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Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery

Author : Harminder Singh
Publisher : Thieme
ISBN 13 : 1638534624
Total Pages : 774 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (385 download)

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Book Synopsis Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery by : Harminder Singh

Download or read book Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery written by Harminder Singh and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2020-06-19 with total page 774 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive state-of-the-art resource on pediatric endoscopic endonasal approaches Today, expanded endonasal approaches (EEA) have revolutionized the surgical treatment paradigm for pediatric central skull base lesions. Specially adapted micro-instruments have been developed to permit passage through the narrow sinonasal pathways in children, enabling access to the entire midline skull base, from the crista galli to the cervico-medullary junction. Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery by Harminder Singh, Jeffrey Greenfield, Vijay Anand, and Theodore Schwartz is the first textbook focused solely on endoscopic endonasal management of cranial base pathologies in children. The book reflects in-depth expertise from an extraordinary group of international contributors from five continents, who share extensive knowledge on this emerging field. Thirty chapters are presented in three comprehensive sections. Key Features Core topics including anatomy, rhinological and anesthetic considerations, patient positioning and OR set-up, instrumentation, and endonasal corridors and approaches Fifteen chapters detail endoscopic treatment of a full spectrum of pediatric pathologies, such as craniopharyngioma, meningoencephalocele, basilar invagination, and benign and malignant tumors, among others Discussion of multiple skull-base closure techniques, managing complications, and neurosurgical and otolaryngological postoperative care Visually rich, the succinct text is enhanced with more than 200 high-quality surgical illustrations and intraoperative photographs, as well as procedural videos This unique reference is essential reading for neurosurgical and otolaryngology residents and fellows, as well as veteran surgeons, nurse-practitioners, and physician-assistants who treat and care for pediatric patients with skull-base conditions.

Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery

Author : Harminder Singh
Publisher : Thieme
ISBN 13 : 1626235023
Total Pages : 751 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (262 download)

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Book Synopsis Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery by : Harminder Singh

Download or read book Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery written by Harminder Singh and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2020-06-19 with total page 751 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive state-of-the-art resource on pediatric endoscopic endonasal approaches Today, expanded endonasal approaches (EEA) have revolutionized the surgical treatment paradigm for pediatric central skull base lesions. Specially adapted micro-instruments have been developed to permit passage through the narrow sinonasal pathways in children, enabling access to the entire midline skull base, from the crista galli to the cervico-medullary junction. Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery by Harminder Singh, Jeffrey Greenfield, Vijay Anand, and Theodore Schwartz is the first textbook focused solely on endoscopic endonasal management of cranial base pathologies in children. The book reflects in-depth expertise from an extraordinary group of international contributors from five continents, who share extensive knowledge on this emerging field. Thirty chapters are presented in three comprehensive sections. Key Features Core topics including anatomy, rhinological and anesthetic considerations, patient positioning and OR set-up, instrumentation, and endonasal corridors and approaches Fifteen chapters detail endoscopic treatment of a full spectrum of pediatric pathologies, such as craniopharyngioma, meningoencephalocele, basilar invagination, and benign and malignant tumors, among others Discussion of multiple skull-base closure techniques, managing complications, and neurosurgical and otolaryngological postoperative care Visually rich, the succinct text is enhanced with more than 200 high-quality surgical illustrations and intraoperative photographs, as well as procedural videos This unique reference is essential reading for neurosurgical and otolaryngology residents and fellows, as well as veteran surgeons, nurse-practitioners, and physician-assistants who treat and care for pediatric patients with skull-base conditions.

Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery

Author : Harminder Singh
Publisher : Thieme Medical Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781626235014
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery written by Harminder Singh and published by Thieme Medical Publishers. This book was released on 2020 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Today, expanded endonasal approaches (EEA) have revolutionized the surgical treatment paradigm for pediatric central skull base lesions. Specially adapted micro-instruments have been developed to permit passage through the narrow sinonasal pathways in children, enabling access to the entire midline skull base, from the crista galli to the cervico-medullary junction. Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery is the first textbook focused solely on endoscopic endonasal management of cranial base pathologies in children. The book reflects in-depth expertise from an extraordinary group of international contributors from five continents, who share extensive knowledge on this emerging field. Thirty four chapters are presented in three comprehensive sections. Key Features: 1) Core topics including anatomy, rhinological and anesthetic considerations, patient positioning and OR set-up, instrumentation, and endonasal corridors and approaches; 2) Fifteen chapters detail endoscopic treatment of a full spectrum of pediatric pathologies, such as encephalocele/meningoencephalocele, cysts, and benign and malignant tumors; 3) Discussion of multiple skull closure techniques, managing complications, and neurosurgical and otolaryngological postoperative care; 4) Visually rich, the succinct text is enhanced with 500 high-quality surgical illustrations and intraoperative photographs, as well as procedural videos. This unique reference is essential reading for neurosurgical and otolaryngology residents and fellows, as well as veteran surgeons, nurse-practitioners, and physician-assistants who treat and care for pediatric patients with skull-base conditions"--

Pediatric Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery

Author : Harminder Singh
Publisher : Thieme
ISBN 13 : 1638534624
Total Pages : 774 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (385 download)

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Pediatric Endonasal Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery

Author : Theodore H. Schwarz
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783897568112
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (681 download)

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Book Synopsis Pediatric Endonasal Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery by : Theodore H. Schwarz

Download or read book Pediatric Endonasal Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery written by Theodore H. Schwarz and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Endoscopic Approaches to the Skull Base

Author : A.B. Kassam
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
ISBN 13 : 3805592116
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (55 download)

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Book Synopsis Endoscopic Approaches to the Skull Base by : A.B. Kassam

Download or read book Endoscopic Approaches to the Skull Base written by A.B. Kassam and published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2012-04-20 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the last decade the endoscopic endonasal approach (EEA) to the skull base has become a very powerful method to add to the array of neurosurgical technologies. This volume provides a broad overview of the role of transnasal approaches in a wide spectrum of skull base diseases. It starts with a historical perspective of the evolution from the microscope to the endoscope in endonasal surgery and then explores in depth the principles and techniques of the various methods. Discussed are topics based on anatomical boundaries: pituitary fossa to the suprasellar space to the cavernous sinus, clivus and the anterior cranial fossa. Access to the infratemporal and posterior fossae via both the endoscopic endonasal and the retrosigmoid approaches are reviewed. In addition, the critical topic of reconstruction following ‘minimally invasive’ skull base surgery and finally the learning curve and complications associated with the applications of these new and exciting approaches are discussed. This volume will provide the latest knowledge to help neurosurgeons, otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons as well as craniofacial surgeons understand the applications and practice of this important technique.

Endoscopic Endonasal Transsphenoidal Surgery

Author : Enrico de Divitiis
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3709160847
Total Pages : 203 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (91 download)

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Book Synopsis Endoscopic Endonasal Transsphenoidal Surgery by : Enrico de Divitiis

Download or read book Endoscopic Endonasal Transsphenoidal Surgery written by Enrico de Divitiis and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Currently, surgical management provides the definitive treatment of choice for most pituitary adenomas, craniopharyngiomas and meningiomas of the sellar region. The elegant minimally invasive transnasal endoscopic approach to the sella turcica and the anterior skull base has added a new dimension of versatility to pituitary surgery and can be adapted to many lesions in the region. In this multi-author book with numerous color illustrations the main aspects of the endonasal endoscopic approach to the skull base are presented, starting with a clear description of the endoscopic anatomy, the panoramic view afforded by the endoscope and the development of effective instruments and adjuncts. After the diagnostic studies, the strictly surgical features are considered in detail. The standard technique is described and particular aspects are treated, including the new extended approaches to the cavernous sinus, spheno-ethmoid planum and clival regions.

Neuroendoscopy

Author : Spyros Sgouros
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3642390854
Total Pages : 233 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (423 download)

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Book Synopsis Neuroendoscopy by : Spyros Sgouros

Download or read book Neuroendoscopy written by Spyros Sgouros and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-11-22 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a result of technological improvements, neuroendoscopy is now used in the treatment of many more patients, enabling the performance of previously unavailable operations with low complication rates and rapid patient recovery. This book presents the distilled experience of world experts in this evolving field. Current applications in a wide variety of settings are explained in detail and likely future developments are identified. In addition, the available neuroendoscopic instruments are reviewed and the results of international trials and collaborative studies, presented. This book will fully acquaint the reader with the breadth and depth of available neuroendoscopy techniques and their impressive therapeutic potential. It should serve as the reference book on neuroendoscopy for the next 10 years.

