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Global Convulsions

Author : Winston A. Van Horne
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1997-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0791432351

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Global Convulsions by Winston A. Van Horne Pdf

Addresses issues concerning race, ethnicity, and nationlism in both their domestic and international dimension.

Neurological Emergencies

Author : S.D. Shorvon
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 121 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781483182681

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Neurological Emergencies by S.D. Shorvon Pdf

Neurological Emergencies presents a comprehensive guide on the initial assessment and early treatment of patients with neurological emergencies. It discusses the diagnosis, emergency investigations, and handling of coma patients. It addresses the management of focal supratentorial lesion. Some of the topics covered in the book are the diffuse neurological or systemic disturbance; emergency resuscitation; diagnosis and treatment of transtentorial herniation; diagnosis and treatment of acute viral encephalitis; raised intracranial pressure; diagnosis and treatment of non-viral infective encephalitis; viral meningitis; meningovascular syphilis; diagnosis and treatment of cerebral abscess; diagnosis and treatment of intracranial subdural empyema; and diagnosis and treatment of cerebral venous thrombosis. The diagnosis and treatment ofstroke is fully covered. An in-depth account of the difference between haemorrhage and infarction is provided. The diagnosis of subarachnoid haemorrhage is completely presented. A chapter is devoted to the prevention of more cranial bleeding.

The Epilepsies

Author : Chrysostomos P. Panayiotopoulos
Publisher : Springer
Page : 570 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015062497741

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The Epilepsies by Chrysostomos P. Panayiotopoulos Pdf

This book gives an exhaustive account of the classification and management of epileptic disorders. It provides clear didactic guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of epileptic syndromes and seizures through thirteen chapters, complemented by a pharmacopoeia and CD ROM of video-EEGs.

Seizures in Critical Care

Author : Panayiotis Varelas
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2008-08-17
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781592598410

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Seizures in Critical Care by Panayiotis Varelas Pdf

A panel of international ICU and epilepsy physicians and researchers detail the epileptic phenomena that occur in the complex environment of the ICU. Focusing on the central nervous system, the authors systematically examine the most up-to-date evidenced-based data regarding ICU seizures, including their most frequent causes, their pathophysiology, their clinical presentation, and the diagnostic evaluation needed to confirm their presence. They also discuss the challenges and specifics of the management of ICU seizures, reviewing the new antiepileptics and their interaction with other ICU medications, drugs with epileptogenic properties used in the ICU, and the role of the new enterally available antiepileptics in treating seizures. Numerous tables summarize drug interactions, neuroimages reveal common ICU seizure etiologies, and multiple electroencephalographic recordings demonstrate clinical or subclinical seizures in ICU patients.

Global Convulsions

Author : Winston A. Van Horne
Publisher : State University of New York Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1997-01-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781438422688

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Global Convulsions by Winston A. Van Horne Pdf

Global Convulsions affords the reader an array of observations, data, and insights pertaining to both local and global events around the issues of race, ethnicity and nationalism at the end of the twentieth century. It scrutinizes closely the phenomenon of race in both historical and scientific contexts, and calls out a range of sociohistorical forces that have engendered ethnicity and nationalism. Through case studies, the contributors bring into sharp focus an array of ethnic cleavages, the difficulty of the struggle for national rights where language and religion draw a hard ethnic divide, and the actual corrosiveness of ethnicity and nationalism on the state. The enduring value of Global Convulsions lies in its global reach and the patterns that it calls out. It makes plain that the state is no salvation in relation to national chauvinism, ethnic exclusivism, and/or racial paranoia. Indeed, the state, if not the cause, is often a consummative force perpetuating these phenomena. Still, according to the contributors to this volume, the state has much potential to transcend the divides of race, ethnicity, and nationalism. And so, in Global Convulsions does one discern the possibility of "us/them" becoming "us together."

Oxford Textbook of Epilepsy and Epileptic Seizures

Author : Samden Lhatoo
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780199659043

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Oxford Textbook of Epilepsy and Epileptic Seizures by Samden Lhatoo Pdf

Part of the Oxford Textbooks in Clinical Neurology (OTCN) series, this volume covers the scientific basis, clinical diagnosis, and treatment of epilepsy and epileptic seizures, and is complemented by an online edition.

Introduction to Epilepsy

Author : Gonzalo Alarcón,Antonio Valentín
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 641 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780521691581

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Introduction to Epilepsy by Gonzalo Alarcón,Antonio Valentín Pdf

Covers all aspects of epilepsy, from basic mechanisms to diagnosis and management, as well as legal and social considerations.

