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Principles and Practice of Pediatric Neurosurgery | 
 enlarge | Authors: Leland Albright, Ian Pollack, P. Adelson, Robin Humphreys, Timothy George, Michael Painter, Benjamin Warf, Nalin Gupta, Warwick Peacock, Patrick Mcdonald, James Rutka, Harold Rekate, John Kestle, James Drake, Marion Walker
Publisher: Thieme New York
Category: Book
List Price: $299.95
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Sales Rank: 342096
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 2nd
Pages: 1296
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 8.3
Dimensions (in): 11.2 x 9 x 2.1
ISBN: 1588903958
Dewey Decimal Number: 617.480083
EAN: 9781588903952
ASIN: 1588903958
Publication Date: August 15, 2007
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A comprehensive "Who's Who" of pediatric neurosurgery, this new reference offers specialists a fully integrated approach to pediatric neurosurgery, with all current information on the mechanics of normal and abnormal function of the pediatric spine and brain. In 69 chapters, nearly 1,500 pages, with contributions by more than 100 of the most prominent neurosurgeons in the world, and covering all advances in epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment, this volume sets a new standard in pediatric neurosurgery! The book has several features that make it especially easy and practical to use: * State-of-the art treatment protocols and recommendations, some never presented before * Frequent use of algorithms to allow you to quickly access information and develop management strategies * Superbly organized format; each chapter can serve as an expert update on the topic * Brief editorial commentary on special points of procedure and controversies provide an added dimension * Clear, visually appealing layout with nearly 900 illustrations, figures, charts, and graphs From coverage of such emerging areas as endoscopy in the treatment of hydrocephalus, new therapies for spasticity and other movement disorders, and surgical treatment for hydrocephalus, to foundation-building sections on embryology, prenatal care and management, genetic associations, clinical classification of disorders, indications for treatment, and surgical procedures, the book is packed with timely clinical information. Together with its companion volume, Operative Techniques in Pediatric Neurosurgery, these two volumes will serve as the "bible" for all physicians in the field, eliminating the need to search further in multiple sources. Pediatric neurosurgery is a field that has taken great strides and continues to progress; this book synthesizes the newest information and points the way to future developments. It is an invaluable professional tool that will be referred to regularl
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