Tumors of the Jugular Foramen

This book covers all aspects of the diagnosis and treatment of tumors of the jugular foramen - cranial base lesions that present particular diagnostic and management difficulties and remain challenging to remove despite advances in surgery and interventional neuroradiology. The authors have develope...

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Main Authors Ramina, MD, PhD, Ricardo (Author), Tatagiba, MD, PhD, Marcos Soares (Author)
Corporate Author SpringerLink (Online service)
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2017.
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Online AccessFull text
ISBN9783319433684
DOI10.1007/978-3-319-43368-4
Physical DescriptionXXII, 182 p. 165 illus., 121 illus. in color. online resource.

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Table of Contents:
  • 1. Introduction
  • 2. Historical Aspects
  • 3. Epidemiology and Genetics and Pattern of Spread
  • 4. Natural History, Clinical symptoms and Classifications
  • 5. Surgical Anatomy
  • 6. Radiological Diagnosis
  • 7. Evidence-Based Treatment, Surgical Indications, Contra-indications, Preoperative Clinical Evaluation, Preoperative Preparation for Anesthesia
  • 8. Preoperative Embolization
  • 9. Surgical Treatment and Postoperative Management
  • 10. Histopathological Findings
  • 11. Radiation Therapy and Radiosurgery
  • 12. Chemotherapy
  • 13. Surgical Results and Conclusions
  • Index.