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Endoscopic Skull Base Procedures (ENT Role)

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About Endoscopic Skull Base Procedures (ENT Role)

Endoscopic skull base procedures are advanced minimally invasive surgeries performed through the nose using endoscopes to treat tumors, cysts, CSF leaks, and abnormalities at the base of the skull. ENT surgeons work closely with neurosurgeons during...

Overview

The surgery is performed using high-definition endoscopes and specialized instruments inserted through the nasal passages. Conditions treated may include: Pituitary tumors Skull base tumors Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks Sinus-related skull base disease Selected neurological lesions The ENT surgeon helps provide safe nasal and sinus access to deep skull base structures while preserving surrounding tissues. Advanced imaging and navigation systems improve safety and accuracy.

Understanding The Procedure

Symptoms That May Require Endoscopic Skull Base Procedures (ENT Role)

  • ⦾ Persistent headaches
  • ⦾ Nasal blockage
  • ⦾ CSF leakage from the nose
  • ⦾ Vision changes
  • ⦾ Hormonal or neurological symptoms

Recovery & Outlook

Endoscopic skull base surgery provides effective treatment with reduced tissue damage and faster recovery. Long-term outcomes improve with multidisciplinary follow-up and rehabilitation.

Risks

  • ⦾ CSF leakage
  • ⦾ Infection or meningitis
  • ⦾ Bleeding
  • ⦾ Vision or nerve injury
  • ⦾ Recurrence of disease

Post-Operative Care

  • ⦾ Avoid forceful nose blowing
  • ⦾ Attend regular nasal endoscopy follow-up visits
  • ⦾ Use saline nasal care as advised
  • ⦾ Report fever or clear nasal discharge immediately
  • ⦾ Continue neurological and ENT monitoring

Doctors Who Perform Endoscopic Skull Base Procedures (ENT Role)

Meet experienced neurology (brain care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform endoscopic skull base procedures (ent role).

Dr Rajkumar Pannam

Dr Rajkumar Pannam

MBBS, MS, General Surgery, MCh, Neurosurgery, Fellowship in Cerebrovascular and Endoscopic Neurosurgery, Japan.

KMC: APN20130001365TKT

Consultant Neurosurgeon

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Arun Kumar M A

Arun Kumar M A

MBBS, MS General Surgery,DNB General Surgery,MCh Neurosurgery

KMC: 94243

CONSULTANT NEUROLOGIST

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DR KISHORE R

DR KISHORE R

MBBS, MD, DRNB

KMC: 109264

CONSULTANT NEUROLOGIST

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