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From: Mini-temporal approach as an alternative to the classical pterional approach for resective temporal region surgeries

Fig. 1

Craniotomy under the mini-temporal approach. A Patient is positioned in a supine position, with head rotated 45° towards the opposite shoulder, and a curved incision is made within the hairline of the temporal region. B Hook-shaped retractors are used to maximize bony exposure. C A small bone window is opened. D Opening of the bone flap. E Cutting open the dura and exposing the cortical areas as needed. F Removal of the temporal lobe lesion. G Complete restoration of the cranium. H Complete restoration of the temporal muscles. I Use a skin stapler to close the incision

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Chinese Neurosurgical Journal

ISSN: 2057-4967

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