Cavernous malformations can lead to significant neurologic symptoms - from nerve pain, weakness and coordination difficulties to visual loss, memory deficits, and speech impairment, and even extending as far as intractable epilepsy and paralysis. At 3-7% incidence in the general population is small but significant, yet the current literature does not offer comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of this condition. This volume it the HCN series is an evidence-based compendium which addresses both the scientific and clinical aspects of this unique disease process. The volume covers didactic aspects, such as the epidemiology, etiology, and diagnosis of cavernous malformations, while also providing expert clinical information on the management and treatment of these lesions. In addition, it provides coverage of modern-day advances in the genetics of cavernous malformations, as well as discussion regarding future open research questions. Readers from the laboratory bench to the bedside can expect a broad yet objective review of this pathology, with updates from the latest scientific literature and data supporting current practices. Offers an evidence-based focus with coverage of both the scientific and clinical aspects of cavernous malformationsAddresses epidemiology, etiology, diagnosis, and geneticsClinical insights regarding indications for surgery, surgical techniques, outcomes, and prognostic factors drawn from the authors' extensive experiencesEdited work with chapters authored by leaders in the field around the globe - the broadest, most expert coverage available INDICE: 1. Natural History of Cerebral Cavernous Malformations2. Natural History of Spinal Cavernous Malformations3. Genetics of Cavernous Malformations4. Epidemiology of Cavernous Malformations5. Radiology and Imaging for Cavernous Malformations6. Pathology of Cavernous Malformations7. Developmental Venous Anomalies and Supratentorial Cavernous Malformations8. Supratentorial Cavernous Malformations9. Brainstem and Cerebellar Cavernous Malformations10. Thalamic Cavernous Malformations11. Spinal Cavernous Malformations12. Radiosurgery13. Pharmacotherapy
- ISBN: 978-0-444-63628-7
- Editorial: Elsevier
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 600
- Fecha Publicación: 01/06/2017
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés