Invasion of the skull base by carcinomas: histopathologically evidenced findings with CT and MRI

摘要: The depth and extent of the invasion skull base by a tumor are most critical information for successful en bloc resection tumor. only means available evaluation these factors CT or MRI images. In order to clarify ability imaging modes delineate base, preoperative images ten patients who underwent tumors at Kobe University Hospital were compared with histopathological findings resected specimens. proved be superior evaluating bone destruction base. On other hand, provided more useful about intracranial than CT. As hypertrophic linear shadow on Gd-enhanced represented dural thickened dura mater adjacent tumor, this technique should taken into consideration determine resection. We concluded that both is essential planning complete