On the basis of their findings the authors conclude that removal of the occipital condyle is not necessary for the safe and complete resection of anterior intradural foramen magnum tumors.

Gross total extracapsular resection of midline suprasellar tumors via a transsphenoidal approach is possible but is associated with a higher risk of complications than is standard transsphenoidal surgery.

Gross total extracapsular resection of midline suprasellar tumors via a transsphenoidal approach is possible but is associated with a higher risk of complications than is standard transsphenoidal surgery.

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