Jasper's Basic Mechanisms of the Epilepsies

Author : Jeffrey L. Noebels,Massimo Avoli
Publisher : OUP USA
Page : 1258 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2012-06-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780199746545

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Jasper's Basic Mechanisms of the Epilepsies by Jeffrey L. Noebels,Massimo Avoli Pdf

Jasper's Basic Mechanisms, Fourth Edition, is the newest most ambitious and now clinically relevant publishing project to build on the four-decade legacy of the Jasper's series. In keeping with the original goal of searching for "a better understanding of the epilepsies and rational methods of prevention and treatment.", the book represents an encyclopedic compendium neurobiological mechanisms of seizures, epileptogenesis, epilepsy genetics and comordid conditions. Of practical importance to the clinician, and new to this edition are disease mechanisms of genetic epilepsies and therapeutic approaches, ranging from novel antiepileptic drug targets to cell and gene therapies.

Seizures and Epilepsy

Author : Jerome Engel Jr
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 737 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2013-01-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780195328547

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Seizures and Epilepsy by Jerome Engel Jr Pdf

This second edition of 'Seizures and Epilepsy' is completely revised, due to tremendous advances in the understanding of the fundamental neuronal mechanisms underlying epileptic phenomena, as well as current diagnosis and treatment, which have been heavily influenced over the past several decades by seminal neuroscientific developments, particularly the introduction of molecular neurobiology, genetics, and modern neuroimaging. This resource covers a broad range of both basic and clinical epileptology.

Guidelines on Neonatal Seizures

Author : World Health Organization
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 95 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-05
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9241548304

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Guidelines on Neonatal Seizures by World Health Organization Pdf

Neonatal seizures represent one of the most frequent neurological events in newborn infants, often reflecting a variety of different pre-, peri-, or postnatal disorders of the central nervous system (CNS). They are also a common manifestation of metabolic abnormality in newborn period and often represent the first sign of neurological dysfunction in neonates. They may be symptomatic or cryptogenic, herald subsequent epilepsy, can be associated with potential morbidity and mortality, and may be used as a factor in considering long-term prognosis. Despite the enormous clinical significance of these events, many aspects of their management are not well supported with evidence- based recommendations. These guidelines are intended to be of use for neonatologists, paediatric neurologists, paediatricians, general practitioners, nurse practitioners, nurses and other health professionals who may be in contact with infants experiencing seizures within the first 28 days of life (age up to 44 weeks postconception). The guidelines are framed so as to be applied by health care providers practicing in a wide range of health care facilities, from those with limited resources to tertiary care centers.

Obstetric and Intrapartum Emergencies

Author : Edwin Chandraharan,Sabaratnam Arulkumaran
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2012-10-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781139788601

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Obstetric and Intrapartum Emergencies by Edwin Chandraharan,Sabaratnam Arulkumaran Pdf

Every day, approximately 1000 women die from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth, most of which result from common treatable complications, such as haemorrhage, infections, pre-eclampsia and obstructed labour, which have not been recognized in time or treated properly. Every unborn child also faces risk of stillbirth, birth trauma, oxygen deprivation and neonatal death or long-term brain damage during birthing. Obstetric and Intrapartum Emergencies: A Practical Guide to Management is written by a wide variety of obstetric experts in developing and developed countries and provides an easy-to-use guide to recognize and treat perinatal emergencies before it is too late. The text includes learning tools such as 'Key Pearls' and 'Key Pitfalls', a section on managing emergencies in a low-resource setting and contains detailed illustrations throughout. This book is a practical and invaluable guide for obstetricians, neonatologists, midwives, medical students and the wider perinatal team.

Epilepsy in Our World

Author : Steven C. Schachter,Lisa Francesca Andermann
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780195330892

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Epilepsy in Our World by Steven C. Schachter,Lisa Francesca Andermann Pdf

In the last 5 years, approximately 2.7 million people have been treated for epilepsy and between 0.5%-2% of people will develop epilepsy during their lifetime. Up to 5% of the worldwide population may have a single seizure in their lifetime. It is further estimated that 60 million people in the World have had at least one epileptic seizure in their lifetime. Most shockingly is that between 70-80K people each year in the US alone are diagnosed with epilepsy. Because of these figures, and Dr. Schachter's roll as Director of the Comprehensive Epilepsy Center, Dr. Schachter sought to create a series of books written from the viewpoint of people with Epilepsy. This volume, Epilepsy in Our World, presents accounts of seizures by patients from 20 different countries. Not only are the patient stories presented with the series signature frankness and honesty, but the volume also discusses the different impressions and treatment of epilepsy around the world.

