Endonasal Endoscopic Surgery of Skull Base Tumors: An Interdisciplinary Approach

A comprehensive, multidisciplinary perspective on endonasal endoscopic skull base surgeryThis book presents a complete stepbystep guide to endonasal endoscopic skull base surgery, written by prominent interdisciplinary specialists and reflecting important recent developments in the field. Combining the fundamentals of skull base anatomy and pathology with current diagnostic and interventional imaging techniques, Endonasal Endoscopic Surgery of Skull Base Tumors provides a solid clinical foundation for anyone working in this challenging and evolving specialty.Special features: Stateoftheart contributions from international experts in endonasal endoscopic skull base surgery A 360 degree panoramic assessment of skull base pathologies Description of basic and advanced endoscopic procedures based on the endonasal corridor system Current tumorspecific strategies, including indications and preoperative workup, endoscopic surgical techniques, sequel and potential complications, postoperative care, outcomes, and pearls and pitfalls Clear and consistent interdisciplinary guidelines for managing the internal carotid artery in skull base surgery, allowing the removal of previously inoperable tumors Surgical outcomes from two of the leading international skull base centers, one in Fulda, Germany (formerly headed by Professor Draf), and one joint program at the University of Brescia and University of Varese, ItalyComplete with 500 fullcolor photographs, anatomic illustrations, flowcharts and tables, Endonasal Endoscopic Surgery of Skull Base Tumors offers a practical management approach and sets a new standard in the field. It is invaluable for all otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, and pathologists who routinely make diagnostic and therapeutic decisions with regard to skull base lesions. It is also an essential text and reference for those who are learning how to perform endonasal endoscopic skull base surgery in a multidisciplinary environment.