Video Atlas of Minimally Invasive Cranial Surgery. A Step-by-Step Approach

Descripción

Video Atlas of Minimally Invasive Cranial Surgery: A Step-by-Step Approach offers an insightful and comprehensive video-supported guide to minimally invasive cranial (“keyhole”) surgery, developed by internationally recognized neurosurgeons Walter C. Jean, Franco Rubino, Ivo Peto, and Kunal Vakharia. Over the past three decades, minimally invasive cranial techniques have demonstrated significant benefits, reducing postoperative pain and recovery time. However, unlike endoscopic endonasal approaches, many transcranial minimally invasive procedures remain underrepresented in training programs worldwide. This atlas highlights the importance of incorporating these advanced techniques into modern neurosurgical practice and education.

Organized by nine cranial regions—including the orbit, sella/parasellar, anterior cranial fossa/circle of Willis, third ventricle, pineal region, petrous apex, infratemporal fossa, retrosigmoid/lateral suboccipital area, and clivus/craniocervical junction—along with a tenth section covering supratentorial approaches, each chapter follows a consistent structure. Sections include an introduction, essential anatomy, illustrative case discussions accompanied by videos, operative setup, approach selection, exposure, step-by-step technique, and strategies for mitigating risks.

This resource significantly advances the teaching and practice of minimally invasive neurosurgery, providing essential guidance for residents, fellows, and practicing neurosurgeons committed to the evolution of modern cranial surgery.

Key Highlights

• Features case studies from leading second- and third-generation minimally invasive neurosurgery (MINS) clinicians worldwide
• Provides step-by-step instruction and surgical nuances across 34 procedural videos
• Includes high-quality annotated illustrations and MRI images to deepen understanding of complex cranial anatomy
• Print book includes a scratch-off code for complimentary digital access via MedOne