Microsurgical Anatomy of the Middle Fossa and the Temporal Bone

Key Points

• This research aims to describe the microsurgical anatomy of the middle fossa and temporal bone, crucial for skull base surgeries.
• Described the middle fossa rhomboid approach for accessing the pons.
• Detailed the infratemporal fossa approach focusing on the lateral loop formed by trigeminal nerve branches.
• Outlined the lateral suboccipital retrosigmoid transmeatal approach utilizing a landmark related to the inner ear.
• Successful identification of critical anatomical landmarks for surgical access, enhancing precision.
• Demonstrated effective techniques for accessing various cranial structures based on detailed anatomical knowledge.

Abstract