Book description
Written by a world-class team of multidisciplinary experts, here is the
first definitive reference on these two highly challenging tumors
occurring in the skull base and spine. Covering everything from their
embryology and pathology, clinical presentation and diagnosis,
radiologic appearance, surgical treatment, radiation therapy, and
prognosis, it is the most comprehensive book ever written on the topic.
Special features: All available information on these tumors packed into
a single volume High-quality illustrations that make anatomy and
surgical approach crystal-clear Contributorst include: Albert Rhoton
Jr., Harry Van Loveren, Laligam Sekhar, Robert Spetzler, and Chandranath
Sen Includes alternative methods of treatment, ranging from surgery to
radiation modalities, with recurrence and outcome assessmentFor all
specialists who treat tumors of the skull base and spine, including
neurosurgeons, otolaryngologists-head and neck surgeons, ophthalmologic
surgeons, and orthopedic surgeons. ''[The author] has accomplished the
major task of assemblnig a renowned group of of surgeons, pathologists,
radiologists, and radiotherapists who have contributed their specialized
knowledge. . .this volume is the first to address in a comprehensive
manner the embryology, pathology, imaging, presentation, and diagnosis
of chordomas and chondrosarcomas. . .well-organized, represents a
comprehensive compilation of current literature, approaches, techniques,
and therapeutic options. . .should appeal not only to neurosurgeons, but
also to orthopedic spine surgeons and radiation therapists who treat
patients with these tumors.'' --Neuro-Oncology_x000D_ _x000D_ ''A
much-needed text that fills this niche admirably and covers the subject
with thoroughness and authority. . .illustrations are superbly
reproduced. . .very well-written, with contributions from a
cross-section of 'who's who's' in the field. . .well-organized and
generous illustrations are clear and quite helpful. . .highly
recommended to any physician involved in the treatment of these
difficult tumors and to residents with particular interest in skull base
or spine surgery. It deserves a permanent home in every academic
neurosurgical library.'' --Journal of Neurosurgery_x000D_ _x000D_
''Clear and comprehensive reference. . .well-organized, readable, and
summarizes the current knowledge of these two uncommon tumors. An
excellent textbook. . .should appear on the shelf of all skull-base
surgeons. . .also a good pre-boards study tool. . .many full-color
illustrations, photographs, radiographs, pathological slides, and
high-quality illustrations.'' --Young Neurosurgeons' News_x000D_ _x000D_
'Well-written surgical descriptions make interesting reading. . .''
--Journal of Laryngology & Otology_x000D_ _x000D_ '' Details of the
procedures are accompanied by splendid pictures [depicting] all possible
features of each one of the conditions described...index is very
helpful...should be in most neurological and neurosurgical libraries.''
--Doody's Notes_x000D_ _x000D_ ". . . a timely addition to our
armamentarium . . . This multiauthored text compiles considerable
experience from around the world to serve as the current reference book
for these entities. . . . This volume belongs on the shelf of every
surgeon, and specifically, of every skull base surgeon involved with the
treatment of chordomas and chondrosarcomas in the skull base and
spine." - Robert F. Spetzler, MD, Barrow Neurological Institute,
Phoenix, Arizona Stanford University Medical Center, Department of
Neurosurgery, Stanford, CA, USA Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
