Microvascular decompression of the trigeminal nerve: technical note

Abstract

The technique described by Jannetta uses Teflon “turfs” (polytetrafluoroethylene). With the technological advancement of materials it is increasingly harder to find Teflon in the market. The author describes a technique which uses a portion of a vascular prosthesis made of polyester (FlowNit Bioseal®) manufactured by JOTEC® Gmbh reference 35BI1206. The use of this vascular prosthesis seems to be an effective alternative for intracranial neurovascular decompression. One of its advantages is having a circumferential format, which provides greater stability and safety to possible displacement.

Keywords

• trigeminal nerve
• trigeminal neuralgia
• decompression
• surgical