Seven Cavernomas. Tenets and Techniques for Resection

Descripción

Seven Cavernomas: Tenets and Techniques for Resection is the fourth volume in a remarkable series by internationally acclaimed neurosurgeon Michael T. Lawton. Building on his extensive experience operating on more than 1,400 cavernomas, Dr. Lawton blends essential clinical, anatomical, and microsurgical principles into a comprehensive heuristic designed to help neurosurgeons achieve optimal outcomes in cavernoma microsurgical resection.

Section 1 presents the ten cavernoma tenets, beginning with a taxonomy for classification based on location and surface representation. Subsequent chapters examine detailed brainstem and cerebral anatomy, dissection techniques, the triangle concept, arterial landmarks, regions of eloquent brain, recurrence, patient selection, and microsurgical cartography. Section 2 focuses on the seven types of cavernous malformations, providing insightful pearls on resection strategies. The final chapter explores the future role of neurosurgery in illuminating how the brain generates consciousness, emotion, memory, and intelligence.

This volume stands as an unparalleled reference for vascular neurosurgeons, demonstrating how meticulous map-making principles can shape the art and science of cavernoma resection. Its structured taxonomy offers a consistent nomenclature while imparting technical nuance and navigational precision that empower surgeons to enhance patient outcomes.

Key Highlights

• Taxonomy of seven cavernoma types and 35 subtypes to guide optimal surgical approaches and maximize intraoperative performance
• Brainstem cavernous malformation cartography illustrating relationships among craniotomy, subarachnoid approaches, anatomical triangles, safe entry zones, and arterial waypoints
• Includes 65 surgical videos and eight animations capturing nuance, progression, and technical detail
• Features 500 high-quality illustrations and clinical images depicting anatomical structures with precision
• Print book includes a scratch-off code for complimentary digital access via MedOne