Middle Turbinate Preservation Technique During Transpterygoid Approaches for Skull Base Surgery

The Laryngoscope 2026

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Authors: Axel Eluid Renteria, M. Fieux, Bruna R. Castro Silva, Lirit Levi, Alyssa Azevedo, Michael T. Chang, Juan Carlos Fernandez-Miranda, Jayakar V. Nayak
DOI: 10.1002/lary.70381
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Abstract

The expanded endonasal approach (EEA) to resect skull base lesions has classically included the resection of one or both middle turbinates (MT). Here, we describe for the first time a technique that spares the MT entitled middle turbinate release with preservation (MTRP) that can give an alternative and feasible approach to skull base surgeons that wish to maintain this endonasal landmark.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Head and Neck Surgical Oncology Nasal Surgery and Airway Studies Pituitary Gland Disorders and Treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
The Laryngoscope
Volume
136
Issue
5
Pages
2140–2144
Publication date
31 January 2026
Language
EN