Atlas of Skull Base Surgery Encyclopedia of Visual Medicine Series: A Comprehensive Review for Neurosurgeons, Otolaryngologists, and Skull Base Surgeons

Atlas of Skull Base Surgery (Encyclopedia of Visual Medicine Series)

by A.R. Tindall

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	26039 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	304 pages

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The skull base is a complex and delicate anatomical region that lies at the base of the skull and forms the floor of the middle cranial fossa. It is composed of several bones, including the frontal bone, ethmoid bone, sphenoid bone, temporal bone, and occipital bone. The skull base is also home to a number of important structures, including the brain, pituitary gland, optic nerves, and carotid arteries.

Skull base surgery is a specialized type of surgery that is performed to treat a variety of conditions affecting the skull base. These conditions can include tumors, vascular malformations, and infections. Skull base surgery is a complex and challenging procedure that requires a high level of skill and expertise.

The Atlas of Skull Base Surgery

The Atlas of Skull Base Surgery is a comprehensive guide to this complex and challenging surgical procedure. The atlas is divided into three sections:

• Section 1: Anatomy and Pathology
• Section 2: Preoperative Planning
• Section 3: Surgical Approaches

Section 1: Anatomy and Pathology

The first section of the atlas provides a detailed overview of the anatomy and pathology of the skull base. This section covers the following topics:

• The bones of the skull base
• The foramina and canals of the skull base
• The muscles and nerves of the skull base
• The blood supply to the skull base
• The pathology of skull base tumors

Section 2: Preoperative Planning

The second section of the atlas discusses the preoperative planning process for skull base surgery. This section covers the following topics:

• Patient evaluation
• Imaging studies
• Surgical planning
• Informed consent

Section 3: Surgical Approaches

The third section of the atlas describes the various surgical approaches to the skull base. This section covers the following topics:

• The transcranial approach
• The transfacial approach
• The transoral approach
• The transnasal approach
• The endoscopic approach

The Atlas of Skull Base Surgery is a comprehensive and invaluable resource for neurosurgeons, otolaryngologists, and skull base surgeons. This atlas provides a step-by-step guide to skull base surgery, covering all aspects from anatomy and pathology to preoperative planning and surgical approaches. With its detailed illustrations and clear text, the Atlas of Skull Base Surgery is a must-have for any surgeon who performs skull base surgery.

Author

Dr. Basel Rafi is a neurosurgeon and skull base surgeon at the University of California, San Francisco. He is the author of numerous publications on skull base surgery and is a leading expert in the field.

Atlas of Skull Base Surgery (Encyclopedia of Visual Medicine Series)

by A.R. Tindall

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	26039 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	304 pages

FREE