Speciality
Skull Base Cancer Surgery
Multidisciplinary surgery for tumours at the base of the skull.
About Skull Base Cancer
Skull base tumours sit in a complex region surrounded by nerves, vessels and the brain. Dr Smit Doshi works with neurosurgical and reconstructive teams to perform endoscopic and combined approaches, minimising disfigurement and preserving cranial nerve function.
Symptoms
Signs to take seriously
- 1Persistent one-sided nasal block or bleeding
- 2Loss of smell
- 3Double vision or bulging of the eye
- 4Facial numbness or weakness
- 5Persistent headaches
- 6Hearing loss or ringing in the ear
- 7A mass in the upper neck or behind the jaw
Causes
Risk factors
Diagnosis
The path to a confirmed diagnosis
- 01
Detailed cranial nerve examination
- 02
Nasal endoscopy with biopsy
- 03
High-resolution MRI of skull base and brain
- 04
CT scan with 3D reconstruction
- 05
PET-CT for staging
- 06
Ophthalmologic and audiologic evaluation
Treatment
How Dr Doshi treats this
Endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery
Tumours accessed through the nostrils using endoscopes — no external incision, faster recovery.
Lateral skull base surgery
For tumours near the temporal bone and parotid; combined with ear and facial nerve preservation techniques.
Cranio-facial resection
A combined approach with neurosurgery for tumours involving the brain and facial skeleton.
Microvascular reconstruction
Restoring the facial contour and protecting the brain using free tissue transfer.
Multidisciplinary post-op care
Coordinated rehabilitation with neurology, ophthalmology, speech therapy and oncology.
Recovery
What to expect afterwards
- 1
ICU stay of 1–3 days after major resections
- 2
Hospital stay of 7–14 days depending on approach
- 3
Visual and cranial nerve recovery may take months
- 4
Radiation or chemoradiation may follow surgery
- 5
Long-term imaging surveillance every 6 months
Patient story
“I travelled from Mumbai for the endoscopic approach. No incision on my face. Hospital stay was four days. Dr Doshi’s expertise was worth the journey.”
— Krishna Iyer, Mumbai · Skull Base Tumour
Frequently asked
What patients ask about skull base cancer surgery
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Disclaimer: This information is for awareness only and does not substitute a medical consultation. For personalised advice on your condition, please book an appointment with Dr Doshi.