Technical Description of the Mini Far-Lateral Approach: A Refined, Stability-Preserving Corridor to the Petroclival Region

Key Points

• To evaluate the mini far-lateral approach for its effectiveness and stability in accessing petroclival lesions.
• Comparison of the mini far-lateral approach with classical and keyhole surgical techniques.
• Focus on surgical exposure and stability preservation during the procedure.
• Assessment of indications for wider condylectomy or fusion where necessary.
• The mini far-lateral approach provides comparable exposure to classical and keyhole approaches.
• It effectively preserves stability during surgery.
• Findings support its adoption as the standard method for certain craniovertebral lesions.