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The pterional approach is arguably the most popular surgical approach for neurosurgeons ． Therefore ， we should u皿 derstand and experience this approach properly ． The other surgical approaches can be learned readily once this approach is mastered ． The principle aspect of the pterional approach is an appropriate exposure of the parase 蓋 1ar area without damaging the brain and vessels ． There are various surgical options based on the primary disease and patterns Qf the sylvian veins ． We will discuss about methods for widening the pterional approach ， including manipulation of the sylvian vein and sphenoparietal sinus ， the temporopolar approach ， optic unroofing ， anterior clinoidectomy ， resection of the tuberculurn sellae ， and section of the dural ring．