Vascular Challenges in Skull Base Surgery

Author : Paul A. Gardner
Publisher : Thieme
ISBN 13 : 1638536465
Total Pages : 569 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (385 download)

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Book Synopsis Vascular Challenges in Skull Base Surgery by : Paul A. Gardner

Download or read book Vascular Challenges in Skull Base Surgery written by Paul A. Gardner and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2021-11-17 with total page 569 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential multidisciplinary guide for the prevention and management of vascular injury from master skull base surgeons Vascular injury is the most significant source of morbidity or mortality during skull base surgery, regardless of the surgical approach. While skull base approaches always placed arteries and veins at risk, newer endoscopic endonasal approaches have introduced new challenges for the prevention and management of vascular injury. Greater anatomic knowledge, additional surgical options, improved instrumentation, advances in interventional neuroradiology, and enhanced training all contribute to successful outcomes. Vascular Challenges in Skull Base Surgery by renowned skull base experts Paul Gardner, Carl Snyderman, Brian Jankowitz, and distinguished contributors, fills a gap in the literature, with invaluable guidance on managing rare but potentially catastrophic surgical complications. The full range of surgical approaches to the anterior, middle, and posterior cranial fossae are covered in 22 chapters. Diverse topics encompass open and endoscopic endonasal surgical approaches, endovascular techniques including balloon test occlusion and embolization, and standard and alternative bypass procedures. The last three chapters discuss venous considerations, neurophysiologic monitoring, and the role of training and simulation in vascular injury prevention. Key learning points, illustrated discussion of relevant anatomy, and tips and tricks are targeted at helping skull base surgeons leverage practical strategies to improve patient outcomes. Key Highlights An impressive group of expert, highly-experienced surgeons share firsthand knowledge Insightful analyses of root causes and clinical pearls provide indispensable prevention tactics High-quality images and videos enhance visual understanding of surgical anatomy and techniques Trainees and practicing skull base surgeons will greatly benefit from the collective knowledge and evidence-based injury avoidance strategies shared by authors who have learned to master the art of skull base surgery.

Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery, An Issue of Neurosurgery Clinics of North America

Author : Daniel M. Prevedello
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323391079
Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (233 download)

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Download or read book Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery, An Issue of Neurosurgery Clinics of North America written by Daniel M. Prevedello and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2015-07-13 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Because the base of the skull has proven to be one of the most challenging regions of the body to access, treatment options were once limited for patients with tumors or lesions in this area. However, with recent advancements and breakthroughs in treatment, patients with skull base tumors now have an array of surgical options that can help them return to leading a normal and active life. The Endoscopic Endonasal Approach (EEA) is an innovative surgical technique used to remove brain tumors and lesions-some as large as softballs-all through the nose.

Cranial Base Surgery

Author : James T. Robertson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 706 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Book Synopsis Cranial Base Surgery by : James T. Robertson

Download or read book Cranial Base Surgery written by James T. Robertson and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 706 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive new reference addresses the entire spectrum of cranial base surgery today. The clinically oriented text is enhanced by numerous illustrations and is highly practical in its orientation. Each chapter has been written by a carefully chosen expert from within the field.

