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Principles of Molecular Neurosurgery

Author : Andrew Freese
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
ISBN 13 : 3805577842
Total Pages : 675 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (55 download)

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Download or read book Principles of Molecular Neurosurgery written by Andrew Freese and published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 675 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The future of neurosurgery will be characterized by less invasive, molecular technologies that promise to revolutionize the field of neurosurgery and impact the treatment of additional neurological disorders, including neurometabolic diseases, stroke, dementias, affective and psychiatric diseases, movement disorders, epilepsy, and others. This book encompasses developing an understanding of the principles underlying the advent of novel molecular approaches to neurological and neurosurgical diseases. It Identifies key principles that will allow dramatic improvement in the treatment and outcomes of patients suffering from a varity of disorders affecting the central nervous system and spinal axis. This volume gives neurosurgeons an excellent understanding of the development of novel molecular and cellular technologies that will markedly change the way neurosurgery is practiced in the near future. It is also of special interest to neurologists, psychiatrists, physiatrists, spinal orthopaedic surgeons, neurobiologists and gene therapy research scientists.

Neurology and Neurosurgery

Author : Frank P. Smith
Publisher : University Rochester Press
ISBN 13 : 9781580460842
Total Pages : 562 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (68 download)

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Download or read book Neurology and Neurosurgery written by Frank P. Smith and published by University Rochester Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 562 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An overview of practice and theory in both neural specialties, encouraging a broader therapeutic approach to problems such as movement disorders and intractable pain. The concept of this book is to merge neurological and neurosurgical principles and practice, for improved patient care. This includes a review of the basic neurosciences, especially neurogenetics. Details of the neurological examination and neurodiagnostic studies are oriented to specific clinical factors. Attention is directed to advances in molecular biology in the current research in metabolic disorders affecting the neurological system. There is a comprehensive approach to demyelinating diseases and dementia, as well as practical aspects in the diagnosis and management of neurological disorders caused by trauma, vascular lesions, neoplasms and infection. The goal is to share the expertise of both neural specialties in therapy of problems such as movement disorders and intractable pain. A general need for the above has become apparent, in an era of an aging population and increased incidence of neurological disorders. Frank P. Smith, MD, is Professor of Neurosurgery Emeritus, University of Rochester Medical Center

Principles of Neuro-Oncology

Author : Alejandro Monroy-Sosa
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030548791
Total Pages : 982 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book Principles of Neuro-Oncology written by Alejandro Monroy-Sosa and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-12-23 with total page 982 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a comprehensive overview of the management of brain and skull base tumors. It features detailed insight into the intrinsic molecular biology, anatomical foundation, radiological planning, surgical execution, and the novel therapeutics that guide today’s treatment regimens. The first section features concepts related to the epidemiology and pathological basis of disease processes, including relevant cellular and molecular biology. In the second section, integral anatomical foundations and principles are covered including microsurgical anatomy of the cerebrum, white matter tracts, ventricles, brainstem, skull base, advancements in radiological imaging, and cognitive examinations. Surgical approaches and how to execute these procedures are then subsequently discussed in the third part of the work. Principles of Neuro-Oncology: Brain & Skull Base is a practically applicable guide to the latest treatment techniques available to treat these patients. Therefore, it is an indispensable resource for all physicians who utilize these methodologies in their day-to-day practice.

Tumor Neurosurgery

Author : Anne J. Moore
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1846282942
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (462 download)

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Download or read book Tumor Neurosurgery written by Anne J. Moore and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-05-28 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tumor Neurosurgery provides information on the basic knowledge and clinical management required for optimal care of neurooncology patients. Providing an up-to-date synopsis of the field of tumor neurosurgery, the book covers the most common sites and tumor pathologies encountered by neurosurgeons. The chapters are organized under broad topics, including investigative studies, perioperative care and the role of newer techniques. The clinical management of CNS tumors in adults and children is described, including spinal tumors, both intradural and extradural. This book provides coverage of relevant topics in the field of tumor neurosurgery, for residents and registrars in training, and for recent graduates of training programs.

