Radiosurgery of the Skull Base: A Comprehensive Case-Based Approach

Discover the non-invasive treatment of skull base pathologies using radiosurgery with this practical, case-based guide. Written by renowned experts Siviero Agazzi MD MBA, Lawrence Berk, and Mohammad Hassan A. Noureldine, this clinical reference provides a succinct and easy-to-navigate overview of stereotactic radiosurgery of skull base lesions.

Coverage of Fundamentals and Advanced Topics

Covering the basics of radiosurgery, including radiobiology fundamentals, dose tolerances, and particle therapy, this book also explores the role of radiosurgery in patients with skull base tumors. Gain insights into the when and how of radiosurgery utilization for optimal treatment plans.

Comprehensive Coverage of Over 50 Skull Base Pathologies

This comprehensive guide covers a wide range of pathologies across various regions of the skull base, including:

• Vestibular and facial schwannomas
• Pituitary adenomas
• Meningiomas
• Chordomas
• Trigeminal neuralgia
• Metastases
• And more

Real-Life Case Studies and Treatment Plans

Learn from real patient scenarios, featuring thorough descriptions of planning, dosages, outcomes, and follow-up images. This pragmatic approach enables you to develop effective treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.

Dose Tolerance and Treatment Planning

Understand the importance of dose tolerance of surrounding structures and how it influences the overall treatment plan. This critical aspect of radiosurgery is thoroughly explored in this comprehensive guide.

eBook Benefits

With the purchase of this book, you’ll also receive an eBook version, allowing you to:

• Access all text, figures, and references
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Product Details:

Publisher: Elsevier

Publication Date: January 9, 2024

Language: English

Pages: 434

ISBN-10: 0323874371

ISBN-13: 978-0323874373