Skull base anatomy is extremely complex with vital neurovascular structures passing through
multiple channels and foramina. Brain tumors such as pituitary tumors acoustic neuromas and
meningiomas are challenging to treat due to their close proximity to cranial nerves and blood
vessels in the brain neck and spinal cord. Medical imaging is an essential tool for
identifying lesions and critical adjacent structures. Detecting and precisely mapping out the
extent of disease is imperative for appropriate and optimal treatment planning and ultimately
patient outcome. Eugene Yu and Reza Forghani have produced an exceptional imaging-focused
guide on various neoplastic diseases affecting the skull base with contributions from a Who's
Who of prominent radiologists head and neck surgeons neurosurgeons and radiation
oncologists. The content is presented in a clear and concise fashion with chapters organized
anatomically. From the Anterior Cranial Fossa Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Sinuses - to the
Petroclival and Lateral Skull Base an overview and detailed analysis is provided for each
region. Key Highlights - Fundamentals of skull base imaging including recent developments in
diagnostic modalities - More than 400 radiographs color anatomical drawings and color
intraoperative photos elucidate the imaging appearances of a wide spectrum of disease affecting
the skull base as well as important anatomic variants and pathways of disease spread -
Clinically oriented imaging approach focuses on diagnostic and prognostic features important in
the evaluation of skull base abnormalities - Atlas of skull base CT and MRI anatomy provides an
easy to access quick reference for identifying important anatomic landmarks - Insights on the
pathways of tumor growth and the role of clinical imaging in the management of skull base
cancers - Critical and contrasting viewpoints from multidisciplinary experts provide a
well-rounded perspective This invaluable resource chronicles current knowledge in
state-of-the-art skull base tumor imaging with clinical pearls on pathophysiology prognosis
and treatment options. It is a must-have for radiology neurosurgery and otolaryngology
residents and clinicians who care for patients with head and neck neoplasms.
