Description
Springer Emergency Approaches to Neurosurgical Conditions 1st Editon 2014 Softbound by Abhishek Agrawal, Gavin Britz
Patients with neurosurgical conditions are almost always referred from either primary care physicians, neurologists, internist or a specialist in family medicine. This comprehensive guide will answer commonly asked questions about common neurosurgical conditions related to brain and spinal cord, in an attempt to fill in the gap and answer numerous questions that arises after a diagnosis is made on the loved ones. This book has been specially written and illustrated for families of patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures of the spine and peripheral nerve surgeries, as well as rehabilitation. It is straightforward, with non-technical language explaining the basics of neurosurgical diseases and their management including legal, ethical and financial issues. 1. Non Malignant Brain Tumors.- 2. Malignant Brain Tumors.- 3. Pituitary Tumors.- 4. Pediatric Brain Tumors.- 5. Congenital Neurosurgical Problems.- 6. Hydrocephalus.- 7. Chiari Syndrome.- 8. Brain Aneurysms.- 9. Brain Arteriovenous Malformations.- 10. Moya Moya Disease.- 11. Medical Management of a Stroke.- 12. Neuro-Interventional Management of a Stroke.- 13. Symptoms and Signs to Look for After a Spinal Cord surgery.- 14. Evaltuation of Spinal Alignment.- 15. Herniated Discs of the Spine.- 16. Spinal Fusions.- 17. Spinal Tumors.- 18. Epilepsy