{"id":"7a332bae-59b1-4aea-a4e2-46255faa40a2","slug":"intracranial-stereotactic-radiosurgery-editors-ld-lunsford-and-j-sheehan","title":"Intracranial stereotactic radiosurgery (Editors: LD Lunsford and J Sheehan)","authors":["Tom Flannery"],"abstract":"Background: The second edition of 'Intracranial Stereotactic Radiosurgery' is edited by Dade Lunsford and Jason Sheehan, published by Thieme Medical Publishers in 2016. This comprehensive text covers all aspects of cranial radiosurgery, including various technologies and indications for treatment. Summary: The book serves as a valuable resource for neurosurgeons, oncologists, physicists, and allied health professionals involved in intracranial radiosurgery. It addresses common and uncommon indications, historical evolution, and fundamental principles of radiobiology and physics relevant to the field. Conclusion: This reference textbook is essential for clinically practicing radiosurgeons and oncologists, providing crucial information on current indications, outcomes, and complications. Its comprehensive nature and plentiful illustrations make it a significant addition to any departmental library. Keywords: radiosurgery, neurosurgery, oncology, radiobiology, treatment outcomes, medical reference, clinical practice","thumbnailUrl":null,"publishDate":"2017-06-21T00:00:00.000Z","doi":"10.4103/sni.sni_238_16","categories":["Stereotactic","Book Review"],"fullTextUrl":"http://surgicalneurologyint.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/8451/SNI-8-127.pdf"}