Track: Skull-Base Surgery

Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery

Endoscopic skull base surgery has revolutionized the treatment of deep-seated lesions, offering minimally invasive access with reduced morbidity. However, challenges such as navigating complex anatomy, ensuring clear surgical margins, and managing vascular complications remain critical. Speakers can explore recent advancements like 3D navigation systems, augmented reality, and robotic assistance, which have enhanced precision and safety. Discussing the balance between innovation and clinical outcomes can provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of endoscopic techniques.

Management of Complex Skull Base Tumors

The treatment of complex skull base tumors requires a multidisciplinary approach involving ENT surgeons, neurosurgeons, and oncologists. This session can delve into cutting-edge strategies for managing challenging tumors like chordomas, meningiomas, and pituitary adenomas. Topics such as personalized medicine, molecular tumor profiling, and innovative surgical combinations (endoscopic and open approaches) can be highlighted. The discussion can also focus on optimizing patient outcomes and improving postoperative quality of life through tailored rehabilitation protocols.

Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Leak Diagnosis and Repair

Cerebrospinal fluid leaks pose diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, especially in cases of spontaneous leaks or complex trauma. This topic allows speakers to discuss advancements in diagnostic tools, including fluorescein-assisted imaging and intraoperative navigation. Innovative techniques in endoscopic repair, such as multilayer closure and novel graft materials, can be explored. Additionally, addressing complications like infection and recurrence provides a comprehensive understanding of CSF leak management.

Technological Integration in Skull Base Surgery

The integration of technology is reshaping skull base surgery, with artificial intelligence, robotics, and augmented reality playing transformative roles. This session can explore how AI is enhancing preoperative planning, predicting surgical outcomes, and aiding intraoperative decisions. Speakers can also discuss the adoption of robotic-assisted systems for complex cases and the use of virtual reality for surgical training. Addressing the challenges of accessibility, cost, and long-term effectiveness can stimulate engaging dialogue among experts.

Reconstruction of Skull Base Defects

Reconstructing skull base defects following surgery or trauma is a critical aspect of patient care. This session can highlight the latest advancements in vascularized grafts, free flaps, and bioengineered materials for durable reconstruction. Speakers can discuss techniques for minimizing complications, such as infections and graft failure, and share insights on addressing extensive defects caused by oncological resections or trauma. Emphasizing innovation in materials and surgical methods can lead to impactful discussions on improving long-term patient outcomes.

International Conference on ENT and Related Disorders

Track: Skull-Base Surgery

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