The Treatment of Epilepsy

Author : Simon Shorvon,Emilio Perucca,Jerome Engel, Jr.
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1072 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2015-09-15
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781118936986

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The Treatment of Epilepsy by Simon Shorvon,Emilio Perucca,Jerome Engel, Jr. Pdf

Highly Commended at the British Medical Association Book Awards 2016 The Treatment of Epilepsy, fourth edition, is a comprehensive reference and clinical guide to the pharmacological, medical and surgical options available in the treatment of epilepsy. The text is compiled by a group of internationally renowned editors and contributors and is now in full color and extensively illustrated The first two sections cover the background to, and principles of, treatment in different clinical situations Section three comprises a series of systematic reviews of contemporary drug therapy, devoting one chapter to each anti-epileptic drug and covering all clinically-relevant aspects Section four focuses on the surgical options, devoting individual chapters to each of the modalities of presurgical assessment and to each surgical operation or approach This 4th edition is extensively revised incorporating the many recent developments in therapy, and comprises 81 chapters from world experts from 18 countries

Pediatric Neurocritical Care

Author : Nicholas S. Abend, MD,Mark A. Helfaer, MD
Publisher : Demos Medical Publishing
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781617050695

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Pediatric Neurocritical Care by Nicholas S. Abend, MD,Mark A. Helfaer, MD Pdf

"Pediatric Neurocritical Care is by far the most comprehensive book I have read dealing with this topic... This text will provide an excellent reference for those interested in the pediatric intensive care cases or pediatrics in general. It is written very well and is chock-full of information that Practioners in a pediatric ICU setting would use." --Donna Jacobs, R. EEG T., CNIM, The Neurodiagnostic Journal Caring for children with neurocritical illness often requires multi-specialty collaboration and the understanding of an ever-expanding body of data. This book gives clinicians the up-to-date, concise, and clinically relevant guidance they need to provide optimal care to children with these acute neurologic disorders. The chapters in Pediatric Neurocritical Care are authored by experts in each individual topic, and co-edited by a neurologist and intensivist to ensure that all topics have been fully addressed from both perspectives. The book covers the complete continuum of care from assessment, monitoring, and condition specific management through rehabilitation. Early chapters present differential diagnosis and management approaches to common overarching problems such as coma, headache, and elevated intracranial pressure, followed by chapters focusing on the evaluation and management of specific conditions including traumatic brain injury, stroke, seizures, central nervous system infections, and demyelinating disorders. The final chapters address important associated psychological, social, and ethical issues. To reflect the full spectrum of specialties involved in the burgeoning field of pediatric neurocritical care, the book brings together an international group of experts from multiple disciplines including critical care medicine, anesthesiology, neurology, neurosurgery, rehabilitation medicine, psychology, and pediatric subspecialties. Pediatric Neurocritical Care features: Every topic is addressed from a neurologic and critical care perspective. Comprehensive coverage includes the evaluation of common overarching problems and management of specific conditions, in addition to discussion of related psychological, ethical, and social issues. Chapters are written by internationally known experts from the fields of critical care medicine, anesthesiology, neurology, neurosurgery, rehabilitation medicine, and many affiliated specialties.

Neurohospitalist Medicine

Author : S. Andrew Josephson,W. David Freeman,David J. Likosky
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2011-09-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781139501828

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Neurohospitalist Medicine by S. Andrew Josephson,W. David Freeman,David J. Likosky Pdf

Over the past decade, the hospitalist model has become a dominant system for the delivery of inpatient care. Forces such as national mandates to improve safety and quality, and intense pressure to safely reduce length of hospital stays, are now exerting pressure on neurologists. To meet these challenges, a new neurohospitalist model is emerging. This is the first authoritative text to detail the advances and strategies for treating neurologic disease in a hospital setting. It includes chapters on specific acute neurologic diseases including stroke, epilepsy, neuromuscular disease and traumatic brain injury and also addresses common reasons for neurologic consultation in the hospital including encephalopathy, electrolyte disturbances and neurologic complications of pregnancy. Ethical and structural issues commonly encountered in neurologic inpatients are also addressed. This will be a key resource for any clinician or trainee caring for neurologic patients in the hospital including practising neurologists, internists and trainees across multiple subspecialities.