Temporal Bone A Surgeon's Vision

The temporal bones are situated at the sides and base of the skull and support the temples. The relationship of the temporal bone structures is very complex and can be difficult for otologic surgeons to master.

Beginning with an introduction to surface anatomy and instruments used in temporal bone surgery, this concise guide describes common operations with emphasis on procedures, anatomy and surgical objectives.

The book includes more than 180 full colour digital photographs depicting every step of dissection, each with a detailed explanation and clear illustrations. Practical ‘points to remember’ assist trainees with learning and a DVD presenting different procedures is also included.

Key points

• Concise guide to common procedures in temporal bone surgery
• More than 180 full colour digital photographs with explanations
• Useful ‘point to remember’ sections
• Includes DVD of different surgical procedures

1. Surface Anatomy
2. Instruments
3. Cortical Mastoidectomy
4. Atticotomy
5. Facial Recess Approach (Posterior Tympanotomy)
6. Extended Facial Recess Approach
7. Approach to Endolymphatic Sac
8. Facial Nerve
9. Labyrinthectomy
10. Translabyrinthine Exposure of the Internal Auditory Canal
11. Inside-out Mastoidectomy
12. Mastoid Tip Excision

DVD Contents

1. Cortical Mastoidectomy
2. Posterior Tympanotomy
3. Extended Posterior Tympanotomy
4. Atticotomy
5. Endolymphatic Sac Decompression
6. Labyrinthectomy
7. Approach to Internal Auditory Canal
8. Exposure of Internal Auditory Canal
9. Canal Wall Down Mastoidectomy
10. Mastoid Tip Excision

Rahul Agrawal DLO DNB
Agrawal Hospital and Research Institute, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India