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This resource is for neurosurgeons, otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, and craniofacial surgeons seeking practical understanding of the endoscopic endonasal approach (EEA) to the skull base. The first three chapters offer historical perspectives, discussion of advantages and transitioning from the microscope to the endoscope, and principles. Following is coverage of pituituary tumors, olfactory groove meningiomas, esthesioneuroblastoma, clival lesions, and anterior skull base defects reconstruction, among other topics. The final chapter discusses the learning curve for endonasal surgery of the cranial base and a systematic approach to training. The two editors are neurosurgeons affiliated as follows: Armin B. Kassam (Ottawa Hospital, Canada) and Paul A. Gardner (U. of Pittsburgh School of Medicine). Annotation c2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
