The development and refinement of neuroendoscopy has been driven by the persistent desire of neurosurgeons to advance the field and offer less invasive, more efficacious options to patients. This remarkable multimedia book reflects the technological advances achieved in the last two decades in fiber optics, cold light, cameras, and endoscopic instrumentation. Written by an impressive Who’s Who of international neurosurgeons, the outstanding text and videos reflect global contributions to neuroendoscopy.Current indications for intracranial and intraventricular endoscopy are described in depth, through detailed chapters, stellar videos, professional animations, and exquisite illustrations. The authors share their clinical expertise on procedures ranging from endoscopic third ventriculostomy to transventricular approach of the fourth ventricle. Cover to cover, this book details the differences, alternatives, advantages, and limitations of the flexible neuroendoscope.This hands-on learning tool will enable neurosurgeons to perform endoscopy of the ventricles and basal cisterns for exploratory purposes and conditions such as hydrocephalus, congenital aqueductal stenosis, tumors, hypothalamic hamartoma, arachnoid cysts, and neurocysticercosis. Additional topics include endoscopic-assisted microvascular decompression and aneurysm surgery, fluorescence, complications, anesthesia, utilization in developing countries, and future trends.Key Features:Comprehensive multimedia reference with online access to 70 superb videos and animationsMore than 300 meticulously drawn illustrationsBeautifully illustrated anatomical chapters that facilitate in-depth understanding of endoscopic anatomyAn entire chapter devoted to flexible neuroendoscopyIndications, preoperative preparation, procedure description, intraoperative complications and their management ("risk and rescue" techniques), expert pearls, postoperative management, and outcomesThis volume is a must-have resource for neurosurgery and neurology residents, neurosurgeons, pediatric neurosurgeons, and all physicians involved in the care of patients with intracranial and intraventricular disease.

<p><strong>I Introduction to Neuroendoscopy</strong><br>1 The Evolution of Neuroendoscopy<br>2 Neuroendoscopic Technology<br>3 Development of a Flexible Neuroendoscope<br><strong>II Endoscopic Intraventricular and Basal Cistern Anatomy</strong><br>4 Lateral and Third Ventricle Anatomy<br>5 Cerebral Aqueduct and Fourth Ventricle Anatomy<br>6 Basal Cisterns Anatomy<br><strong>III Clinical Indications</strong><br>7 Types of Hydrocephalus<br>8 Congenital Hydrocephalus<br>9 Obstructive Hydrocephalus<br>10 Communicating Hydrocephalus<br>11 Multiloculated and Complex Hydrocephalus<br>12 Intraventricular and Paraventricular Tumors<br>13 Colloid Cysts<br>14 Hypothalamic Hamartomas<br>15 Neuroendoscopic Approaches to the Pineal Region<br>16 Intraventricular Hemorrhage<br>17 Arachnoid Cysts and Cystic Collections<br>18 Intraventricular and Subarachnoid Space Neurocysticercosis<br>19 Meningitis and Infectious Hydrocephalus<br>20 Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Malfunction<br><strong>IV Neuroendoscopic Procedures</strong><br>21 Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy<br>22 Aqueductoplasty and Stenting<br>23 Septum Pellucidum Fenestration<br>24 Monro Foraminoplasty<br>25 Endoscopic Shunt Placement<br>26 Lamina Terminalis Fenestration<br>27 Endoscopic Approach to the Fourth Ventricle<br>28 Endoscopic Magendie and Luschka Foraminoplasty<br>29 Neuroendoscopic Considerations in the Pediatric Patient<br><strong>V Endoscope-Assisted Microneurosurgical Procedures</strong><br>30 Principles of Endoscope-Assisted Microneurosurgery<br>31 Endoscopic Exploration and Biopsy of Basal Cisterns<br>32 Endoscope-Assisted and Fully Endoscopic Microvascular Decompression<br>33 Endoscopic-Assisted Resection of Intra-Axial Brain Tumors<br>34 Endoscopic Resection of Extra-Axial Tumors<br>35 Endoscopy in Aneurysm Surgery<br>36 Use of Fluorescence in Neuroendoscopy<br><strong>VI Special Topics in Neuroendoscopy</strong><br>37 Complications in Neuroendoscopy<br>38 Anesthesia in Neuroendoscopy<br>39 Neuroendoscopy in Developing Countries: Mobile Neuroendoscopy Centers<br>40 Future of Neuroendoscopy</p>