Neurosurgery Outlines

Author : Paul Kaloostian
Publisher : Thieme
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781638536734

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Neurosurgery Outlines by Paul Kaloostian Pdf

Pocket-size, user-friendly roadmap outlines most common surgical procedures in neurosurgery! Surgery requires a combination of knowledge and skill acquired through years of direct observation, mentorship, and practice. The learning curve can be steep, frustrating, and intimidating for many medical students and junior residents. Too often, books and texts that attempt to translate the art of surgery are far too comprehensive for this audience and counterproductive to learning important basic skills to succeed. Neurosurgery Outlines by neurosurgeon Paul E. Kaloostian is the neuro-surgical volume in the Surgical Outlines series of textbooks that offer a simplified roadmap to surgery. This unique resource outlines key steps for common surgeries, laying a solid foundation of basic knowledge from which trainees can easily build and expand. The text serves as a starting point for learning neurosurgical techniques, with room for adding notes, details, and pearls collected during the journey. The chapters are systematically organized and formatted by subspecialty, encompassing spine, radiosurgery, brain tumors and vascular lesions, head trauma, functional neurosurgery, epilepsy, pain, and hydrocephalus. Each chapter includes symptoms and signs, surgical pathology, diagnostic modalities, differential diagnosis, treatment options, indications for surgical intervention, step-by-step procedures, pitfalls, prognosis, and references where applicable. Key Features Provides quick procedural outlines essential for understanding procedures and assisting attending neurosurgeons during rounds Spine procedures organized by cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccyx regions cover traumatic, elective, and tumor/vascular-related interventions Cranial topics include lesion resection for brain tumors and cerebrovascular disease and TBI treatment This is an ideal, easy-to-read resource for medical students and junior residents to utilize during the one-month neurosurgery rotations and for quick consultation during the early years of neurosurgical practice. It will also benefit operating room nurses who need a quick guide on core neurosurgical procedures.

Author : Paul E. Kaloostian
Publisher : Thieme
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781684201433

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Neurosurgery Outlines by Paul E. Kaloostian Pdf

Pocket-size, user-friendly roadmap outlines most common surgical procedures in neurosurgery! Surgery requires a combination of knowledge and skill acquired through years of direct observation, mentorship, and practice. The learning curve can be steep, frustrating, and intimidating for many medical students and junior residents. Too often, books and texts that attempt to translate the art of surgery are far too comprehensive for this audience and counterproductive to learning important basic skills to succeed. Neurosurgery Outlines by neurosurgeon Paul E. Kaloostian is the neuro-surgical volume in the Surgical Outlines series of textbooks that offer a simplified roadmap to surgery. This unique resource outlines key steps for common surgeries, laying a solid foundation of basic knowledge from which trainees can easily build and expand. The text serves as a starting point for learning neurosurgical techniques, with room for adding notes, details, and pearls collected during the journey. The chapters are systematically organized and formatted by subspecialty, encompassing spine, radiosurgery, brain tumors and vascular lesions, head trauma, functional neurosurgery, epilepsy, pain, and hydrocephalus. Each chapter includes symptoms and signs, surgical pathology, diagnostic modalities, differential diagnosis, treatment options, indications for surgical intervention, step-by-step procedures, pitfalls, prognosis, and references where applicable. Key Features Provides quick procedural outlines essential for understanding procedures and assisting attending neurosurgeons during rounds Spine procedures organized by cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccyx regions cover traumatic, elective, and tumor/vascular-related interventions Cranial topics include lesion resection for brain tumors and cerebrovascular disease and TBI treatment This is an ideal, easy-to-read resource for medical students and junior residents to utilize during the one-month neurosurgery rotations and for quick consultation during the early years of neurosurgical practice. It will also benefit operating room nurses who need a quick guide on core neurosurgical procedures.

