Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery (The James)

Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery (The James)

 

How is endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery done?

This surgery is done by putting a scope with a small camera into your nose that is attached to a monitor. This lets your doctor see through your sinus passages back to your pituitary gland. Your ENT doctor will help put in the scope and then your neurosurgeon will use small instruments placed through your nose to remove the small amount of bone covering the pituitary gland and take out the mass. You will be given general anesthesia and completely asleep during the procedure.

 

What will my nose look like after surgery?

Your neurosurgeon will close the hole in the back of your nose using one of the following: fat taken from your abdomen (belly), synthetic grafts, or tissues from your nose. After surgery, your nose will be covered with a light gauze dressing. This dressing will be removed 1 or 2 days after your surgery.

 

Your Feelings After Surgery

It is normal to have a range of emotions after your surgery. A common concern for patients is how they will look after surgery. Surgery can be an emotional and stressful time for you, your family and caregivers. Let your doctor or nurse know if you have any questions or concerns. They can tell you what changes may happen with this surgery and connect you with resources that can help you understand the reasons for your feelings and how to manage them. A chaplain and social worker are also available to provide support to you.

 

 

© December 16, 2021. The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute.

This handout is for informational purposes only. Talk with your doctor or health care team if you have any questions about your care.