Aggressive surgical removal is generally considered the main initial management option for most
intracranial gliomas. It often results in resolution or alleviation of neurological symptoms
and signs normalizes intracranial pressure facilitates characterization of the neoplasm
creates optimal conditions for adjuvant therapy and neurorehabilitation and leads to
prolongation of progression-free and overall survival of patients. Leading experts in
neurosurgical oncology have contributed to this volume highlighting modern principles of
surgery for both newly-diagnosed and recurrent intracranial gliomas in adult as well as
pediatric patients. The first of a three-volume set it details epidemiological aspects
defines the importance of preoperative imaging and describes current perioperative adjuvant
needs. In addition contemporary methods of intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring the
value of brain mapping for functional preservation tips to prevent complications and
postoperative results are presented and discussed. This book and its accompanying volumes are
mainly directed at neurosurgeons neuro-oncologists and other clinicians treating patients with
brain tumors.
