Skull Base Surgery

Skull base surgery treats tumors and lesions deep within the skull floor — an area where the brain meets critical nerves and blood vessels controlling vision, hearing, facial movement, and swallowing. Common lesions include meningiomas, schwannomas (such as acoustic neuroma), pituitary tumours, and chordomas. Because of the complex anatomy, these operations demand advanced microsurgical skill and detailed pre-operative planning.

Modern skull base approaches use endoscopic and microsurgical corridors to reach lesions with minimal brain retraction. Multidisciplinary teams including neurosurgery, ENT, and endocrinology coordinate imaging review, approach selection, and rehabilitation. Some tumours may also be treated with radiosurgery or observation depending on size, growth, and symptoms.

Dr. Nikhil Bhamare performs skull base surgery at Medinova Super Speciality Hospital, Nashik with emphasis on nerve preservation, safe tumour removal, and structured follow-up. A comprehensive consultation includes review of MRI, discussion of surgical risks, and expected recovery of cranial nerve function.