Albert L. Rhoton, Jr – författare

Cranial Anatomy and Surgical Approaches is the masterwork of the legendary neurosurgeon Albert L. Rhoton, Jr.—a distillation of 40 years of work to, in the author’s words, make the “delicate, fateful, and awesome” procedures of neurosurgery more “gentle, accurate, and safe.” This definitive text on the microsurgical anatomy of the brain remains an essential tool for the education and enrichment of neurosurgeons at any level of experience. The hardbound collection of this complete classic work contains more than 2,000 high-quality images.  Covers every aspect of cranial surgery: general operative techniques, the supratentorial cranial compartment, and the posterior fossa  Details the safest approaches to brain surgery, including micro-operative techniques and instrument selection; microsurgical anatomy and approaches to the supratentorial area and anterior cranial base; anatomy and approaches to the posterior cranial fossa and posterior cranial base; and supra- and infratentorial areas  Illustrates surgical approaches using a combination of clearly written text and detailed photographs and illustrations, which highlight the key features of each procedure  Features outstanding cadaveric anatomic photographs that highlight relevant anatomy and anatomical variations    Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone.  Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

The second edition of the esteemed atlas provides an in-depth exploration of craniofacial anatomy, enhanced by images of real cadavers that vividly depict the details of human anatomy. Updated content includes a detailed examination of the intratemporal facial nerve, the extraparotid peripheral branches, and their innervation of the mimetic muscles. Delving into the nuances of the intracranial region, skull anatomy, and the complexities of the upper and lower facial regions, this edition captures every detail with stunning clarity.  Organized by region for comprehensive learning, each dissection reveals an intricate network of nerves and structures with accuracy. Supported by precise clinical explanations, the book offers profound insights into neurosurgical-related pathologies and beyond. From mimetic muscle myectomy and neurectomy to nerve transfer for facial paralysis, readers will find the knowledge within these pages indispensable for performing precise and safe procedures on the face.  Beneficial across various medical specialties including plastic surgery, otolaryngology, neurosurgery, and craniofacial surgery, this atlas is essential for physicians seeking a comprehensive understanding of craniofacial anatomy. Physiotherapists and practitioners of chemodenervation therapy will also discover invaluable insights within this volume.