Anterior Skull Base Tumors

Author : P. Nicolai
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
ISBN 13 : 3318066702
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (18 download)

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Book Synopsis Anterior Skull Base Tumors by : P. Nicolai

Download or read book Anterior Skull Base Tumors written by P. Nicolai and published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2020-07-30 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent years, interest in the management of anterior skull base tumors has been fostered by the introduction and subsequent rapid expansion of indications of transnasal endoscopic techniques. In parallel, extraordinary progress has been made in all the other disciplines which are involved in the complex process of managing anterior skull base tumors, leading to substantial improvements in diagnosis and treatment. The anterior skull base can be involved in a large variety of tumors of a varying nature and histology, which in the majority of cases originate from adjacent anatomic sites. In fact, primary lesions of the anterior skull base mainly include osteoma and other tumors originating from bone and cartilage. Tumors involving the anterior skull base have their origin prevalently in the sinonasal tract, but lesions developing on the intracranial site, such as meningiomas, may also extend caudally to encroach upon this area. All these lesions are rare, which means that the pertinent literature does not include prospective studies or treatment guidelines based on a high level of evidence. In view of the extreme histological variability of lesions involving the anterior skull base, much emphasis has been placed on addressing the different nuances of treatment in relation to histology, especially for malignant tumors. The chapters focusing on surgery provide divergent views on selection criteria for a specific surgical technique, which is the aim of this publication.

Neuroendoscopic Surgery

Author : Jaime Torres-Corzo
Publisher : Thieme
ISBN 13 : 1626231621
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (262 download)

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Book Synopsis Neuroendoscopic Surgery by : Jaime Torres-Corzo

Download or read book Neuroendoscopic Surgery written by Jaime Torres-Corzo and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2019-04-04 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Neuroendoscopy: State-of-the-art, global subspecialty encompassed in multimedia volume Honorable mention from the 2017 PROSE Awards HONORABLE MENTION for Textbook/Clinical Medicine! The development and refinement of neuroendoscopy has been driven by the persistent desire of neurosurgeons to advance the field and offer less invasive, more efficacious options to patients. This remarkable multimedia book reflects the technological advances achieved in the last two decades in fiber optics, cold light, cameras, and endoscopic instrumentation. Written by an impressive Who's Who of international neurosurgeons, the outstanding text and videos reflect global contributions to neuroendoscopy. Current indications for intracranial and intraventricular endoscopy are described in depth, through detailed chapters, stellar videos, professional animations, and exquisite illustrations. The authors share their clinical expertise on procedures ranging from endoscopic third ventriculostomy to transventricular approach of the fourth ventricle. Cover to cover, this book details the differences, alternatives, advantages, and limitations of the flexible neuroendoscope. This hands-on learning tool will enable neurosurgeons to perform endoscopy of the ventricles and basal cisterns for exploratory purposes and conditions such as hydrocephalus, congenital aqueductal stenosis, tumors, hypothalamic hamartoma, arachnoid cysts, and neurocysticercosis. Additional topics include endoscopic-assisted microvascular decompression and aneurysm surgery, fluorescence, complications, anesthesia, utilization in developing countries, and future trends. Key Features: Comprehensive multimedia reference with online access to 70 superb videos and animations More than 300 meticulously drawn illustrations Beautifully illustrated anatomical chapters that facilitate in-depth understanding of endoscopic anatomy An entire chapter devoted to flexible neuroendoscopy Indications, preoperative preparation, procedure description, intraoperative complications and their management ("risk and rescue: techniques), expert pearls, postoperative management, and outcomes This volume is a must-have resource for neurosurgery and neurology residents, neurosurgeons, pediatric neurosurgeons, and all physicians involved in the care of patients with intracranial and intraventricular disease.

Minimally Invasive Skull Base Surgery

Author : Moncef Berhouma
Publisher : Nova Science Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781628085679
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (856 download)

