Published April, 2013
By M. A. Hayat
Publisher: Springer
Series: Tumors of the Central Nervous System
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The most recent developments in diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of Gliomas (Glioblastoma) in the brain are presented. The identification and validation of brain cancer (glioblastoma) genes are discussed. The use of surgical resection, chemotherapy (e.g., temozolomide), immunotherapy, and radiotherapy for malignant glioblastoma are pointed out.

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Published April, 2013
By Brooke Swearingen and Beverly M. K. Biller
Publisher: Springer (Springer-Verlag New York Inc.)
Series: Endocrine Updates
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In Cushing's Disease, leading authorities in the field offer a thorough review of the pathogenesis, diagnostic algorithm and treatment options for this complex disease.

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Published April, 2013
By Madjid Samii and Venelin Gerganov
Publisher: Springer (Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K)
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It will enable neurosurgeons in the initial years of training to understand and become familiar with the main steps in surgical management while simultaneously providing their senior colleagues with details and technical tips that will help to improve treatment results.

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Published April, 2013
By Karol Miller
Publisher: Springer (Springer-Verlag New York Inc.)
Series: Biological and Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering
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Biomechanics of the Brain will present an introduction to brain anatomy for engineers and scientists.

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Published April, 2013
By Ossama Al-Mefty
Publisher: Springer (Springer-Verlag New York Inc.)
Series: Foundations of Neurological Surgery
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Published April, 2013
By Cathy Cartwright, Donna C. Wallace and Cathy C. Cartwright
Publisher: Springer (Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K)
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This book offers a detailed reference for nurses, explaining pathophysiology, anatomy, radiodiagnostic testing and treatment options for each neurosurgical diagnosis. Includes case studies, impact on families, patient and family education, and practice pearls.

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Published April, 2013
By L. Santiago Medina, Pina C. Sanelli and Jeffrey G. Jarvik
Publisher: Springer (Springer-Verlag New York Inc.)
Series: Evidence-Based Imaging
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Evidence-Based Neuroimaging is a user-friendly guide that employs evidence-based medicine criteria to systematically review the evidence defining the appropriate use of medical imaging for the brain, spine, head, and neck.

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Published March, 2013
By Pascal M Jabbour
Publisher: Jaypee Medical (Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers)
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Comprehensive guide to the latest techniques in neurovascular surgery, covering a wide range of neurovascular diseases in both open surgical and endovascular aspects of treatment.

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Published March, 2013
By Alexander R. Vaccaro, Alexander Vaccaro, Jason Eck and Jason C. Eck
Publisher: Jaypee Medical (Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers)
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Comprehensive review of spine surgery, discussing traditional and new techniques. Focuses on procedures for different parts of the spine - cervical, thoracic and lumbosacral, presenting expanded coverage of all aspects of spine surgery.

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Published March, 2013
By Harutomo Hasegawa, Matthew Crocker and Pawan Singh Minhas
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Series: Oxford Case Histories
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Part of the Oxford Case Histories series, this volume includes 65 neurosurgical cases and additional material covering core topics specified in the UK Neurosurgical Training Curriculum.

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