Bilateral Temporal Myofascial Flap for the Reconstruction of Frontal Sinus Defects

Filippo Gagliardi, Michele Bailo, Alfio Spina, Nicola Boari, Carmine A. Donofrio, Martina Piloni, Cristian Gragnaniello, Anthony J. Caputy, Pietro Mortini

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Abstract

Background A frontal sinus infection, following a transsinus skull base procedure, portends potentially life-threatening complications, making surgical revision mandatory in refractory infections. The authors describe the application of the bilateral temporal myofascial flap (BTMF) as a valuable option for frontal sinus reconstruction, when pericranial or galeal-frontalis myofascial flap (GFMF) is no longer available. Methods A microanatomic laboratory cadaver investigation was conducted to obtain anthropometric measurements. Surgical technique is described, and intraoperative images are provided. Results The surgical steps of this technique and the related intraoperative images are reported. One case illustration regarding frontal sinus reconstruction following a postoperative infection, as a complication after a transsinus procedure, is reported. Conclusion The BTMF should be considered as a valuable option for frontal sinus reconstruction after transsinus skull base procedures when GFMF is not available.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)477-481
Number of pages5
JournalWorld neurosurgery
Volume107
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 2017
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Frontal sinus defects
  • Galeal-frontalis flap
  • Skull base reconstruction
  • Temporal muscle flap
  • Transfrontal sinus approach

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery
  • Clinical Neurology

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