Author : Zamzuri Idris,Jafri Malin Abdullah
Publisher : Penerbit USM
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2017-02-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789674611187

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Neurosurgery Notes For The Graduate Students (Penerbit USM) by Zamzuri Idris,Jafri Malin Abdullah Pdf

We dedicate this Neurosurgery: Notes for the Graduate Students to all the residents and young neurosurgeons. Some did read the books but could not grasp the important concepts or facts. We have designed this e-book (electronic book) in note format to provide a comprehensive, yet easy-to-read summary of the essential topics in neurosurgery covering clinical localization, basic neurosciences and neurosurgery itself. The authors want to make this e-book as an additional knowledge to the readers. The purpose is to highlight the important points in neurosurgery. Besides, the real truth in some current neurosurgical practices are not clear, therefore, it is only a guide in note format to make readers quickly grasp the important or arguable points. Some notes mentioned in this e-book are indeed debateable and they may evolve over time. Pertaining to aforementioned notes, the content of this e-book is largely gained from standard protocols or widely accepted practices, our personal experience, notes done during our neurosurgical training locally and overseas, notes taken during international conferences, notes obtained from our personal discussion with the seniors in neurosurgery from all over the world and notes made from current journals in neurosurgery. In summary, it is an electronic neurosurgical note-book with important and debateable knowledge that we would like to emphasize and share with neurosurgical trainees or any graduate students. It is not meant to replace other commonly-referred neurosurgical textbooks. Therefore, trainees and students should read this e-book as an additional-knowledge which could be subjected to further discussion. We would like thank our beloved wives and our family members for being supportive and understanding; our teachers for guiding us and our trainees for motivating us to write this e-book. Finally, we would like to state some interesting quotes from others: 1. “The World is a book, and those who do not travel, only read a page” (Saint Augustine, 354-430). 2. “The more you know, the more you see” and “The brain actually is not like a single organ. It's like a country, there are many organs (cities) in it: There are a vascular organ, an endocrine organ, an immunological organ and many more; In real fact, all are in the brain” (Professor Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, father of modern neurosurgery). 3. “You need fitness in all aspects: brain, mind, spirit and body to explore optimally the beauty of the brain and nervous system” (Zamzuri Idris, 2016).

Author : Koreaki Mori
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Medical
ISBN : 3642733611

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An Outline of Neurosurgery by Koreaki Mori Pdf

The aim of this volume is to provide an illustrated overview of basic knowledge relevant to neurosurgery for students specializing in neurosurgery, operating room personnel, and neurologists seeking to inform themselves about surgical principles and applications. The major aspects of neurosurgery are presented in a clear, easy-to-follow outline form. Summaries are included of: neuroanatomy; neurologic syndromes, functional diseases, and traumas treatable through neurosurgery; physiologic and pathologic events occurring during neurosurgery. The principles of neurologic examination and diagnosis as well as supplementary diagnostic modalities are discussed from a neurosurgical perspective. The book can thus be used as an aid for quick bedside diagnosis and patient management and as a handy reference companion.

Author : Koreaki Mori
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2011-12-21
Category : Medical
ISBN : 3642733638

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An Outline of Neurosurgery by Koreaki Mori Pdf

The aim of this volume is to provide an illustrated overview of basic knowledge relevant to neurosurgery for students specializing in neurosurgery, operating room personnel, and neurologists seeking to inform themselves about surgical principles and applications. The major aspects of neurosurgery are presented in a clear, easy-to-follow outline form. Summaries are included of: neuroanatomy; neurologic syndromes, functional diseases, and traumas treatable through neurosurgery; physiologic and pathologic events occurring during neurosurgery. The principles of neurologic examination and diagnosis as well as supplementary diagnostic modalities are discussed from a neurosurgical perspective. The book can thus be used as an aid for quick bedside diagnosis and patient management and as a handy reference companion.

Author : Willem Adriaan Liebenberg,Lal Gunasekera
Publisher : Vesuvius Books Limited
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2005-06-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0954881311

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Neurosurgery Lecture Notes an International Curriculum by Willem Adriaan Liebenberg,Lal Gunasekera Pdf

This resource is written with the aim to be a broad perspective containing all the important facts in exam questions in a clear, concise, and friendly manner. The chapters on imaging, theater and ICU are designed to be detailed to a level not seen in books this size to enable a clinical attachment to be of more value.

