Microsurgical and Endoscopic Approaches for Skull Base and Aneurysms 2023

Course Highlights

• Review of surgical approaches and operative techniques pertaining to surgical treatment of skull base lesions such as skull base tumors, cerebral aneurysms, and other disorders
• Combines both microscopic and endoscopic techniques with simulated micro-anastomosis training session to improve microsurgical skills
• Intensive hands-on cadaver dissection sessions, covering a broad spectrum of transcranial approaches
• Participants will work in teams on prepared injected fixed specimens under the guidance of a distinguished expert Faculty

Learning Objectives

Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

• Identify the major skull base approaches to various neurosurgical and vascular disorders affecting the skull base and brain
• Determine the appropriate approaches and microsurgical techniques for treatment of complex aneurysms and complex skull base lesions
• Identify complex surgical approaches for pretemporal, cavernous sinus and far lateral approaches
• Demonstrate proficiency in techniques during hands-on sessions on cadaveric specimens to improve skills

Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Accreditation

45.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 45.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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