The author describes in his unique style the anatomical variants of the
brain and skull. This atlas is a continuation of his last work on
"Neuronavigation and Neuroanatomy". Most anatomical reference volumes
show a large number of common and rare variations. This atlas
concentrates on well known and little known variants which are
especially important for the clinicians, in particular the neurosurgeons
and the radiologists. The variants have been grouped after areas of
trepanation. The author presents also a number of so far unknown
variants gathered from his personal theoretical and clinical experience
of 50 years. Exact knowledge of anatomical variations which the surgeon
may encounter helps to plan operations and to avoid unexpected
complications. Variants of no clinical relevance, even rather common
ones, have not been included.