Publisher's Synopsis
This reference text and CD-ROM for the understanding and management of neurosurgical problems provides a detailed underlying scientific basis for the aetiology, pathophysiology and diagnosis of neurosurgical disease. This edition includes new and updated chapters providing information and techniques in areas such as: positron emission tomography; neuroendoscopy; frameless stereotaxy; shunt infection; treatment of aneurysms; birth trauma; central nervous system transplantation; and radiosurgery of arteriovenous malformations.