Author Description
Part Of The Neurosurgery By Example Series, This Volume On Spinal Neurosurgery Presents Exemplary Cases In Which Renowned Authors Guide Readers Through The Assessment And Planning, Decision Making, Surgical Procedure, After Care, And Complication Management Of Common And Uncommon Disorders. The Cases Explore The Spectrum Of Clinical Diversity And Complexity Within Spinal Neurosurgery, Including Occipital Cervical Dislocation, Cervical Myelopathy, Thoracic Cord Compression, Lumbar Stenosis, And More. Each Chapter Also Contains 'pivot Points' That Illuminate Changes Required To Manage Patients In Alternate Or Atypical Situations, And Pearls For Accurate Diagnosis, Successful Treatment, And Effective Complication Management. Containing A Focused Review Of Medical Evidence And Expected Outcomes, Spinal Neurosurgery Is Appropriate For Neurosurgeons Who Wish To Learn More About A Subspecialty, And Those Preparing For The American Board Of Neurological Surgery Oral Examination.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
How can neurosurgeons optimize clinical decision-making and surgical outcomes for a diverse range of spinal pathologies? Drs. Christopher Maulucci and James Harrop, both established experts in the field, curate a collection of exemplary clinical cases to provide a structured framework for assessment, surgical intervention, and complication management. By analyzing both common and complex disorders, the authors offer a practical methodology for navigating the intricacies of spinal neurosurgery.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed clinical case studies covering occipital cervical dislocation, cervical myelopathy, thoracic cord compression, and lumbar stenosis.
- 'Pivot Points' that outline necessary procedural adjustments for atypical patient presentations.
- Evidence-based reviews of medical literature and expected patient outcomes.
- Clinical pearls for diagnosis and management specifically tailored for board examination preparation.
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on surgical management and decision-making rather than basic spinal anatomy or non-surgical conservative treatments.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts in the field, including department chairs and academic professors, identify this work as a highly effective resource for both practicing surgeons and those preparing for the American Board of Neurological Surgery oral examinations. Readers frequently note the practical utility of the case-based format and the inclusion of specific pearls for managing complex clinical scenarios.
Page Count:
320
Publication Date:
2018-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190887788
ISBN-13:
9780190887780
Neurosurgery
Medical
Professional Reference
Spine surgery
Orthopedics