Author : Mark S. Greenberg
Publisher : Thieme
Page : 1356 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2010-02-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781604063271

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Handbook of Neurosurgery by Mark S. Greenberg Pdf

A must-have...[a] low-cost, highly portable, and extremely useful reference volume, which will undoubtedly enjoy continued longevity into the foreseeable future.--Journal of NeurosurgeryA vital resource...For rapid access to the diagnosis and management of all neurosurgical things, there is no substitute.--The Journal of TRAUMA Injury, Infection, and Critical CareFor two decades, Handbook of Neurosurgery -- now in a fully updated seventh edition -- has been an invaluable companion for every neurosurgery resident and nurse, as well as neurologists and others involved in the care of patients with brain and spine disorders. Dr. Greenberg's classic text covers the breadth of neurosurgery and its allied specialties and provides the latest information on anatomy and physiology, differential diagnosis, and currently accepted principles of clinical management. Renowned for its scope and accessibility, this portable, single-volume guide is packed with more than 1,300 pages of practical information, including thousands of literature citations, handy cross-references, and a thorough index.Features: New to the seventh edition: detailed coverage of blunt cervical arterial injuries; awake craniotomies; brain mapping; new grading systems for cervical and thoracolumbar fractures; radiation safety for neurosurgeons; organ donation after cardiac death; and expanded discussion of endovascular techniques Numerous updates, including information on dural arteriovenous malformations; tumors and molecular biology; and new neuromonitoring modalities such as brain oxygen tension, cerebral microdialysis, and regional cerebral blood flow The return of basic surgical material to acquaint readers with the operating room A practical new feature called Booking the Case supplies helpful information about scheduling surgery and obtaining informed consent Highly valuable section on hot topics in neurocritical care Color highlights and full-color inserts to enhance readability Comprehensive and conveniently compact, this book is a must-have reference for neurosurgery residents and a useful tool for anyone working in the clinical neurosciences.

Author : Colen B Chaim,Chaim B. Colen,Colen
Publisher : Colen Publishing
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780978850203

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Handbook of Neurosurgery and Neurology in Pediatrics by Colen B Chaim,Chaim B. Colen,Colen Pdf

This is a pocket-sized, essential reference for daily practice, including protocols, step-by-step tests and procedures, and algorithms...covers all related topics such as neuroanatomy, neurosurgery, radiology, and general pediatrics. It also provides a succinct guide of board and ward related topics that will assist the interested medical student, resident or fellow during their pediatric neurology or neurosurgery experience. In addition, it can help the general pediatrician achieve a better understanding of neurology/neurosurgery related topics affecting the pediatric patient.

Author : Peter McL. Black,Eugene Rossitch
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Nervous system
ISBN : 0195044495

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Neurosurgery by Peter McL. Black,Eugene Rossitch Pdf

This is a clear, incisive introduction to neurosurgery. It is designed for the medical student learning about neurosurgery, the neurological or surgical resident who is rotating on neurosurgery, the practicing neurologist, internist or general surgeon who wants a succinct introduction to neurosurgery, and the neurosurgical trainee in his or her early years. The book's emphasis is on the diagnosis and management of common neurosurgical disorders. It covers in a concise, practical fashion the emergency, elective, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that neurosurgeons use. The text is divided into four sections. The first section deals with neurosurgical diagnosis and includes chapters on radiographic and physiological diagnostic modalities. The next section focuses on management decisions including a detailed discussion of neurosurgical emergencies. The third part describes common neurosurgical disorders such as trauma, tumors, cerebrovascular diseases, infections, CSF abnormalities and degenerative spinal disorders. The last section summarizes several special topics in neurosurgery, including pediatric neurosurgery and stereotactic and functional neurosurgery.

Author : Duke Samson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1735265152

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Operative Notes by Duke Samson Pdf

Author : Jonathan S. Citow,R. Loch Macdonald,Ross C. Puffer
Publisher : Thieme
Page : 1489 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08-23
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781626231030

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Comprehensive Neurosurgery Board Review by Jonathan S. Citow,R. Loch Macdonald,Ross C. Puffer Pdf

The quintessential neurosurgical text review for acing the ABNS written exam! Since its publication nearly 20 years ago, Comprehensive Neurosurgery Board Review has garnered legendary status as the leading high-yield review for neurosurgical residents preparing for the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) primary exam. The updated third edition by Jonathan S. Citow and associate editors R. Loch Macdonald, Ross C. Puffer, Syed I. Khalid, Bob S. Carter, Alan R. Cohen, Robert J. Spinner, and Daniel Refai reflects technological advances made in the past decade. Seven comprehensive, systematically formatted chapters succinctly cover the tested core topics: anatomy, physiology, neuropathology, neuroradiology, neurology, neurosurgery, and critical care. Key Highlights: The streamlined outline format and handy tables enhance memorization and retention of knowledge More than 1200 high-quality illustrations and images, many in full color, detail impacted anatomy and processes Each chapter has concise sections encompassing important concepts, disease states, diagnostic criteria, and treatment approaches As with prior editions, this reader-friendly textbook does a remarkable job summarizing the vast data and knowledge required to ace the ABNS exam. The new edition is destined to build on its legacy as an indispensable resource for every young neurosurgeon sitting for the exam.

