ATLAS OF EMERGENCY NEUROSURGERY

Atlas of Emergency Neurosurgery , part of the Neurosurgical Operative Atlas Series co-published by Thieme and the AANS, is a step-by-step visual guide to performing surgical procedures used in neurotrauma as well as non-traumatic emergency cases. The chapters address such topics as cerebral trauma and stroke, shunt failure, central nervous system infection, pituitary apoplexy, and reconstructive procedures. Special sections on pediatrics as well military-related injuries are also included.

Key Features:

- More than 500 beautiful, full-color illustrations help clarify each procedure
- Contains the most current information on how to perform emergency neurosurgical procedures
- Concise presentation of procedures gives readers quick, easy access to key information

This atlas is an ideal guide for neurosurgery residents who are participating in emergency procedures while on call and need to deal with operative trauma situations. It is also an excellent practical reference for neurosurgeons performing emergency neurosurgical interventions on a regular basis.

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Authors
Jamie Ullman, MD, FACS
Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine
North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset
New York, USA

P. B. Raksin, MD
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
Rothman Institute
Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA, USA

Contents
I Cerebral Trauma and Stroke
II Spinal Emergency Procedures
III Non-traumatic Emergencies
IV Emergency Operations in Combat
V Reconstructive Surgery
VI Special Considerations in Pediatric Emergency
Neurosurgery