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Download or read book Minimally Invasive Skull Base Surgery written by Moncef Berhouma and published by Nova Science Publishers. This book was released on 2013-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Classically defined as the art of curing by the hand, hand intended as the organ of the possible, and positive certitude according to Paul Valery, surgery is shifting toward a scientific discipline with a very high technological valence. Neurosurgery in general, and skull base surgery in particular do not stave off this natural evolution. Obviously, technological advances have driven the tremendous progresses in both diagnosis (CT scan, MRI, angiography ) and therapeutic fields (ultrasonic aspiration, radiosurgery). This technological aspect should not hide the humanistic remnant of the modern neurosurgeon, who should propose the less invasive technique in his possession to treat most efficiently his patient, keeping in mind the quality of life above all. The compromise between the invasiveness of the surgical approach to the skull base and the main goal of the surgery has shed light on the recent concept of minimally invasive skull base surgery.This concept has been conspicuously initiated by Axel Perneczky in the late 1980s under the descriptive keyhole neurosurgery, especially through the renowned eyebrow supra-orbital mini-craniotomy and the implementation of endoscope-assisted microneurosurgery. A decade after, Jho and others introduced the endoscopic endonasal approaches to the skull base, with a perpetual development and an exponential rhythm of scientific publications. This recent paradigm shift toward a minimal approach-related iatrogeny coupled with a maximally efficient surgical target is not so clear cut, as pioneering neurosurgeons such as Cushing, Dandy or Dott among others already adopted this philosophy of work, limited by the technology available at that time that did not permit their minimally invasive expectations. This has been possible only with the progresses made in the fields of imaging, surgical instrumentation, illumination technologies (microscope and endoscope), radiosurgery, and neuroanesthesia.

Rhinology and Anterior Skull Base Surgery

Author : Marios Stavrakas
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030668657
Total Pages : 382 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (36 download)

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Book Synopsis Rhinology and Anterior Skull Base Surgery by : Marios Stavrakas

Download or read book Rhinology and Anterior Skull Base Surgery written by Marios Stavrakas and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-07-26 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers a selection of pertinent patient case-presentations in the field of rhinology, anterior skull base and facial plastics surgery. It further explores the evidence-based management of simple to complex clinical presentations. Each chapter start with the diagnosis and progresses from medical or surgical treatment to the post-operative follow up of the presented clinical condition. The various case reports are concise; however, sufficiently comprehensive and cover conditions from emergencies in adult and paediatric rhinology, to elective care, sino-nasal and anterior skull base neoplasms systemic diseases affecting the nose and paranasal sinuses, and underpinned by illustrations, imaging, and intra-operative photographs to emphasize the clinical approach. Rhinology and Anterior Skull Base Surgery - A Case-based Approach is a highly informative and carefully presented book, providing insights for exam candidates, trainees, general practitioners, rhinologists and otolaryngologists with an interest in anterior skull base, facial plastics and rhinology.

Integrated Management of Complex Intracranial Lesions

Author : Vijay Agarwal
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781108830034
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (3 download)

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Download or read book Integrated Management of Complex Intracranial Lesions written by Vijay Agarwal and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The combined endoscopic endonasal, transethmoidal, transcribriform approach with endoscope-assisted supraorbital craniotomy is a minimally invasive approach that can be used as an alternative to the classic transcranial, transfacial, or combined craniofacial approaches to lesions of the anterior cranial fossa. This approach is best used for lesions that extend anteriorly to the frontal sinus, laterally beyond the lamina papyracea, and inferiorly into the ethmoid sinus. This chapter details the approach as well as closure of the combined endoscopic endonasal, transethmoidal, transcribriform approach with endoscope-assisted supraorbital craniotomy"--

Endoscopic Approaches to the Skull Base

Author : Amin B. Kassam
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
ISBN 13 : 3805592108
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (55 download)

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Book Synopsis Endoscopic Approaches to the Skull Base by : Amin B. Kassam

Download or read book Endoscopic Approaches to the Skull Base written by Amin B. Kassam and published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2012 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reviews the role of endoscopic endonasal techniques During the last decade the endoscopic endonasal approach (EEA) to the skull base has become a very powerful method to add to the array of neurosurgical technologies. This volume provides a broad overview of the role of transnasal approaches in a wide spectrum of skull base diseases. It starts with a historical perspective of the evolution from the microscope to the endoscope in endonasal surgery and then explores in depth the principles and techniques of the various methods. Discussed are topics based on anatomical boundaries: pituitary fossa to the suprasellar space to the cavernous sinus, clivus and the anterior cranial fossa. Access to the infratemporal and posterior fossae via both the endoscopic endonasal and the retrosigmoid approaches are reviewed. In addition, the critical topic of reconstruction following 'minimally invasive' skull base surgery and finally the learning curve and complications associated with the applications of these new and exciting approaches are discussed. This volume will provide the latest knowledge to help neurosurgeons, otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons as well as craniofacial surgeons understand the applications and practice of this important technique.