Principles of Neurological Surgery E-Book

Author : Richard G. Ellenbogen
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 1455727679
Total Pages : 997 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (557 download)

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Book Synopsis Principles of Neurological Surgery E-Book by : Richard G. Ellenbogen

Download or read book Principles of Neurological Surgery E-Book written by Richard G. Ellenbogen and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2012-03-13 with total page 997 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Principles of Neurosurgery, by Drs. Richard G. Ellenbogen, Saleem I. Abdulrauf and Laligam N Sekhar, provides a broad overview of neurosurgery ideal for anyone considering or training in this specialty. From general principles to specific techniques, it equips you with the perspectives and skills you need to succeed. Comprehensive without being encyclopedic, this new edition familiarizes you with the latest advances in the field—neuroimaging, the medical and surgical treatment of epilepsy, minimally invasive techniques, and new techniques in position and incisions—and shows you how to perform key procedures via an online library of surgical videos at www.expertconsult.com. No other source does such an effective job of preparing you for this challenging field! Get comprehensive coverage of neurosurgery, including pre- and post- operative patient care, neuroradiology, pediatric neurosurgery, neurovascular surgery, trauma surgery, spine surgery, oncology, pituitary adenomas, cranial base neurosurgery, image-guided neurosurgery, treatment of pain, epilepsy surgery, and much more. Gain a clear visual understanding from over 1,200 outstanding illustrations—half in full color—including many superb clinical and operative photographs, surgical line drawings, and at-a-glance tables. Apply best practices in neuroimaging techniques, minimally invasive surgery, epilepsy surgery, and pediatric neurosurgery. Master key procedures by watching experts perform them in a video library online at www.expertconsult.com, where you can also access the fully searchable text, an image gallery, and links to PubMed. Keep up with recent advances in neurosurgery with fully revised content covering neuroimaging, the medical and surgical treatment of epilepsy, minimally invasive techniques, new techniques in position and incisions, deep brain stimulation, cerebral revascularization, and treatment strategies for traumatic brain injury in soldiers. Apply the latest guidance from new chapters on Cerebral Revascularization, Principles of Modern Neuroimaging, Principles of Operative Positioning, Pediatric Stroke and Moya-Moya, Anomalies of Craniovertebral Junction, and Degenerative Spine Disease. Tap into truly global perspectives with an international team of contributors led by Drs. Richard G. Ellenbogen and Saleem I. Abdulrauf. Find information quickly and easily thanks to a full-color layout and numerous detailed illustrations.

Principles of Neurological Surgery E-Book

Author : Richard G. Ellenbogen
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323461271
Total Pages : 848 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (234 download)

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Book Synopsis Principles of Neurological Surgery E-Book by : Richard G. Ellenbogen

Download or read book Principles of Neurological Surgery E-Book written by Richard G. Ellenbogen and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2017-12-13 with total page 848 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfect for anyone considering or training in this challenging specialty, Principles of Neurological Surgery, 4th Edition, by Drs. Richard G. Ellenbogen, Laligam N. Sekhar, and Neil Kitchen, provides a clear, superbly illustrated introduction to all aspects of neurosurgery–from general principles to specific techniques. Thorough updates from leading authors ensure that you’ll stay abreast of the latest advances in every area of neurosurgery, including pre- and post-operative patient care, neuroradiology, pediatric neurosurgery, neurovascular surgery, trauma surgery, spine surgery, oncology, pituitary adenomas, cranial base neurosurgery, image-guided neurosurgery, treatment of pain, epilepsy surgery, and much more.

Principles & Practice of Neuro-Oncology

Author :
Publisher : Demos Medical Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1617050148
Total Pages : 967 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (17 download)

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Download or read book Principles & Practice of Neuro-Oncology written by and published by Demos Medical Publishing. This book was released on 2010-10-21 with total page 967 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Neuro-oncologic (brain and spine) cancers account for 19,000 new cases and 13,000 deaths per year. The early and proper diagnosis of these virulent cancers is critical to patient outcomes and diagnosis and treatment strategies are continually evolving. The multidisciplinary team that manages these patients involves medical and radiation oncology, neurosurgery, neuroimaging, nurses and therapists. Principles and Practices of Neuro-Oncology establishes a new gold standard in care through a comprehensive, multidisciplinary text covering all aspects of neuro-oncology. Six major sections cover all topics related to epidemiology and etiology, molecular biology, clinical features and supportive care, imaging, neuroanatomy and neurosurgery, medical oncology and targeted therapies, and radiation oncology for adult and pediatric cancers. Expert contributors from multiple disciplines provide detailed and in-depth discussions of the entire field of neuro-oncology including histopathologic harmonization, neurosurgical techniques, quality of life and cognitive functions, and therapeutic changes in terms of combined modality treatments, advanced radiation techniques, the advent of new drugs, especially targeted agents, and the tantalizing early promise of personalized therapeutic approaches. With contributions from over 180 authors, numerous diagrams, illustrations and tables, and a 48 page color section, Principles and Practice of Neuro-Oncology reflects the breadth and depth of this multi-faceted specialty.

