A simple technique for bridging small cranial dural defects without the use of grafts: technical note.
A watertight closure of the dura is important in preventing post-operative complications. Various techniques are described to close small dura defects. We present a simple technique that uses on site homologues dura tissue to bridge small dura defects by separating the periosteum from the inner meningeal layer. This provides a low-cost, tension-free repair without the use of synthetic materials or need to harvest autologous materials.
Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.
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Plazier
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Menovsky
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De Ridder
D004388:Dura Mater / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D019635:Neurosurgical Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D010521:Periosteum / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000601:surgery*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D013353:Subdural Effusion / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000517:prevention & control; D013355:Subdural Space / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000601:surgery; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000592:standards*