This book represents the experience and philosophies of a wide section of Indian neurosurgical practice. The topics covered range from the basics of diagnosis to classical management strategies to the controversies that necessarily accompany the management of any difficult to treat condition. This volume brings to the readers a wholesome mixture of the standard practices coupled with an adequate discussion. About the Author A.K.Singh Professor Department of Neurosurgery G.B. Pant Hospital. Sanjiv Sinha Associate Professor Neurosurgery Daljit Singh MS MCh Associate Professor Neurosurgery. Vikas Gupta Senior research associates Neurosurgery. Ashish Goyal Senior research associates Neurosurgery.