A complete resource on state-of-the-art intracranial radiosurgery Written by recognized experts in the fields of neurologic surgery, neurology, physics, and radiation oncology, Intracranial Stereotactic Radiosurgery is a comprehensive reference for current techniques for radiosurgery of the brain. Following introductory chapters on the relevant history, radiobiology, and neuropathology of radiosurgery, the book provides detailed discussion of radiosurgical procedures for various disease entities, including arteriovenous malformations and fistulas, meningiomas, vestibular and nonvestibular schwannomas, movement disorders, epilepsy, ocular disorders, and brain metastases. These chapters address the benefits and limitations of radiosurgical techniques for each indication and describe the outcomes, possible complications and their management, and alternative treatments. Highlights: * Review of all currently available treatment systems * Discussion of frame-based versus frameless techniques * Coverage of single and multisession radiosurgery with descriptions of indications and benefits of each approach * More than 100 high-quality illustrations, many in full color * Perspectives from international experts in the field This authoritative textbook will be invaluable to neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, neuroradiologists, and medical physicists at all levels. It is also a helpful resource for neurologists and other physicians who refer patients for intracranial radiosurgery.

Table of Contents:
Radiobiology of Radiosurgery - This chapter will discuss the radiobiology of 1-5 session radiosurgery of the brain. Neuropathology of Radiosurgery - This chapter will encompass the neuropathological changes observed in the brain following radiosurgery. Radiosurgical Techniques: Frame Based versus Frameless Techniques - This chapter will detail the various units and techniques used for intracranial radiosurgery. The authors will discuss the advantages and disadvantages to frame versus frameless techniques. There will also be a discussion of relevant medical physics issues associated with intracranial radiosurgery. Radiosurgery for Arteriovenous Malformations - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for arteriovenous malformations will be described. Radiosurgery for Cavernous Malformations and Dural Arteriovenous Fistulae - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for cavernous malformations and dural arteriovenous fistulae will be described. Radiosurgery for Meningiomas - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for meningiomas will be described. Radiosurgery for Pituitary Adenomas - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for pituitary adenomas will be described. Radiosurgery for Chordomas and Chondrosarcomas - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for chordomas and chondrosarcomas will be described. Radiosurgery for Glomus Tumors - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for glomus tumors will be described. Radiosurgery for Acoustic Neuromas - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for acoustic neuromas will be described. Radiosurgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for trigeminal neuralgia will be described. Radiosurgery for Movement Disorders - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for Parkinson s disease, essential tremor, etc. will be described. Radiosurgery for Epilepsy - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for epilepsy will be described. Radiosurgery for Ocular Disorders - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for ocular tumors and glaucoma will be described. Radiosurgery for Gliomas - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for high and low grade gliomas will be described. Radiosurgery for Brain Metastases - The techniques, outcomes, complications, and limitations of radiosurgical treatment for brain metastases will be described. Future Trends in Radiosurgery - future trends in radiosurgery will be outlined. The use of radiosensitizers, new imaging modalities, and different energy sources such as focused ultrasound will be discussed.