Microneurosurgical anatomy of the basal cisterns: A brief review for cisternostomy.

To perform this procedure safely, it is mandatory to handle microscopic details of cistern anatomy. Reaching a core cistern is necessary to assure effectiveness. This procedure needs, as well, surgical step-by-step landmark planning and performing. Cisternostomy could be a life-saving procedure and a new powerful tool for severe brain trauma treatment. Evidence is being collected to support its indications.