Modified Transseptal Approach in Endoscopic Transsphenoidal Pituitary
Surgery
- Richard Gan,
- Stuart Stokes,
- Anuj Bahl,
- Jemy Jose
Stuart Stokes
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Author ProfileAbstract
Key Learning Points - A modified endoscopic transseptal transphenoidal
technique for pituitary surgery is described. - It involves a septal
mucosa incision in line with the anterior portion of the middle
turbinate. - It does not require excision or deflection of the
cartilaginous septum. - It maintains an intact septal mucosa on one
side. - It avoids a septal perforation.