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Greenberg's Handbook of Neurosurgery, 10th Edition |
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Doody's Core Title (2024 Edition)
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2.73
(Health Sciences - Neurosurgery) Essential Purchase Title
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ISBN: 978-1-68420-504-2,
1990 pages,
Soft Cover ISBN-10: 1-68420-504-2 |
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Copyright: |
2023 |
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Edition: |
10th |
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Author: |
Greenberg, Mark S., MD, FAANS |
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Specialties:
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Neurosurgery |
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Publisher: |
Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. |
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List Price: |
$119.99 |
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At A Glance
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Unlike traditional medical textbooks, the origins of the now legendary Handbook of Neurosurgery by Mark Greenberg took root in the late 1980s in the notes the author kept while taking care of his patients, from his weekly grand rounds presentations, and in the literature he read. Now in its 10th edition, the book that is often referred to as the "bible for neurosurgeons" has grown organically over the years to include more topics of importance to those who provide healthcare to patients with neurologic ailments, and to reflect advances in the understanding and management of the underlying conditions and diseases. Throughout 23 sections and 116 chapters, the generously illustrated text covers information ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics. The comprehensive, conveniently compact book provides detailed, high-value, and actionable information that can be quickly accessed to enhance patient management, thereby eliminating the need to wade through superfluous material. It is also a perfect study companion for board examination and preparation for the maintenance of certification. This 10th edition of the Handbook of Neurosurgery includes newly updated information for the classification of tumors from the 5th edition of the WHO Classification of Tumors series, numerous new figures and tables, and revisions throughout. Learn more and order here.
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Reviewer:
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Gabriel Gonzales-Portillo,
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(University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine)
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Are the author's objectives met? |
10 |
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Is this written at an appropriate level? |
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Is there significant duplication? (1=significant, 5=insignificant) |
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Is this a worthwhile contribution to the field? |
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If this is a 2nd or later edition, is this new edition needed? |
10 |
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Reviewer:
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Gabriel Gonzales-Portillo,
MD
(University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine)
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Description
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The book covers the fundamentals of neurosurgery while also providing in-depth, up to date literature on the topic. The format allows for easy interpretation and holistic review of every topic presented. The new tenth edition includes updated classification systems. The previous edition was published in 2019. |
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Purpose
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This book's purpose is to provide readers with a comprehensive review of all things related to neurosurgery. The book accomplishes that by providing up to date information that is critically useful in the care of neurosurgical patients. This book serves as an excellent overview of neurosurgical topics that allows for quick references to insightful information. |
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Audience
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The book's audience is neurosurgical practitioners, residents, and students interested in the field. The book meets the needs of the audience by providing complex but comprehensive reviews of neurosurgical topics. Dr. Greenberg and accompanying authors are credible authorities in the field of neurosurgery. Dr. Greenberg has had continued success with this book, and it is essential to all neurosurgical providers. |
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Features
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The book is extremely thorough and comprehensive. Topics include anatomy and physiology, neurology, imaging and diagnostics, developmental abnormalities, coma and brain death, infection, hydrocephalus and cerebrospinal fluid, seizures, pain, peripheral nerves, neurophthalmology and neurotology, tumors of the nervous and related systems, other tumors and tumor-like conditions, head trauma, spine trauma, non-traumatic spine and spinal cord conditions, subarachnoid hemorrhage and aneurysms, vascular malformations, stroke and occlusive cerebrovascular disease, intracerebral hemorrhage, procedures, interventions, and operations. The contents page and index allow for quick identification of relevant chapters. The print is easy to read and follow in a systematic way with the appropriate number of illustrations. |
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Assessment
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The book is a gold standard for other subspecialties. It is very comprehensive and easy to use. It provides the essentials of neurosurgical topics necessary for treatment of patients. The book is an updated version that uses newly approved classification systems including the WHO classifications. |
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