The Molecular Biology of Neurological Disease

Author : Roger N. Rosenberg
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
ISBN 13 : 148316330X
Total Pages : 277 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (831 download)

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Download or read book The Molecular Biology of Neurological Disease written by Roger N. Rosenberg and published by Butterworth-Heinemann. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Molecular Biology of Neurological Disease reviews advances that have been made in understanding the molecular mechanisms of neurological disorders as well as immediate and future applications of molecular biological techniques to clinical practice. This book explores the molecular genetics of neurological disease such as muscular dystrophy, Joseph disease, and Huntington's disease, along with the mitochondrial genes implicated in such conditions. This text is comprised of 18 chapters and begins by introducing the reader to the basic principles and methods of molecular genetic techniques used in the diagnosis of neurological disease. Attention then turns to several aspects of genetic expression in the brain, including the extent to which the genome is expressed in the brain. The next chapter focuses on the visualization of polyadenylated messenger RNAs in individual cells in mammalian brain using in situ hybridization techniques, combined with immunohistochemical localization of specific proteins and neuropeptides implicated in diseases such as Alzheimer dementia. This book also discusses the molecular biology of chemical synaptic neurotransmission; proteins involved in the regulation of nervous system development; and gene expression in skeletal muscle. This text then concludes with a summary of the ""neurological gene map"" as it stands in the latter part of 1987. This book is intended for physicians who grapple with the problems of neurological disorders on a daily basis, including neurologists, neurologists in training, and those in related fields such as neurosurgery, internal medicine, psychiatry, and rehabilitation medicine.

Principles of Neuro-Oncology

Author : David Schiff
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Professional
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 808 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Principles of Neuro-Oncology written by David Schiff and published by McGraw-Hill Professional. This book was released on 2005-06-23 with total page 808 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides comprehensive coverage of diagnosis and treatment of all and metastic tumors of the nervous system. Offering streamlined access to sophisticated imaging studies that aid in diagnosis, and to management guidelines for treatment, the text assists those physicians who care for the growing numnbers of patients with nervous system malignancies.

Neurosurgery

Author : Anne J. Moore
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1846280516
Total Pages : 678 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (462 download)

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Download or read book Neurosurgery written by Anne J. Moore and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-04-22 with total page 678 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides coverage of a broad range of topics in the ?eld of neurosurgery, 5 for residents and registrars in training and for recent graduates of training programs. 6 As neurosurgical training incorporates expertise from centers worldwide, there is a 7 need to have input from specialists in neurosurgery from various countries. This text 8 is a compilation by expert authors in the USA and the UK to provide information on 9 the basic knowledge and clinical management required for optimal care of neuro- 2011 surgical patients. 1 The text is an up-to-date synopsis of the ?eld of neurosurgery from American and 2 British perspectives, which covers the most common clinical conditions encountered 3 by neurosurgeons. The chapters are organized under broad topics, including inves- 4 tigative studies, perioperative care, the role of newer techniques and the management 5 of tumors, vascular and traumatic lesions. Additional topics are then covered, includ- 6 ing pediatrics, spine and peripheral nerve lesions, as well as functional neurosurgery 7 and infections. We anticipate that trainees will ?nd this information useful for certi?- 8 cation examinations and recent graduates of neurosurgical training programs can 9 utilize this text as an update of the most important neurosurgical topics.

Principles of Neurosurgery

Author : Setti S. Rengachary
Publisher : Mosby
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 896 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)

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Download or read book Principles of Neurosurgery written by Setti S. Rengachary and published by Mosby. This book was released on 1994 with total page 896 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For undergraduate students, this text presents criteria for and techniques of neurosurgery. Diagrams, photographs and reproductions of X-rays and magnetic resonance images demonstrate the principles of each pocedure.

