Controversies in Neuroendoscopy

**__A unique perspective on neuroendoscopic versus microsurgical techniques from world-renowned neurosurgeons__** In the last two decades, neuroendoscopy has evolved from a fringe neurosurgical tool to an established subspecialty focusing on the treatment of diverse cranial and spinal diseases. Today, neuroendoscopic technology is widely used to treat supratentorial diseases, skull base pathologies, craniocervical diseases, and spinal pathologies. Despite the expanded use of neuroendoscopy across several subspecialties, its benefits and disadvantages versus those of traditional microsurgical methods remain highly controversial. Contradictory evidence in the neurosurgical literature adds to the surgical decision-making challenges for veteran and novice practitioners alike. Controversies in Neuroendoscopy by Peter Nakaji and Hasan Zaidi fills an unmet need for a book encompassing best practices, patient selection, and limitations and advantages of neuroendoscopic surgical approaches. Each case presents firsthand knowledge of internationally esteemed neurosurgeons, with a moderator, an endoscopic expert, and an expert in traditional microsurgical approaches. The unique discussion of neuroendoscopy versus microsurgery enables readers to compare the benefits and pitfalls of endoscopic and open microsurgical procedures for a wide range of conditions. * In-depth comparative guidance on applications of the flexible endoscope, rigid endoscope, 3D endoscope, and high-definition 2D endoscope versus the microscope * A full spectrum of neurological conditions across the age continuum with comparative approaches for skull base surgery, pituitary surgery, hydrocephalus, spinal surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, and arachnoid cyst fenestration * Radiological imaging and intraoperative photographs enhance cases and provide precise, insightful technical guidance * High-quality color illustrations from the skilled medical illustrators at Barrow Neurological Institute reinforce key points and surgical techniques Neurosurgery residents, neurosurgeons, and spine surgeons will all benefit from reading this remarkable book cover to cover, and they will no doubt use it as a go-to resource for specific cases. This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com. Controversies in Neuroendoscopy Title Page Copyright Dedication Contents Foreword Preface Acknowledgments Contributors I History and Evolution of Neuroendoscopy 1. History and Evolution of Neuroendoscopy II Skull Base Surgery 2. Microscopic versus Endoscopic Nasal Morbidity and Quality of Life after Skull Base Surgery A. Pituitary Tumor Surgery 3. Pituitary Tumor Surgery: Endoscope versus Microscope—Moderator 4. Pituitary Tumor Surgery: Endoscope versus Microscope—Microscope 5. Pituitary Tumor Surgery: Endoscope versus Microscope—Endoscope 6. Endoscopic Approach to the Infratemporal Fossa B. Anterior Skull Base Tumors 7. Anterior Skull Base Tumors—Microscope 8. Anterior Skull Base Tumors—Endoscope C. Craniovertebral Junction 9. Endoscopic versus Microscopic Approach to the Craniovertebral Junction—Microscope 10. Craniovertebral Junction—Endoscope III Paraventricular Lesions 11. Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy versus Ventriculoperitoneal Shunting D. Management of Colloid Cysts 12. Management of Colloid Cysts: Moderator 13. Management of Colloid Cysts: Microscope 14. Management of Colloid Cysts: Endoscope 15. Intracranial Arachnoid Cyst Fenestration versus Shunting 16. Endoscopic Aqueductal Stenting IV Neurovascular E. Decompression of Cranial Nerves 17. Decompression of Cranial Nerves: Microscope 18. Decompression of Cranial Nerves: Endoscope F. Clipping of Cerebral Aneurysms 19. Clipping of Cerebral Aneurysms: Moderator 20. Clipping of Cerebral Aneurysms: Microscope and Endoscope G. Evacuation of Intraparenchymal Hemorrhage 21. Evacuation of Intraparenchymal Hemorrhage: Moderator 22. Evacuation of Intraparenchymal Hemorrhage: Microscope 23. Evacuation of Intraparenchymal Hemorrhage: Endoscope H. Approaches to Brainstem Cavernous Malformations 24. Approaches to Brainstem Cavernous Malformations: Microscope 25. Approaches to Brainstem Cavernous Malformations: Endoscope V Tumors 26. Open versus Endoscopic Supracerebellar Infratentorial Approaches I. Intraparenchymal Brain Tumors 27. Intraparenchymal Brain Tumors: Moderator 28. Intraparenchymal Brain Tumors: Microscope versus Endoscope VI Pediatrics 29. Surgical Management of Hypothalamic Hamartomas J. Craniosynostosis Surgery 30. Craniosynostosis Surgery: Moderator 31. Craniosynostosis Surgery: Microscope and Endoscope VII Spine and Peripheral Nerves K. Cervical Diskectomy/Foraminotomy 32. Cervical Diskectomy/Foraminotomy: Moderator 33. Cervical Diskectomy/Foraminotomy: Microscope 34. Cervical Diskectomy/Foraminotomy: Endoscope L. Thoracic Diskectomy 35. Thoracic Diskectomy: Moderator 36. Thoracic Diskectomy: Microscope and Endoscopic 37. Spinal Lumbar Diskectomy: Open versus Endoscopic M. Endoscopic versus Open Carpal Tunnel Release 38. Endoscopic versus Open Carpal Tunnel Release: Moderator 39. Endoscopic versus Open Carpal Tunnel Release: Endoscope VIII Technology 40. 3D Endoscope versus High-Definition 2D Endoscope 41. Flexible versus Rigid Neuroendoscopy 42. Endoscopic Port Surgery: Advantages and Disadvantages 43. Future of Neuroendoscopy Index

