Handbook of Pediatric Neurosurgery

An essential backpack-size resource on the treatment of pediatric neurological conditions Pediatric neurosurgery has witnessed considerable technological advances, resulting in more efficacious outcomes for young patients with hydrocephalus, epilepsy, brain tumors, spinal deformities, and a host of other conditions. The art of pediatric neurosurgery is a delicate balancing actmdash;taking into account child and parents and emotional and disease challenges. As such, the management of serious neurological conditions in pediatric patients must encompass the big picture in addition to treating underlying pathologies. Handbook of Pediatric Neurosurgery by George Jallo, Karl Kothbauer, and Violette Recinos covers the full depth and breadth of this uniquely rewarding subspecialty including congenital, developmental, and acquired disorders. The latest information is provided on anatomy, radiological imaging, and principles guiding the surgical and nonsurgical management of a full spectrum of neurological pathologies impacting infants and children. The book is divided into 11 sections and 56 chapters with state-of-the-art procedures, best practices, and clinical pearls from top pediatric neurosurgeons. Key Features Cranial disorders including Chiari malformations, encephaloceles, Dandy-Walker malformation, and craniosynostosis Benign and malignant tumorsmdash;from the hypothalamus and optic pathways to the brainstem and spinal column Spinal abnormalities such as spina bifida, tethered cord, and scoliosis Clinical questions and answers at the end of chaptersmdash;ideal for self-testing and exam prep Comprehensive and compact, this is the perfect backpack reference for neurosurgery residents and pediatric neurosurgery fellows to carry on rounds. It is also a must-have resource for seasoned pediatric neurosurgeons and all practitioners entrusted with the neurological care of pediatric patients.

Table of Contents:
Section I General and Critical Care 1 ICP Management 2 Pain Management for Pediatric Neurosurgical Patients Section II Neuroradiology 3 Conventional Radiography 4 Ultrasonography 5 Computed Tomography 6 Conventional Magnetic Resonance Imaging 7 Advanced MRI Techniques Section III Neurology 8 The Neurological Examination of the Infant and Child 9 Spinal Cord Tracts and Development 10 Migration Disorders 11 Neurofibromatosis Type 1 12 Medical Management for Epilepsy Section IV Tumor 13 Pediatric Scalp and Skull Lesions 14 Supratentorial Tumors 15 Hypothalamic and Optic Pathway Tumors 16 Craniopharyngiomas and Other Sellar Tumors 17 Germ Cell Tumors 18 Pineal Region Tumors 19 Intraventricular Tumors in Children 20 Posterior Fossa Tumors 21 Brainstem Gliomas 22 Intramedullary Spinal Cord Tumors 23 Tumors of the Spinal Column Section V Cerebrovascular Disorders 24 Aneurysms 25 Arteriovenous Malformations 26 Pediatric Cavernous Malformations Section VI Developmental and Congenital Cranial Disorders 27 Chiari Malformations 28 Encephaloceles 29 Congenital Arachnoid Cysts 30 Neuroenteric Cysts 31 Intracranial Lipomas 32 The Dandy-Walker Malformation: Disorders of Cerebellar Development and Their Management 33 Craniosynostosis 34 Management of Craniofacial Syndromes 35 Germinal Matrix Hemorrhage in Premature Infants 36 Surgical Management of Hydrocephalus 37 Treatment of Hydrocephalus in the Developing World Section VII Developmental and Congential Spinal Disorders 38 Abnormalities of the Craniocervical Junction and Cervical Spine 39 Spina Bifida: Classification and Management 40 Pathophysiology and Management of Tethered Cord (Including Myelomeningocele) 41 Intraspinal Lipomas 42 Scoliosis 43 Achondroplasia Section VIII Functional Disorders 44 The Evaluation and Classification of Epilepsy 45 Surgical Management of Childhood Epilepsy: Temporal and Extratemporal Pathologies 46 Surgical Management of Childhood Epilepsy: Corpus Callosotomy and Vagal Nerve Stimulation 47 Surgical Management of Pediatric Spasticity Section IX Trauma 48 Neonatal Brachial Plexus Injury 49 Pediatric Spine Trauma 50 Pediatric Peripheral Nervous System Trauma 51 Management of Pediatric Head Trauma 52 Abusive Head Trauma Section X Infections 53 Evaluation and Management of Pediatric Intracranial Infections 54 Evaluation and Management of Pediatric Spinal Infections 55 Surgical Considerations in Tuberculosis, Fungal, and Parasitic Infections of CNS in Children Section XI Operating Room Basics 56 Neuronavigation in Pediatric Neurosurgery