Description
THIEME Calvarial And Dural Reconstruction by Rengachary , Benzel
Calvarial and Dural Reconstruction provides the practitioner with a synthesis of the existing broad knowledge about calvarial reconstruction -- all in a single volume. The book contains straightforward descriptions of the management of a variety of calvarial and dural defects, both congenital and traumatic.
Calvarial and Dural Reconstruction includes:
A review of the colorful history of calvarial reconstruction
Comprehensive coverage of the newer cranioplasty materials used in calvarial procedures
Illustrations and text describing reconstruction complex procedures, including the frontal sinus fracture, the floor of the anterior cranial fossa, and posttraumatic and post-operative skull defects
In-depth discussion of various forms of synostosis, including indications, risks and complications
(Distributed by Thieme for the American Association of Neurological Surgeons)
Begins with an excellent chapter on the history of calvarial reconstruction.very readable, well-illustrated and well-referenced.a good overview.very useful to all practicing neurosurgeons and residents. --NeurosurgeryIllustrations are excellent.packed with practical informationcan serve very well as an introductory survey of the broad area of head and neck imaging. I recommend this book to residents and general radiologists as an introduction to typical head and neck imaging cases, --RadiologyWell-illustrated work containing quality images of both the 'gee-whiz' cases as well as the more common types of head and neck clinical problemsexcellent qualityrichly illustratedworthwhile review for anyone preparing for the boardsexcellent reference.--Current SurgeryA discussion of the different autologous donor sites and synthetic materials currently available for repair of calvarial and facial defects.a good account of some of the more common techniques used.excellent.merits the inclusion in any department library. --Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgey, and Psychiatry