The definitive guide on chordomas by an international Who's Who of experts A rare form of
cancer chordomas are among the most difficult tumors to treat requiring highly specialized
training and surgical expertise. Although generally slow-growing chordomas present resection
challenges due to their proximity to critical structures including the spinal cord brainstem
nerves and arteries. Written by an impressive cadre of internationally-renowned experts this
textbook is the most current concise and definitive resource on diagnosis and management of
this complex pathology. Acclaimed surgeons from Brazil Canada Japan Turkey the USA and the
UK are contributors. The book starts with a historical overview epidemiology molecular
pathogenesis cytogenetics local invasion and metastasis and pathology. A thorough discussion
covers diagnostic radiological and radionuclide imaging such as MRI PET SPECT PET-CT and
PET-MRI and clinical traits of skull base and spinal chordomas as defined by imaging
modalities. Subsequent chapters explore decision making including selecting the most optimal
techniques surgical procedures specialized topics and new horizons in chordoma treatment.
Key Highlights - Anterior and anterolateral approaches to the clivus - The use of endoscopy and
intraoperative assistive technologies - Midline subfrontal middle fossa extended petrosal
and transcondylar approaches - Craniospinal fusion techniques following resection - Surgery for
spinal chordomas from the cervical to the sacral region - Special topics such as radiation
proton beam therapy Gamma-Knife radiosurgery and pediatric chordomas and chondrosarcomas This
is an essential text for neurosurgeons orthopedic spine surgeons otolaryngologists and
radiation oncologists. Read and learn from innovators who have mastered the latest
state-of-the-art treatment methodologies for chordomas.