Principles and Practice of Restorative Neurology

Author : Robert R Young
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
ISBN 13 : 1483163229
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (831 download)

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Book Synopsis Principles and Practice of Restorative Neurology by : Robert R Young

Download or read book Principles and Practice of Restorative Neurology written by Robert R Young and published by Butterworth-Heinemann. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Principles and Practice of Restorative Neurology is a collection of topics in clinical neurology where progress through research has brought concepts of patient management. The collection emphasizes research done clinically and in experimental laboratories and attempts to discuss restorative neurology in the larger context, encompassing biology, neurobiology, and rehabilitative engineering. The book discusses the concept that neurology should be more therapeutic instead of being just diagnostic because of advances in techniques and drugs. An epidemiology of disability and the evaluation of restorative neurology are explained. The text also presents the developments in the pharmacotherapy of major neurological disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, dementia, and stroke. The use of biomechanical or rehabilitation engineering to treat impaired or lost functions in a patient is compared; the feedback mechanisms and the kinds of treatment including microsurgery, nuerostimulation methods, surgery, and molecular genetics that are applied to specific disorders are discussed extensively. The book also reviews the approaches of gene correction for disorders in the central nervous system. Finally, the future needs of neurology in terms of diagnosis and treatments are dealt with as more research, techniques, and drugs are being discovered and proved useful. The collection is intended for neurologists, neurologists in training, and other physicians whose work lies with neurological disorders. The book can also prove useful for practitioners and academicians in the fields of neurosurgery, internal medicine, psychiatry, and rehabilitation medicine.

Molecular Neurosurgery with Targeted Toxins

Author : Ronald G. Wiley
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 159259896X
Total Pages : 318 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (925 download)

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Download or read book Molecular Neurosurgery with Targeted Toxins written by Ronald G. Wiley and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-10-10 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pioneers and leading researchers explain the theory and techniques of using targeted toxins experimentally. The highly successful use of the 192 IgG-saporin and ME20.4-saporin immunotoxins to lesion the cholinergic basal forebrain in order to model the behavior, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology of Alzheimer's disease in animals is treated in detail to give a potential user the knowledge to comfortably use the techniques involved. The uses of important new lesioning agents such as anti-DBH-saporin immunotoxin to make remarkably selective lesions of catecholaminergic neurons, hypocretin-saporin that can produce narcoleptic animals, and other saporin conjugates, such as neuropeptide-saporin conjugates for pain research and cholera toxin B chain-saporin to produce a model of CNS demyelination are explained by experts in the field.

Principles and Practice of Keyhole Brain Surgery

Author : Charles Teo
Publisher : Thieme
ISBN 13 : 3131758619
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (317 download)

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Download or read book Principles and Practice of Keyhole Brain Surgery written by Charles Teo and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2015-04-29 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A step-by-step guide to modern techniques of keyhole brain surgery Developed 20 years ago by leading innovators in the field, the keyhole concept of brain surgery has become an integral part of the practice of neurosurgery. This timely and comprehensive book covers the thinking, philosophy, and techniques of modern keyhole brain surgery, including a realistic assessment of its benefits and limitations. Written by expert practitioners and highlighted by vivid surgical illustrations and procedural videos, Principles and Practice of Keyhole Brain Surgery functions as an experienced mentor working side by side with neurosurgeons as they master the techniques. Special Features: Introduces the basic principles of the keyhole approach, including the practical, technical, and logistical aspects of planning procedures and operating through small openings Beautifully illustrated with nearly 900 endoscopic images, diagrams, surgical drawings, and operative photographs, many showing step-by-step procedures Details the pivotal role of the endoscope in keyhole brain surgery and its ability to provide multiple angles of visualization, including a useful catalog of clinical situations where the endoscope has proven most effective Demonstrates contemporary keyhole approaches (e.g. the eyebrow/sub-frontal approach) in procedures for supratentorial intra-axial brain tumors, tumors of the cribriform plate and orbit, parasellar masses, craniopharyngiomas, tumors of the middle fossa and cavernous sinus and many other conditions in the cranial base Offers more than 100 procedural videos on the Thieme's MediaCenter, narrated by the authors and aligned to chapters in the book for an unparalleled learning resource Providing all the information necessary to achieve surgical goals through well placed, smaller openings—with the added benefits of shorter procedures, fewer wound complications and better patient outcomes—Principles and Practice of Keyhole Brain Surgery is essential for every neurosurgeon in practice today.

