Refresher Course: Head and Neck

RC 1208 - Structured approach to skull base and temporal bone imaging

5 min

Chairperson's introduction

Timothy Beale, London / United Kingdom

15 min

A structured approach and report of the temporal bone CT

Riste Saat, Tallinn / Estonia

To understand the complex anatomy of the temporal bone and its key structures visible on CT and learn a systematic, structured method to evaluate temporal bone CT images, starting with axial and coronal planes and including evaluation of pneumatisation, middle and inner ear structures, and critical neurovascular canals.
To recognise common surgically relevant anatomical variants on CT imaging.
To develop skills for clear, comprehensive CT reporting in different clinical settings.

15 min

Imaging of the post-operative skull base

Davide Farina, Brescia / Italy

To understand the typical postoperative imaging appearances of skull base reconstructions following various surgical approaches, including open and endoscopic techniques.
To identify and distinguish normal reconstructive tissues from recurrent or residual neoplastic disease on CT and MRI.
To recognise common postoperative complications such as infection, haemorrhage, and graft-related changes, and understand their imaging characteristics.
To gain practical knowledge of interpreting altered anatomy after skull base surgery to optimise patient follow-up and management.

15 min

Imaging of pulsatile tinnitus

Steve Connor, London / United Kingdom

To understand the pathophysiology and clinical significance of pulsatile tinnitus and its relationship to vascular and temporal bone abnormalities.
To learn the imaging modalities and protocols best suited for evaluating patients with pulsatile tinnitus, emphasising CT and MRI techniques.
To identify common and less common causes of pulsatile tinnitus on imaging.
To develop a systematic approach to image interpretation to guide diagnosis and clinical management of pulsatile tinnitus.

10 min

Panel discussion: Tips and pitfalls in skull base and temporal bone imaging. What I wish someone had told me