Neurosurgery: A Case-Based Approach [Hardcover]

This book describes neurosurgical cases following the format of the clinical handover. Each case has a one line summary and differential diagnosis, appropriate interpretation of illustrated radiological studies, further ancillary tests, and management options. When appropriate, scoring/scaling systems and detailed anatomy are described, as well as basic surgical techniques and approaches. The information provided is evidence-based, referring to the relevant publications. 

Neurosurgery: A Case-Based Approach is aimed at junior neurosurgical trainees, both when studying for their exams and enhancing their ability to handover to colleagues.

Head Trauma

 

1.     Contusion

2.     Depressed skull fracture

4.     Extradural Haematoma 

5.     Acute Subdural Haematoma

7.     Severe Traumatic Brain Injury - Brainstem Death Tests

 

Spine Injuries

 

2.     Odontoid Peg fracture

3.     Cervical traumatic disc prolapse

5.     L1 burst fracture