How I do it

A key aim of Acta Neurochirurgica is education, which is especially tailored to the needs of the neurosurgical community. In this issue we introduce a new series entitled, “How I do it”. It is intended to provide the reader with an overview of the main steps in undertaking a particular neurosurgical procedure. It is hoped that this series will be of particular interest to neurosurgeons in training. The first publication is by Pierre-Hugues Roche and colleagues on epidural anterior petrosectomy. This type of article includes a text introducing the background to the procedure, an overview of the surgical anatomy and a description of the surgical technique. The narrative on the surgical technique also includes figures, indications, limitations and tips on how to avoid complications. A brief accompanying video then illustrates the surgical technique. All neurosurgeons are invited to contribute articles to this series and share their expertise of a particular technique. We hope that this will contribute to the educational value of Acta Neurochirurgica. Pierre-Hugues Roche is the Associate Editor of this particular section. Manuscripts and videos should be submitted online in accordance with the instructions to authors. We are very much looking forward to facilitating the sharing of technical skills with the neurosurgical community.