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To address this limitation, we developed a novel multilayer duraplasty method, termed the \u201cSandwich Technique,\u201d which combines an absorbable collagen matrix with autologous fascia.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods:<\/jats:title>\n \n A 69-year-old woman with a large tentorial meningioma and obstructive hydrocephalus underwent tumor resection. Intraoperatively, a wide dural defect adjacent to the transverse sinus was identified, where primary closure was not feasible. Reconstruction was performed using the three-layer Sandwich Technique: Step 1, an inlay DuraGen\n \u00ae<\/jats:sup>\n sheet placed subdurally and sutured to the tentorium; Step 2, an overlay of autologous fascia lata; and Step 3, an onlay DuraGen\n \u00ae<\/jats:sup>\n sheet folded over the fascia and secured with the bone flap. Fibrin glue was applied between each layer to reinforce adhesion.\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results:<\/jats:title>\n Postoperative imaging confirmed a watertight closure with no evidence of CSF leakage. The patient experienced no complications, and follow-up imaging at 2 months demonstrated a stable reconstruction.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n The Sandwich Technique provides a simple, reproducible option for dural repair in the posterior fossa when suturing is technically difficult. 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