Chordomas and Chondrosarcomas of the Skull Base and Spine

Written by a world-class team of multidisciplinary experts, here is the first definitive reference on these two highly challenging tumors occurring in the skull base and spine. Covering everything from their embryology and pathology, clinical presentation and diagnosis, radiologic appearance, surgical treatment, radiation therapy, and prognosis, it is the most comprehensive book ever written on the topic.Special features:All available information on these tumors packed into a single volumeHigh-quality illustrations that make anatomy and surgical approach crystal-clearContributorst include: Albert Rhoton Jr., Harry Van Loveren, Laligam Sekhar, Robert Spetzler, and Chandranath SenIncludes alternative methods of treatment, ranging from surgery to radiation modalities, with recurrence and outcome assessmentFor all specialists who treat tumors of the skull base and spine, including neurosurgeons, otolaryngologistshead and neck surgeons, ophthalmologic surgeons, and orthopedic surgeons.