Adult Craniopharyngiomas: Differences and Lessons from Paediatrics

Jouanneau, Emmanuel; Raverot, Gérald

This volume focuses on adult craniopharyngiomas, offering various perspectives. The first part of the book provides an up-to-date overview of the pathogenesis and management of adult craniopharyngiomas, helping readers understand the pathogenesis and molecular pathways. It highlights the importance of animal models for addressing molecular keys and for developing targeted therapies.

The second part deals with clinical management, detailing the latest results in the era of endoscopic surgery, including the major contribution of the extended nasal endoscopic approaches for suprasellar and retrochiasmatic tumors. The book also discusses the key aspects of these tumors and how to manage them. The last part of the book addresses the future therapies and recurrences after surgery and radiotherapy.

This volume is of interest to neurosurgeons, endocrinologists, paediatricians, radiologists and oncologists.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2021-04-10

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783030411787

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-41176-3

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 231