Atlas of Acoustic Neurinoma Microsurgery by Sanna, Mario; Mancini, Fernando; Russo, Alessandra;

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Lavishly illustrated second edition of the classic text on acoustic neurinoma microsurgery

Authored by pioneers in the field, Acoustic Neurinoma Microsurgery -- now in a fully updated second edition -- provides step-by-step descriptions of the most common surgical approaches complemented by clearly labeled, full-color intraoperative photographs. Numerous cases derived from the expert authors' own experience accompany each description to demonstrate the clinical application of the various techniques as well as to offer practical examples of what to do when faced with surgical complications.

Concise, tightly focused chapters cover everything from surgical anatomy and operating room setup to detailed explanations of how to perform the full range of surgical procedures, including the enlarged middle cranial fossa approach, the transotic approach, the modified transcochlear approach, and much more.

Features:

• New chapters on the general features of acoustic neurinomas; functional surgery and intraoperative monitoring of the facial and cochlear nerves; imaging of acoustic neurinomas; facial nerve reanimation; and treatment options for patients with neurofibromatosis type 2
• In-depth information on key aspects of patient care, such as patient selection, preoperative care, and postoperative follow-up
• 1,034 high-quality images -- including more than 900 full-color intraoperative photographs -- precisely display each step of the different procedures
• Multiple cases in each chapter prepare the reader for clinical situations

Reflecting the latest technical advancements in acoustic neurinoma microsurgery, this visual guide will develop the surgical skills of every otolaryngologist and neurosurgeon that performs this delicate and complicated form of surgery.

Dr. Sanna is part of The Gruppo Otologico, a world-renowned specialist center for the diagnosis and medical and surgical treatment of diseases of the ear, skull base, facial nerve, head and neck, and paranasal sinuses. More information is available on the group's website, www.gruppootologico.it/eng.

&&&8220;There is something about this book that actually makes one want to tackle such work. Even if they are not inspired into a neurtologic career. &&&8221; The Journal of Laryngology & Otology March 2011

Table of Contents:

1 General Features of Acoustic Neurinomas
2 Imaging Study of Acoustic Neurinomas
3 Decision Making in Acoustic Neurinoma Surgery
4 Operating Room Setup and Patient Care
5 Surgery in the Cerebellopontine Angle: General Concepts
6 Intraoperative Monitoring
7 The Translabyrinthine Approaches
8 Combined Retrosigmoid–Retrolabyrinthine Approach
9 Enlarged Middle Cranial Fossa Approach
10 Transcochlear Approaches
11 Management in Special Situations
12 Facial Nerve Reanimation
13 The Role of Endoscopy in Acoustic Neurinoma Surgery
14 Complications and Management