Nothing is more striking in neurovascular anatomy than the intricate branching and configuration of the brain´s vessels. Understanding the vasculature variations and complexities is challenging, but is absolutely essential to treating cerebrovascular disease, for both open cranial and neuroendovascular approaches.
Four master neurosurgeons bring a wealth of collective neurosurgical and neuroendovascular experience to this remarkable reference book, which melds a detailed anatomical atlas with clinical applications. The authors provide case reviews and pearls that demonstrate how anatomy impacts clinical practice decisions for aneurysm, stroke, and skull-base disease.
Highlights- Comprehensive variations of the vasculature at the Circle of Willis, cortical branches, and secondary arteries
- Range and average measurements of the most critical vessels
- Hundreds of color photographs elucidate precise anatomical cadaver dissections
- Exquisite illustrations by Paul H. Dressel
This richly illustrated, comprehensive anatomical resource is a must have for neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, and neurologists. Whether you are a practicing clinician or resident, reading this book will greatly expand your vision and sharpen your perception.
Contentspreface
Introduction
- Basic Anatomy
- External Carotid Artery
- Internal Carotid Artery
- Carotid-Ophthalmic Triangle
- Posterior Communicating Artery and Anterior Choroidal Artery
- Middle Cerebral Artery
- Anterior Cerebral and Anterior Communicating Arteries
- Basilar Bifucation and Posterior Cerebral Arteries
- Vertebral and Basilar Arteries
- Venous Anatomy
Appendix 1 Diameter of Vessels
Appendix 2 LAboratory Drawing: Middle Cerebral Artery
Index
