Neurosurgery Case Review: Questions and Answers

An ideal resource for board exam preparation, this review distills the essentials of neurosurgery in a user-friendly question and answer format. Divided into three main sections, this text presents a comprehensive collection of cases covering intracranial pathology, spinal and peripheral nerve pathology, and neurology. Each chapter opens by detailing the clinical presentation of a problem frequently encountered in everyday practice followed by a list of questions and answers designed to test the reader’s knowledge of diagnostic techniques, imaging, surgical indications, treatment options, potential complications, and outcomes.<br><br>Highlights:<br>- Contributions from internationally recognized authorities in the main subspecialties of neurosurgery, including neurosurgical oncology, skull base surgery, vascular neurosurgery, spine surgery, pediatric neurosurgery, peripheral nerve surgery, and epilepsy surgery<br>- Succinct bullet-point format and consistent presentation in each chapter for rapid review of essential concepts<br>- Detailed coverage of common and rare neurologic pathologies<br>- More than 500 high-quality images, including 76 full-color illustrations that demonstrate important concepts<br>- Valuable references to current evidence-based scientific data<br><br>This book is an indispensable tool for neurosurgeons, residents, and fellows preparing for their oral board or recertification examinations. With its highly accessible presentation, this book will also be a valuable refresher for clinicians and a useful reference for students preparing for rounds.