Surgery of the Cranial Nerves of the Posterior Fossa is a comprehensive book which covers the anatomy, diagnosis, clinical and laboratory research, surgical management and theories of disorders of the cranial nerves of the posterior fossa. It focuses on refining surgical problem-solving skills and discusses the technical challenges encountered when treating this dense anatomic arena.
The author also presents opposing views in an effort to offer a full range of theory and approach. Surgery of the Cranial Nerves of the Posterior...
Surgery of the Cranial Nerves of the Posterior Fossa is a comprehensive book which covers the anatomy, diagnosis, clinical ...
The neurosurgical treatment of metastatic tumors involving the central nervous system is being transformed by recent advances in interactive image-guided technologies and cell-specific targeted biotherapeutics. Advanced Techniques in Central Nervous System Metastases presents the research and developments being incorporated into clinical practice. Advanced Techniques in Central Nervous System Metastases covers: -The current treatment of brain metastases -Metastases of primary CNS tumors -Craniotomy for single and multiple cerebral metastases -CNS involvement by systemic malignancy in children...
The neurosurgical treatment of metastatic tumors involving the central nervous system is being transformed by recent advances in interactive image-gui...
Benign Cerebral Glioma - Volume I is a valuable text which looks at the rapidly expanding, multidisciplinary body of knowledge about the development, molecular biology, molecular genetic and pathology of human cerebral gliomas. Liberally illustrated, Benign Cerebral Gliomas-Volume 1 is written and edited by recognized experts in the field. Some of the topics included in Volume I include: -The developmental biology of glial cells and its relation to the study of glioma biology -The pathology of benign cerebral astrocytomas, oligodendrogliomas, benigh ependymomas and ganglion cell tumors...
Benign Cerebral Glioma - Volume I is a valuable text which looks at the rapidly expanding, multidisciplinary body of knowledge about the development, ...
In one book, the practitioner can obtain a synthesis of the existing broad knowledge about calvarial reconstruction. Straightforward description of the management of a variety of calvarial and dural defects, both congenital and traumatic are contained in Calvarial and Dural Reconstruction. Calvarial and Dural Reconstruction also includes a review of the colorful history of calvarial reconstruction, comprehensive coverage of the newer cranioplasty materials used in calvarial procedures, and illustrations and text describing reconstruction for such complex procedures as frontal sinus fracture,...
In one book, the practitioner can obtain a synthesis of the existing broad knowledge about calvarial reconstruction. Straightforward description of th...
Complications and Sequelae of Head Injury offers a complete overview of the intermediate and long-range complications, including vascular, infectious, metabolic, and psychological sequelae that affect both the adult and pediatric head-injured population. Included in Complication & Sequelae of Head Injury are chapters covering: -Cerebrospinal fluid fistulas and pneumocephalus -Traumatic carotid-cavernous sinus fistulas -Vascular complications of head trauma -Delayed traumatic intracerebral hematoms and coagulopathies -Infectious complications of head injury -Facial fractures in patients with...
Complications and Sequelae of Head Injury offers a complete overview of the intermediate and long-range complications, including vascular, infectious,...
This second edition updates and expands on the original best-seller, Contemporary Management of Spinal Cord Injuries, with completely new chapters on applied biomechanics, pediatric spinal cord injury, patient selection and timing of the surgery, NASCIS 3 and other spinal cord injury drug trials. In addition, the text reviews the management of spinal cord injured patients with sports injuries from epidemiology to return to play, and the nutritional assessment and management of spina cord-injured patients. Contemporary Management of Spinal Cord Injuries -- 2nd Edition provides significant...
This second edition updates and expands on the original best-seller, Contemporary Management of Spinal Cord Injuries, with completely new chapters on ...
Current Management of Cerebral Aneurysms reviews the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and the medical and surgical management of cerebral aneurysms by discussing the clinical and radiological diagnosis, perioperative management of ruptured aneurysms. Topics covered in Current Management of Cerebral Aneurysms include: -The epidemiology, genetics, and clinical behavior of intracranial aneurysms -Imaging of cerebral aneurysms -Perioperative management of ruptured aneurysms -Anesthetic management -Surgical treatment of anterior circulation aneurysms -Detection, prevention and management of...
Current Management of Cerebral Aneurysms reviews the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and the medical and surgical management of cerebral aneur...
The surgical treatment of neurological disorders has always demanded the utmost of its practitioners and their instruments. Refinements in surgical instrumentation and computerized navigational systems have made possible minimally invasive surgeries which use vascular channels to access neurological structures. Endovascular Neurological Intervention discusses the wide scope of endovascular neurological surgery. Divided into two sections, fundamentals and clinical applications, Endovascular Neurological Intervention discusses: -The principles of neuroendovascular intervention -Angiography...
The surgical treatment of neurological disorders has always demanded the utmost of its practitioners and their instruments. Refinements in surgical in...
Interactive Image Guided Neurosurgery is a comprehensive book which studies the impact of computerized image processing and three-dimensional special localizers on the accurate localization of intracranial pathology. Topics covered in Interactive Image Guided Neurosurgery include: -Stereotactic frame systems and intraoperative localization devices -Image registration based on discrete anatomic structures -Image-based frameless stereotactic radiosurgery -The role of computers and medical imaging in stereotactic neurosurgery -The Neuronavigator: A potentiometer-based localization arm system...
Interactive Image Guided Neurosurgery is a comprehensive book which studies the impact of computerized image processing and three-dimensional special ...
In one book, the practitioner can obtain a solid foundation in the field of endoscopy as practiced by neurosurgeons. Included is a review of the physics and instrumentation of neuroendoscopic systems, comprehensive coverage of the anatomy upon which neuroendoscopic procedures are performed, and illustrations and text describing how endoscopic surgery can be used as an alternative to traditional surgery for such complex procedures as hematoma evacuation, abscess, and third ventriculocisternostomies. Avoiding and managing frequently encountered complications are thoroughly discussed....
In one book, the practitioner can obtain a solid foundation in the field of endoscopy as practiced by neurosurgeons. Included is a review of the physi...
