Abstract
This chapter will consider olfaction in relation to CSF leaks and look at the various skull bases causes for CSF leaks and their bearing on olfaction. In terms of operative intervention, this chapter will examine the effect of skull base reconstruction on olfaction, the effect of different reconstructive materials on olfaction (flaps, grafts, synthetic materials, bone, cartilage, and others and preoperative patient counselling regarding olfaction in skull base reconstruction.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | CSF Rhinorrhea |
Subtitle of host publication | Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Skull Base Reconstruction |
Publisher | Springer |
Pages | 341-349 |
Number of pages | 9 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783030947811 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783030947804 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2022 |
Keywords
- CSF rhinorrhoea
- Olfaction
- Olfactory disorders
- Reconstruction
- Skull base surgery