First stage in predicative measure for transnasal transsphenoidal approach to petrous apex cholesterol granuloma.

Objectives/hypothesis: This study evaluates the feasibility of the transsphenoidal approach to petrous apex cholesterol granuloma based on the petrous angle. This is the angle centered at the vomer, extending between the medial aspect of the C3 segment of the internal carotid artery and the occipital protuberance. The aim of this study is to determine the average petrous angle in a population of normal computed tomography scans.

Inhaled cidofovir as an adjuvant therapy for recurrent respiratory papillomatosis.

A previously healthy, full-term, 4-month-old boy presented with progressively weakening cry, hoarseness, and increased work of breathing. Flexible fiberoptic laryngoscopy revealed glottic papillomas, which were endoscopically removed with a microdebrider in the operating room (Derkay score 23). The patient was diagnosed with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis that disseminated throughout his airway.

Association between adipose graft usage and postoperative headache after retrosigmoid craniotomy.

Objective: To evaluate the association between extradural abdominal fat graft placement for the closure of retrosigmoid craniotomy defects and postoperative headache.

Study Design: Retrospective chart review and analysis of patient questionnaires.

Setting: Tertiary care academic medical center.