The Clinical Anatomy Of The Cranial Nerves

Author : Joel A. Vilensky,Wendy Robertson,Carlo A. Suarez-Quian
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2015-05-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781118492017

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The cranial nerves are an endlessly fascinating family of twelve nerves that have a dramatic impact on our daily lives. A dysfunction of the cranial nerves can cause loss of vision or double vision, loss of smell, poor balance, or loss of muscle function, and can also be an indicator of underlying neurological disorders. The Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves: The Nerves of "On Old Olympus Towering Top" is an engaging and accessible book on the anatomy and clinical importance of these unique nerves. The text opens with a brief introduction of key neuroanatomical concepts that relate the clinical and anatomical sections that follow. Additionally, this book uniquely provides a detailed description of the bones of the head and face in order for the reader to understand the routes taken by the cranial nerves through the skull. Chapters then detail each nerve and its unique impact in relationship to our senses, motor function, and health. Vividly illustrated and supported by real-life clinical cases, the book will appeal to anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of the cranial nerves. Merging anatomical and clinical information with intriguing clinical cases, The Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves: The Nerves of "On Old Olympus Towering Top" introduces readers to the anatomy and diverse function of this intriguing family of nerves.

Author : Paul Rea
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2014-04-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128011874

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Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves by Paul Rea Pdf

Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves combines anatomical knowledge, pathology, clinical examination, and explanation of clinical findings, drawing together material typically scattered throughout anatomical textbooks. All of the pertinent anatomical topics are conveniently organized to instruct on anatomy, but also on how to examine the functioning of this anatomy in the patient. Providing a clear and succinct presentation of the underlying anatomy, with directly related applications of the anatomy to clinical examination, the book also provides unique images of anatomical structures of plastinated cadaveric dissections. These images are the only ones that exist in this form, and have been professionally produced in the Laboratory of Human Anatomy, University of Glasgow under the auspices of the author. These specimens offer a novel way of visualizing the cranial nerves and related important anatomical structures. Anatomy of cranial nerves described in text format with accompanying high-resolution images of professional, high-quality prosected cadaveric material, demonstrating exactly what the structures (and related ones) look like Succinct yet comprehensive format with quick and easy access to facts in clearly laid out key regions, common throughout the different cranial nerves Includes clinical examination and related pathologies, featuring diagnostic summaries of potential clinical presentations and clinically relevant questions on the anatomy of these nerves

Author : Thomas M. Yi
Publisher : Nova Science Publishers
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1536185825

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Cranial Nerves by Thomas M. Yi Pdf

"In this compilation, the authors first investigate the potential use of mineral lorandite from Allchar to estimate the Sun's age. Cranial Nerves: Anatomy, Function and Clinical Significance opens with a summary of the current data on the clinical anatomy and developmental anomalies of the first cranial nerve, the olfactory nerve. Following this, the authors provide an overview of the second cranial nerve, the optic nerve, which is a vital component of the visual pathway. The seventh cranial nerve, the facial nerve, which contains the somatic motor and visceral motor, as well as special sensory and general sensory fibers is discussed. The 10th cranial nerve, the vagus nerve, is explored in closing, focusing on its motor functions responsible for the innervations of the outer ear canal, pharynx, larynx, heart, lung, gastrointestinal tract, stomach, pancreas and liver"--

Author : Paul Rea
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2015-01-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128020623

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Essential Clinical Anatomy of the Nervous System by Paul Rea Pdf

Essential Clinical Anatomy of the Nervous System is designed to combine the salient points of anatomy with typical pathologies affecting each of the major pathways that are directly applicable in the clinical environment. In addition, this book highlights the relevant clinical examinations to perform when examining a patient’s neurological system, to demonstrate pathology of a certain pathway or tract. Essential Clinical Anatomy of the Nervous System enables the reader to easily access the key features of the anatomy of the brain and main pathways which are relevant at the bedside or clinic. It also highlights the typical pathologies and reasoning behind clinical findings to enable the reader to aid deduction of not only what is wrong with the patient, but where in the nervous system that the pathology is. Anatomy of the brain and neurological pathways dealt with as key facts and summary tables essential to clinical practice. Succinct yet comprehensive format with quick and easy access facts in clearly laid out key regions, common throughout the different neurological pathways. Includes key features and hints and tips on clinical examination and related pathologies, featuring diagnostic summaries of potential clinical presentations.

