Weber ferguson approach is used for?: (A) Mastoidectomy, (B) Maxillectomy, (C) Myringoplasty, (D) Mandibulectomy
Answer is B. ANSWER: (B) MaxillectomyREF: Atlas of head & neck surgery - otolaryngology 2nd edition by Byron J. Bailey page 26WEBER FERGUSON APPROACH:This approach involves an extension of the lateral rhinotomy incision that includes the splitting of upperlip.Indications: Exenteration of maxilla for total or subtotal maxillectomy (splitting the upper lip releases the facial flap for adequate lateral retraction and adds transoral exposure of palate and teeth)