The second edition of Atlas of Skull Base Surgery and Neurotology presents an up-to-date reference for the latest techniques in the challenging area of skull base surgery.

Operative procedures performed directly on the base of the brain, inner ear, and cranial nerves are inherently delicate undertakings further complicated by the difficulty of achieving easy access to this confined space. Written by pioneers working at one of the world's leading centers for advanced neurosurgery, An Atlas of Skull Base Surgery clearly describes the steps by which each of the key anatomical structures at the skull base and inner ear may be accessed in order to perform advanced surgical interventions. Featuring over 170 specially commissioned diagrams, and over 100 photographs of MRI, CT, and other imaging modalities, the atlas comprehensively covers a range of surgical approaches. The authors use the detailed supporting artwork to demonstrate the main steps in each procedure and help readers conceptualize the anatomy and surgical trajectory. With extensive accompanying notes on patient assessment and postoperative care, An Atlas of Skull Base Surgery facilitates the complete evaluation and management of patients with skull base lesions in which the clinical presentation or cell type mandates an operative procedure.

Long awaited, this fine surgical atlas covers all aspects of neuro-otology and lateral skull base procedures in comprehensively in detail. The lavishly illustrated step-by-step guide is written by two American experts to ensure continuity between topics. The text is highly structured with step-by-step explanation of each surgical procedure and TIPS and TECHNIQUES sections as well as a PEARLS section in each chapter. More than 200 superb artwork illustrations describe each surgical procedure with nearly 600 additional intraoperative pictures with CT and MRI images to teach specific case examples. This offers a complete educational experience for the skull base surgeon in training and a thorough reference for the experienced surgeon.

Atlas of Neurotology and Lateral Skull Base Surgery covers all aspects of a multidisciplinary approach for treatment in this field. Bringing together the superspecialities of otology, neurotology and neurosurgery, it offers an understanding of the various approaches to deal with lesions in the skull base. This atlas will help readers understand the intricate anatomy of the lateral skull base region along with the treatment approaches in the combined fields of neurotology and lateral skull base surgery. It has been systematically structured into 19 sections, keeping pedagogical considerations in view, and it covers all topics related to neurotology and lateral skull base surgery. It offers surgical tips and tricks and also highlights potential pitfalls to ensure favorable surgical outcome. The chapters of the atlas are written by renowned experts, based on their rich experiences. The content has been kept simple and lucid, and can be used as a quick reference guide by experienced, as well as budding surgeons. The management techniques discussed are state-of-the-art, and thereby would widen the knowledge base even of already-equipped surgeons. Special Features: A quick guide for otologists, neurotologists, and neurosurgeons Includes over 700 high-quality photographs showing cadaveric dissections and step-by-step representation of live surgical procedures Provides case examples for each approach Describes the anatomy of lateral skull base in a step-by-step approach, combined with specific approaches designed to excise lesions Presents up-to-date pathology management techniques Provides Tips and Pearls at the end of each chapter to highlight important points

Praise for this book:[Four stars] Populated with superb pictures of anatomical dissections...highly recommend[ed]...to any clinician dealing with skull base conditions.--Doody's ReviewA richly illustrated, step-by-step guide to the full range of approaches in skull base surgery, this book is designed to enable the surgeon to gain not only the technical expertise for common procedures, but to be able to confidently modify standard approaches when necessary. Full-color images of cadavers orient the surgeon to the clinical setting by presenting in precise detail the perspective encountered in the operating room. The images demonstrate surgical anatomy and the relevant structures adjacent to the exposures. Special emphasis on the relationship between the operative corridor and the surrounding anatomy helps the surgeon develop a clear understanding of whether tissues adjacent to the dissection can be exposed without complications.Features: More than 1,000 high-quality images demonstrate key concepts Brief lists of Key Steps guide the surgeon through each step of the dissection Concise text supplements each photograph, providing descriptions of technical maneuvers and clinical pearls Coverage of the latest innovative approaches enables surgeons to optimize clinical techniques Through detailed coverage of surgical anatomy and relevant adjacent structures, this book enables clinicians to develop a solid understanding of the entire operative region as well as the limits and possibilities of each skull base approach. It is an indispensable reference for neurosurgeons, head and neck surgeons, and otolaryngologists, and residents in these specialties.

(Companion pub. to Neurotology LB# J0030) Concerns middle fossa craniotomies/skull base surgery/vestibular surgery/etc