Skull Base 1996; 6(3): 181-185
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1058643
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Microsurgical Study of the Dorello's Canal

Philip D. Tsitsopoulos, Christos A. Tsonidis, George P. Petsas, Pantelis N. Hadjiioannou, Samuel Ndungu Njau, Ioannis V. Anagnostopoulos
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Publication Date:
03 March 2008 (online)

Abstract

The microsurgical anatomy of Dorello's canal was examined in 20 cadaver specimens. The study included dissections of this anatomic structure, under operative microscope and using microsurgical instruments. The detailed microanatomy of the canal was defined, as well as its relation to the sixth nerve, the clivus, the petrous apex, and the adjacent neurovascular elements.