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Letter to the editor: interdural approach to the Meckel’s cave

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  • Atul Goel

  • March 17, 2026

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Objective:

To highlight the authors' earlier contributions to the interdural approach for trigeminal neurinomas and its relevance in surgical techniques, emphasizing its impact on current practices.

Key Findings:
  • Trigeminal neurinomas remain confined within a distinct dural envelope.
  • The interdural approach allows for reduced surgical exposure and safer dissection.
  • Extracranial extensions of tumors can be accessed with a limited craniotomy.
  • The technique provides a reliable surgical plane for dissection.
Interpretation:

The interdural technique provides a reliable surgical plane for resection of trigeminal neurinomas and can be applied to other cranial nerve schwannomas.

Limitations:
  • The article does not cite earlier publications that describe the interdural approach, which is a significant oversight.
Conclusion:

The interdural approach is a significant contribution to neurosurgery, offering a strategic method for accessing complex tumors while minimizing risks and enhancing surgical outcomes.

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Letter to the editor: interdural approach to the Meckel’s cave

  • by Atul Goel

  • March 17, 2026

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