SKULL BASE TUMORS
At Medikeri’s Super Speciality ENT Centre, we offer advanced evaluation and treatment for skull base tumors—rare and complex growths located at the junction between the brain and facial structures. These tumors can affect vital structures including the brainstem, cranial nerves, sinuses, and orbit. Our multidisciplinary team, including ENT surgeons, neurosurgeons, and radiologists, ensures comprehensive care from diagnosis to recovery.

OVERVIEW
Skull base tumors may be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous) and arise from various tissues such as bone, nerves, glands, or meninges. Common types include:

• Meningiomas

• Schwannomas (e.g., vestibular schwannoma)

• Chordomas

• Pituitary adenomas

• Esthesioneuroblastomas

• Sinonasal malignancies extending to the skull base

Symptoms depend on location and size, and may include nasal obstruction, facial pain, headaches, vision changes, or cranial nerve deficits.

DIAGNOSIS & EVALUATION
Accurate diagnosis involves a combination of:

• Nasal endoscopy

• CT/MRI scans of the brain and sinuses

• Biopsy (if needed)

• Neurological assessment

• Hormonal or visual testing (for pituitary or orbital involvement)

These investigations help determine the tumor type, extent, and appropriate treatment plan.

SURGICAL MANAGEMENT
Surgery remains the mainstay for most skull base tumors. Our team employs endoscopic skull base surgery and minimally invasive transnasal approaches whenever possible, providing access to deep-seated tumors with less disruption to surrounding tissue.

Common procedures include:

• Endoscopic transnasal resection

• Craniotomy (for large or complex lesions)

• Combined ENT-neurosurgical approaches

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
We use image-guided navigation, high-definition endoscopy, and intraoperative monitoring for precision and safety. These techniques improve visualization, reduce surgical trauma, and allow better tumor clearance while preserving critical functions.

RECOVERY & REHABILITATION
Postoperative recovery varies depending on tumor type and complexity. Patients may require ICU monitoring initially, followed by observation and rehabilitation support. Regular follow-up includes imaging and endoscopic checks to detect any recurrence or complications.

MULTIDISCIPLINARY CARE
Our skull base program is supported by a team including neurosurgeons, endocrinologists, ophthalmologists, radiologists, and oncologists to deliver holistic care—from diagnosis and surgery to recovery and long-term monitoring.

CONCLUSION
At Medikeri’s Super Speciality ENT Centre, we bring expertise, technology, and teamwork together to treat skull base tumors with precision and compassion. Our goal is to safely remove the tumor, protect neurological function, and support complete recovery—ensuring the best possible quality of life for our patients.