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How I do it: Optic nerve decompression in patient with osteopetrosis

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Osteopetrosis is a rare genetic disorder causing excessive skeletal density, with a predilection to affect the skull base. This commonly leads to optic canal stenosis, optic nerve compression, and atrophy and vision loss. Timely optic nerve decompression can be an effective surgical intervention to preserve vision. METHODS: Pterional approach combining both extra- and intradural optic nerve decompression was performed. Intradural optic nerve identification proved a helpful and safe way to facilitate adequate decompression while dissecting in the region of hypertrophic anterior clinoid process. CONCLUSION: Precise surgical technique and anatomical awareness are crucial for minimizing complications and aiding recovery.

Source: Acta Neurochirurgica

DOI: 10.1007/s00701-025-06513-8

Authors: Katarína Horčičáková, Jana Táborská, Adéla Bubeníková, Vladimír Beneš

Institutions: Charles University, University Hospital in Motol

Language: English

Topic: Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis

Subfield: Neurology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,990