Author : Joel A. Vilensky,Wendy Robertson,Carlo A. Suarez-Quian
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2015-03-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781118492024

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The Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves by Joel A. Vilensky,Wendy Robertson,Carlo A. Suarez-Quian Pdf

The cranial nerves are an endlessly fascinating family of twelve nerves that have a dramatic impact on our daily lives. A dysfunction of the cranial nerves can cause loss of vision or double vision, loss of smell, poor balance, or loss of muscle function, and can also be an indicator of underlying neurological disorders. The Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves: The Nerves of "On Old Olympus Towering Top" is an engaging and accessible book on the anatomy and clinical importance of these unique nerves. The text opens with a brief introduction of key neuroanatomical concepts that relate the clinical and anatomical sections that follow. Additionally, this book uniquely provides a detailed description of the bones of the head and face in order for the reader to understand the routes taken by the cranial nerves through the skull. Chapters then detail each nerve and its unique impact in relationship to our senses, motor function, and health. Vividly illustrated and supported by real-life clinical cases, the book will appeal to anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of the cranial nerves. Merging anatomical and clinical information with intriguing clinical cases, The Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves: The Nerves of "On Old Olympus Towering Top" introduces readers to the anatomy and diverse function of this intriguing family of nerves.

Author : Joel A. Vilensky,Wendy M. Robertson,Carlos Andrés Suárez-Quian
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : MEDICAL
ISBN : 1118491955

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The Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves by Joel A. Vilensky,Wendy M. Robertson,Carlos Andrés Suárez-Quian Pdf

Author : Stanley Monkhouse
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2005-10-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781139445146

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Cranial Nerves by Stanley Monkhouse Pdf

Cranial nerves are involved in head and neck function, and processes such as eating, speech and facial expression. This clinically oriented survey of cranial nerve anatomy and function was written for students of medicine, dentistry and speech therapy, but will also be useful for postgraduate physicians and GPs, and specialists in head and neck healthcare (surgeons, dentists, speech therapists etc.). After an introductory section surveying cranial nerve organisation and tricky basics such as ganglia, nuclei and brain stem pathways, the nerves are considered in functional groups: (1) for chewing and facial sensation; (2) for pharynx and larynx, swallowing and phonation; (3) autonomic components, taste and smell; (4) vision and eye movements; and (5) hearing and balance. In each chapter, the main anatomical features of each nerve are followed by clinical aspects and details of clinical testing. Simple line diagrams accompany the text. Detailed anatomy is not given.

Author : M. Samii,P. J. Jannetta
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 664 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783642679803

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The Cranial Nerves by M. Samii,P. J. Jannetta Pdf

No special field of surgery dealing with the cranial nerves exists today. This is not surprising in view of the characteristics of this group of morphologically and topo graphically heterogenous nerves. Morphologically we must differentiate between central nerves (I, II and VIII) and the so-called peripheral nerves (nn. III to VII and IX to XII), in which post-lesion rgeneration is quite different. Anatomo-topographi cally we must consider an intracranial and an extracranial part of each cranial nerve. For practical reasons at operation, further subdivisions of the intracranial course of cranial nerves are to be distinguished in the anterior, middle and posterior cranial fossae as well as within the petrous bone. This underscores the extensive tasks awaiting surgeons operating in the ventral part of the brain and facial skull as well as in the more dorsal part of the skull and neck. This very wide field cannot be covered by a single surgical discipline alone. In our opinion, considerable progress has been made in surgery of the cranial nerves only in recent years. This may be explained by the increased mastery of microsurgical techniques by all surgeons in terested in the surgery of the base of the skull as well as with the initiation of more interdisciplinary consultation and jointly performed operations. Possibilities of fu ture development can be discerned in the text. The base of the skull separating the extra-and intracranial part of cranial nerves should not be a barrier but a connect ing link.

Author : Paul Rea
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2016-02-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128036648

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Essential Clinically Applied Anatomy of the Peripheral Nervous System in the Head and Neck by Paul Rea Pdf

Essential Clinically Applied Anatomy of the Nerves in the Head and Neck presents the reader with an easy access format to clinically-applied peripheral nervous system (PNS) anatomy. Perfect for a quick reference to essential details. The chapters review nerves of the head and neck, the origin(s), course, distribution and relevant pathologies affecting each are given, where relevant. The pathologies present typical injuries to the nerves of the PNS, as well as clinical findings on examination and treatments. It details modern clinical approaches to the surgery and other treatments of these nerve pathologies, as applicable to the clinical scenario. Surveys the anatomy of the PNS nerves in the head and neck Includes key facts and summary tables essential to clinical practice Offers a succinct yet comprehensive format with quick and easy access to facts and essential details Includes comprehensive chapters on nerves of the head and neck, discussing origin, course, distribution, and relevant pathologies

Author : Paul Rea
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2015-07-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128030639

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Essential Clinically Applied Anatomy of the Peripheral Nervous System in the Limbs by Paul Rea Pdf