The Molecular Basis of Neurosurgical Disease

Author : Corey Raffel
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 424 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book The Molecular Basis of Neurosurgical Disease written by Corey Raffel and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 1996 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Molecular Neuro-Oncology and Its Impact on the Clinical Management of Brain Tumors

Author : O D Wiestler
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783642850400
Total Pages : 218 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (54 download)

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Book Synopsis Molecular Neuro-Oncology and Its Impact on the Clinical Management of Brain Tumors by : O D Wiestler

Download or read book Molecular Neuro-Oncology and Its Impact on the Clinical Management of Brain Tumors written by O D Wiestler and published by . This book was released on 1994-02-24 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tumors of the nervous system represent a difficult therapeutic challenge. During recent years, substantial progress has been made in characterizing genetic mechnisms involved in the formation of brain tumors. There is a lot of hope that an understanding of the molecular basis of transformation will eventually lead to specific therapeutic approaches. In this volume, leading authorities in both molecular and clinical neuro-oncology summarize recent developments in their respective fields. The first part of the book will focus on specific molecular genetic defects in neural tumors and their potential clinical significance. Part two gives an update on established and novel treatment regimens for patients with brain tumors. Several contributions will demonstrate that molecular and clinical neuro-oncology are already entangled. With its unique combination of molecular biological and clinical data, this volume provides basic researchers and clinical neuroscientists with a comprehensive update in both disciplines.

Oxford Textbook of Neurological Surgery

Author : Ramez Kirollos
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 0198746709
Total Pages : 1177 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (987 download)

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Download or read book Oxford Textbook of Neurological Surgery written by Ramez Kirollos and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2019-09-05 with total page 1177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Neurosurgery is a rapidly developing and technically demanding branch of surgery that requires a detailed knowledge of the basic neuro-sciences and a thorough clinical approach. The Oxford Textbook of Neurological Surgery is an up-to-date, objective and readable text that covers the full scope of neurosurgical practice. It is part of the Oxford Textbooks in Surgery series, edited by Professor Sir Peter Morris. The book is split into 20 overarching sections (Principles of Neurosurgery, Neuro-oncology of Intrinsic Tumours; Extra-axial Tumours and Skull Lesions; Cerebro-Pontine Angle Tumours; Sellar and Supra-Sellar Tumours; Posterior Fossa Tumours; Pineal tumours; Uncommon Tumours and Tumour Syndromes; Neurotrauma and Intensive Care; Vascular Neurosurgery; Principles of Spinal Surgery; Spinal Pathology; Spinal Trauma; Peripheral Nerve Surgery; Functional Neurosurgery; Epilepsy; Paediatric Neurosurgery; Neurosurgery for Cerebrospinal Fluid Disorders and Neurosurgical Infection). Each section takes a dual approach with, 'Generic Surgical Management' chapters that focus on specific clinical problems facing the neurosurgeon (e.g. sellar/supra-sellar tumour, Intradural Spina Tumours etc.) and 'Pathology-Specific' chapters (e.g. Glioma, Meningeal Tumours, Scoliosis and Spinal Deformity, Aneurysm etc.). Where appropriate, this division provides the reader with easily accessible information for both clinical problems which present in a regional fashion and specific pathologies. The generic chapters cover aspects such as operative approaches, neuroanatomy and nuances. Specifically each chapter in the book incorporates several strands. Firstly the fundamental neuroscience (anatomy, pathology, genetics etc.) that underlies the clinical practice. Secondly, a review of the requisite clinical investigations (e.g. angiography, electrodiagnostics, radiology). Thirdly, a thorough evidence based review of clinical practice. Following this a consideration of the key debates and controversies in the field with 'pro-' and 'con-' sections (e.g. minimally invasive spine surgery, microsurgical treatment of aneurysms) is provided. A summary of the key papers and clinical scales relevant to neurosurgery form the concluding part. The book is a 'one-stop' text for trainees and consultants in neurosurgery, residents, those preparing for sub-specialty exams and other professionals allied to surgery who need to gain an understanding of the field. It acts as both a point of reference to provide a focussed refresher for the experienced neurosurgeon as well as a trusted training resource.