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Written by an international team of 380 specialists, the fifth edition of this textbook now consists of 168 chapters in two large volumes, with about one fifth of the material new to this edition and the balance reviewed for currency. The chapters feature introductory material about the history of the technique, followed by clearly presented treatment of the various surgical techniques, non-surgical treatments, complications, outcomes, and a full list of references. The volumes are heavily illustrated with b&w plates and a group of color plates. Among the major subject areas are trauma, anterior skull base, brain tumors, new technologies, posterior fossa tumors, and surgical management of infections. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Here's the reference the Journal of Neurosurgery called "a welcome and most useful addition" and "definitely worth the price"-back in a meticulously revised and updated New Edition! Once again, it examines indications, operative techniques, complications, and results for nearly every neurosurgical procedure. A new co-editor, 31 new chapters, and a new standardized format make it essential to today's practitioner.Discusses virtually every routine and specialized procedure for brain, spinal, and peripheral nerve problems in adult patients. Integrates the knowledge and experience of leading international authorities, who offer multiple perspectives on neurosurgical challenges, from tried-and-true methods to the most current techniques. Includes clinical information on image-guided technologies and infections. Makes techniques easy to understand and apply with more than 1,000 illustrations.31 new chapters on topics such as ultrasound, surgical management of lesions of the sciatic nerve, surgical treatment for disabling tremors, and frame-based stereotactic brain biopsy. A new section devoted to advanced technologic systems in neurosurgery. A respected new co-editor, David W. Roberts. A new consistently organized structure that makes clinical guidance easy to find.With 337 additional expert contributors.
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