14 Epiduroscopic, Histopathologic, and Microbiological Findings Günter Schütze 14.1 Introduction In pain medicine literature, the histologic (fine tissue) analysis of neuraxial tissue samples, taken from the vicinity of the spinal…
8 Clinical Indications and Considerations for Epiduroscopy Sing-Ong Lee and Billy K. Huh 8.1 Introduction Epiduroscopy allows direct visualization of anatomic structure of epidural space ( Fig. 8.1). By combining…
Skull base chordomas deserve an extensive investigation and meticulous evaluation by an experienced radiologist in order to provide the most detailed information that is necessary for an optimal surgery in…
Chordoma, an oddity for years, remains a baffling and defiant tumor. Despite the surge in studies and the advancements of imaging and techniques, chordoma is still plagued by unpredictability and…
Lesions involving the clivus represent a challenge to neurosurgeons due to its depth and close relationship with vital structures. The localization of chordomas at the middle of the skull base…
Chordoma of the spine generally presents with back pain, whereas neurologicsymptoms and other manifestations of mass effect, such as tracheal or esophageal compression, are less frequent. 1 Grossly, chordoma is…
The cranio-orbital–zygomatic (COZ) approach is the most versatile approach that can be used on selective cases of giant extensive chordomas that otherwise might need more than one approach or are…