A unique perspective on neuroendoscopic versus microsurgical techniques from world-renowned neurosurgeons

In the last two decades, neuroendoscopy has evolved from a fringe neurosurgical tool to an established subspecialty focusing on the treatment of diverse cranial and spinal diseases. Today, neuroendoscopic technology is widely used to treat supratentorial diseases, skull base pathologies, craniocervical diseases, and spinal pathologies. Despite the expanded use of neuroendoscopy across several subspecialties, its benefits and disadvantages versus those of traditional microsurgical methods remain highly controversial. Contradictory evidence in the neurosurgical literature adds to the surgical decision-making challenges for veteran and novice practitioners alike.

Controversies in Neuroendoscopy by Peter Nakaji and Hasan Zaidi fills an unmet need for a book encompassing best practices, patient selection, and limitations and advantages of neuroendoscopic surgical approaches. Each case presents firsthand knowledge of internationally esteemed neurosurgeons, with a moderator, an endoscopic expert, and an expert in traditional microsurgical approaches. The unique discussion of neuroendoscopy versus microsurgery enables readers to compare the benefits and pitfalls of endoscopic and open microsurgical procedures for a wide range of conditions.

• In-depth comparative guidance on applications of the flexible endoscope, rigid endoscope, 3D endoscope, and high-definition 2D endoscope versus the microscope
• A full spectrum of neurological conditions across the age continuum with comparative approaches for skull base surgery, pituitary surgery, hydrocephalus, spinal surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, and arachnoid cyst fenestration
• Radiological imaging and intraoperative photographs enhance cases and provide precise, insightful technical guidance
• High-quality color illustrations from the skilled medical illustrators at Barrow Neurological Institute reinforce key points and surgical techniques

Neurosurgery residents, neurosurgeons, and spine surgeons will all benefit from reading this remarkable book cover to cover, and they will no doubt use it as a go-to resource for specific cases.

This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com.

"A unique perspective on neuroendoscopic versus microsurgical techniques from world-renowned neurosurgeons. In the last two decades, neuroendoscopy has evolved from a fringe neurosurgical tool to an established subspecialty focusing on the treatment of diverse cranial and spinal diseases. Today, neuroendoscopic technology is widely used to treat supratentorial diseases, skull base pathologies, craniocervical diseases, and spinal pathologies. Despite the expanded use of neuroendoscopy across several subspecialties, its benefits and disadvantages versus those of traditional microsurgical methods remain highly controversial. Contradictory evidence in the neurosurgical literature adds to the surgical decision-making challenges for veteran and novice practitioners alike. Controversies in Neuroendoscopy by Peter Nakaji and Hasan Zaidi fills an unmet need for a book encompassing best practices, patient selection, and limitations and advantages of neuroendoscopic surgical approaches. Each case presents firsthand knowledge of internationally esteemed neurosurgeons, with a moderator, an endoscopic expert, and an expert in traditional microsurgical approaches. The unique discussion of neuroendoscopy versus microsurgery enables readers to compare the benefits and pitfalls of endoscopic and open microsurgical procedures for a wide range of conditions. In-depth comparative guidance on applications of the flexible endoscope, rigid endoscope, 3D endoscope, and high-definition 2D endoscope versus the microscope. A full spectrum of neurological conditions across the age continuum with comparative approaches for skull base surgery, pituitary surgery, hydrocephalus, spinal surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, and arachnoid cyst fenestration. Radiological imaging and intraoperative photographs enhance cases and provide precise, insightful technical guidance. High-quality color illustrations from the skilled medical illustrators at Barrow Neurological Institute reinforce key points and surgical techniques. Neurosurgery residents, neurosurgeons, and spine surgeons will all benefit from reading this remarkable book cover to cover, and they will no doubt use it as a go-to resource for specific cases."--Provided by publisher