Essential Clinically Applied Anatomy of the Peripheral Nervous System in the Limbs is designed to combine the salient points of the anatomy of the PNS with typical pathologies affecting the nerves of the upper and lower limbs. The book is a quick reference guide for those studying and treating neuromuscular disease such as neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, and clinical neurophysiologists. Readers will find easy-to-access facts about the anatomy of the nerves in the limbs, coupled with clinically applied scenarios relevant to that area being discussed, as well as clinical findings on examination. The book's purpose is to provide the reader with a succinct presentation of the relevant anatomy of the PNS in the limbs and how it is directly applicable to day-to-day clinical scenarios. It presents the reader with an easily accessible format to clinically applied PNS anatomy that is perfect for quick reference. Chapters review the nerves of the upper and lower limbs, and the origins, course, distribution and relevant pathologies affecting each. These pathologies present typical injuries to the nerves of the PNS, as well as clinical findings on examination and treatments. Provides a resource on the anatomy of the PNS nerves in the limbs, including key facts and summary tables that are essential to clinical practice Reports on typical injuries to the nerves of the PNS, as well as clinical findings on examination and treatments Presents a succinct, yet comprehensive, format with quick and easy access facts for quick reference Includes comprehensive chapters on nerves of the upper and lower limbs, discussing origin, course, distribution, and relevant pathologies

Author : Andre Leblanc
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783642794049

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The Cranial Nerves by Andre Leblanc Pdf

Benefits: - Leblancs new investigative technique allows the rapid visualisation of the most vulnerable points of the cranial nerves - the course of each nerve is studied radiologically and anatomically, using dissections, injections, serial macroscopic sections, and x-rays - each cranial nerve is depicted from its origin to the muscle with its intracranial, extracranial, and intracranial pathways - the start of each chapter features an illustration of the cranial nerve as a whole, allowing the reader to quickly memorize the cranial anatomy - unique full-colour illustrations make the atlas a reference of outstanding value to clinicians, researchers and students

Author : Johannes Lang
Publisher : Schattauer Verlag
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Head
ISBN : 3794519477

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Skull Base and Related Structures by Johannes Lang Pdf

Author : Devin K. Binder,D. Christian Sonne
Publisher : Thieme
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781604062502

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Cranial Nerves: Anatomy, Pathology, Imaging by Devin K. Binder,D. Christian Sonne Pdf

Unique...provid[es] clear, concise descriptions...the first of its kind to offer a detailed look at the imaging findings of each cranial nerve in both normal and pathological states.--Journal of NeurosurgeryThis book reaches its objective. It must be part of the library of the neurological surgery student as a useful tool for understanding basic anatomy and physiology, as well as the most common pathologies and the basic neuroradiology of the cranial nerves. We strongly recommend it.-- World NeurosurgeryThis book is of interest to everyone who aims a solid understanding of the cranial nerves. --Central European NeurosurgeryThis beautifully illustrated book combines a detailed exposition of the anatomy and function of the cranial nerves with practical coverage of clinical concepts for the assessment and differential diagnosis of cranial nerve dysfunction. An introductory chapter provides a brief overview of cranial nerve anatomy and function, skull base anatomy, classification of pathologies, and imaging approaches. Each of the twelve chapters that follow is devoted to in-depth coverage of a different cranial nerve. These chapters open with detailed discussion of the various functions of each nerve and normal anatomy. The authors then describe common lesions and present a series of cases that are complemented by CT images and MRIs to illustrate disease entities that result in cranial nerve dysfunction.Features Concise descriptions in a bulleted outline format enable rapid reading and review Tables synthesize key information related to anatomy, function, pathology, and imaging More than 300 high-quality illustrations and state-of-the-art CT and MR images demonstrate important anatomic concepts and pathologic findings Pearls emphasize clinical information and key imaging findings for diagnosis and treatment Appendices include detailed information on brainstem anatomy, pupil and eye movement control, parasympathetic ganglia, and cranial nerve reflexes This book is an indispensable reference for practicing physicians and trainees in neurosurgery, neurology, neuroradiology, radiology, and otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. It will also serve as a valuable resource for students seeking to gain a solid understanding of the anatomy, function, and pathology of the cranial nerves.

Author : Linda Wilson-Pauwels,E. J. Akesson,Patricia A. Stewart
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015062496651

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Cranial Nerves by Linda Wilson-Pauwels,E. J. Akesson,Patricia A. Stewart Pdf

Ultrasound in Liquid and Solid Metals focuses on the effect of intensive ultrasound on metals, including the analysis of the development of cavitation and acoustic flows in melts, mechanism of metals' spraying and crystallization, the formation of dislocation structure in crystals, diffusion, phase transformation, and plastic deformation. Physical fundamentals of intensive ultrasound effects are covered, and detailed discussions are presented on the engineering principles of equipment and material design for the practical use of ultrasound in the refining of melts, crystallization of ingots and molds, pulverization, plating, pressure working of metals, surface strengthening, and other processes.

Author : Adam J. Fisch
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780190259587

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Neuroanatomy by Adam J. Fisch Pdf

'Neuroanatomy' teaches neuroanatomy in a purely kinesthetic way. In using this work, the reader draws each neuroanatomical pathway and structure, and in the process, creates memorable and reproducible schematics for the various learning points in Neuroanatomy in a hands-on, enjoyable and highly effective manner. In addition to this unique method, it also provides a remarkable repository of reference materials, including numerous anatomic and radiographic brain images and illustrations from many other classic texts to enhance the learning experience