Comprehensive Computed Tomographic Analysis of the Sphenoid Ostium for Endoscopic Transsphenoidal Surgery Planning

Journal of Neurological Surgery Part B Skull Base 2026

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Authors: Jonathan Ortiz-Rafael, Isaac Jair Palacios-Ortíz, Arturo Sotomayor-González
DOI: 10.1055/s-0046-1818924
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Abstract

Background: Sellar anatomy understanding is crucial to surgical planning in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery. The sphenoid sinus ostium plays a critical role in in endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery as it represents the first visible entry point to the sphenoid sinus, presurgical analysis of the sphenoid ostium using computed tomography is helpful to predict the amount of bone removal required for an adequate exposition of the sella Methods: Thirty sagittal paranasal sinus computed tomography scans (

Fields of Study & Subjects

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

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Neurological Surgery Part B Skull Base
Volume
87
Issue
S 01
Pages
S1–S548
Publication date
27 February 2026
Language
EN