can be recognized in all ages including pediatric age. CT scan is recommended before anterior clinoidectomy to assess the presence and extent of pneumatization to avoid CSF leak complications. When recognized, reconstruction must be attempted to obliterate the connection between the intracranial space and nasal sinuses. If CSF leak recognized post-operatively, repair is feasible through open or endoscopic transnasal approach.
Source: Interdisciplinary Neurosurgery - Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research