Author : Laligam N. Sekhar,Richard Glenn Fessler
Publisher : Thieme
Page : 2352 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781604067705

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Atlas of Neurosurgical Techniques by Laligam N. Sekhar,Richard Glenn Fessler Pdf

Atlas of Neurosurgical Techniques: Brain presents the current information on how to manage diseases and disorders of the brain. Ideal as a reference for review in preparation for surgery, this atlas features succinct discussion of pathology and etiology that helps the reader gain a firm understanding of the underlying disease and conditions. The authors provide step-by-step descriptions of surgical techniques, clearly delineating the indications and contraindications, the goals, the operative preparation and anesthesia, and postoperative management. Common complications of techniques are also emphasized. Over 900 illustrations aid the rapid comprehension of the surgical procedures described in the text. Highlights: Clear descriptions of the surgical management of aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, occlusive and hemorrhagic vascular diseases, tumors, lesions, pain disorders, trauma, infections, and more Detailed discussion of disease pathology, etiology, and differential diagnosis Concise outlines of indications, contraindications, as well as advantages and disadvantages of each technique illuminate the rationale behind surgical management More than 900 illustrations, including 684 in full-color, demonstrate key concepts Sections on the latest techniques in stereotactic and minimally invasive surgery This companion volume to Atlas of Neurosurgical Techniques: Spine and Peripheral Nerves is an essential reference for all neurosurgeons and residents seeking the current information on state-of-the-art techniques in brain surgery.

Author : Remi Nader,Scott C Berta,Cristian Gragnaniello,Abdulrahman J Sabbagh,Michael L. Levy
Publisher : Thieme
Page : 508 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-04-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781604069150

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Neurosurgery Tricks of the Trade by Remi Nader,Scott C Berta,Cristian Gragnaniello,Abdulrahman J Sabbagh,Michael L. Levy Pdf

Neurosurgery Tricks of the Trade: Spine and Peripheral Nerves presents core surgical procedures in a concise, highly didactic format, enabling surgeons to quickly grasp their essence from the bulleted text and superb illustrations that accompany them. Expert neurosurgeons specializing in the spine and peripheral nerves describe how they perform common procedures and offer surgical tips and pearls. Key Features: Distills a wealth of information in a concise, step-by-step format, making it easy for neurosurgeons and other spine specialists to review how procedures are performed Includes more than 100 procedures focusing on the spine and peripheral nerves, each accompanied by high-quality, original illustrations Presents all procedures using a consistent outline and covers topics in either a pathology-based or an approach-based manner Surgeons at all levels, from residents learning procedures to experienced practitioners needing a quick refresher, will find this book and its companion volume, Neurosurgery Tricks of the Trade: Cranial, to be invaluable resources throughout their surgical careers. This book has been developed from Thieme eNeurosurgery, the world's most comprehensive neurosurgical resource online. For a free trial, go to: http://thieme.com/eneurotrial

Author : William Thomas Peyton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1960
Category : Nervous system
ISBN : MINN:31951000133258Y

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Outline of Neurosurgery by William Thomas Peyton Pdf

Author : Vincent A Thamburaj
Publisher : JP Medical Ltd
Page : 1882 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2012-08-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789350252390

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Textbook of Contemporary Neurosurgery (Volumes 1 & 2) by Vincent A Thamburaj Pdf

This two volume set is a comprehensive guide to neurosurgery. Each section covers neurological disorders in different parts of the body, beginning with an introduction and ending with key practice points for quick review, integrating theory and practice. Genetics, ethics and physiotherapy are also discussed. With contributions from recognised specialists in the USA and Europe, this practical manual includes more than 1000 images and illustrations to assist learning and understanding. Key Features Comprehensive two volume set giving complete review of field of neurosurgery Covers numerous neurological disorders in different parts of the body Each section feature key practice points for quick review Integrates theory and practice More than 1000 images and illustrations Contributions from US and European specialists