Author Description
Part Of The Neurosurgery By Example Series, This Volume On Neurotrauma 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 Neurotrauma, Including Hematoma, Injury To The Sinuses, Concussion, Orbital Trauma, Penetrating Brain Injuries, 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, Neurotrauma Is Appropriate For Neurosurgeons Who Wish To Learn More About A Subspecialty, And Those Preparing For The American Board Of Neurological Surgery Oral Examination.
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THE THESIS
This volume investigates the clinical management of neurotrauma through a case-based framework designed to optimize surgical decision-making and patient outcomes. Edited by Christopher J. Madden and Jack Jallo, the text utilizes a series of exemplary clinical scenarios to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. It serves as a structured guide for neurosurgeons to refine their diagnostic accuracy and procedural proficiency in both common and complex trauma cases.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed analysis of hematomas, orbital trauma, and penetrating brain injuries
- Pivot points for managing atypical or complex patient presentations
- Evidence-based reviews of surgical procedures and post-operative care
- Clinical pearls for complication management and board examination preparation
Scope Limits
- Does not provide an exhaustive encyclopedia of all neurological conditions
- Focuses primarily on surgical intervention rather than general neurology or non-surgical trauma management
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts identify this text as a highly practical resource for neurosurgeons preparing for board examinations and those seeking to refine their subspecialty skills. Readers frequently note the clarity of the case-based approach and the utility of the pivot points in navigating complex clinical situations.
Page Count:
320
Publication Date:
2019-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190936266
ISBN-13:
9780190936266
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