Neurological and Neurosurgical Emergencies
- 1st Edition - April 20, 2024
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Editors: Indu Kapoor, Hemanshu Prabhakar, Charu Mahajan
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 9 1 3 2 - 9
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 5 6 6 2 - 5
Neurological and Neurosurgical Emergencies addresses emergencies in all fields of neuroscience, including disciplines like Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neuroanaesthesia, and Neuroradi… Read more
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Request a sales quoteNeurological and Neurosurgical Emergencies addresses emergencies in all fields of neuroscience, including disciplines like Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neuroanaesthesia, and Neuroradiology. This volume covers neurosurgical emergencies, like hydrocephalus, brain edema, intracranial bleed, intracranial hematoma, infection, and trauma, alongside neurovascular emergencies like acute ischemic stroke, non-traumatic, aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage, carotid cavernous fistula, and arteriovenous malformation.
In addition, the book discusses common emergencies in neurology, including status epilepticus, refractory epilepsy, super-refractory epilepsy, and neuromuscular disorders. Beginning with neurological examination of patients through to anesthetic management of various emergencies, this book features clear images that accompany each emergency with learner-friendly features such as flow-charts, figures, text boxes, and algorithms. This book provides insights into all possible aspects of emergency management and the anesthetic management of such patients.
- Covers all neurological and neurosurgical emergencies during the perioperative period
- Offers practical approaches in the treatment and management of such patients in operation theatre, neuroradiological suites, and intensive care units
- Discusses practical and evidence-based concepts of neuroanaesthesia
- Details the latest guidelines in patient management
Neurosurgeons, neurologists, residents, fellows, trainees, and practitioners working in neuro-emergency settings, operation theatres, radiological suites and critical care units
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- List of contributors
- About the editors
- Foreword
- Neurologic emergencies in the age of Aequanimitas
- Preface
- Acknowledgment
- Chapter one. Introduction
- Abstract
- Categorization of neurosurgical emergencies
- References
- Chapter two. Basics of neurosciences [anatomy, physiology and pharmacology]
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Embryology
- Anatomy of the brain
- Cerebrum
- Diencephalon
- Brainstem
- The ventricular system
- Arterial supply of brain
- Venous drainage
- Neurophysiology
- Cerebral blood flow
- Cerebral autoregulation
- Intracranial pressure
- Neuropharmacology
- Drugs for specific use in neurosurgery
- Steroids
- References
- Chapter three. Basic neurological examination
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Focused neurological examinations
- Assessment of coma
- Full outline of unresponsiveness score
- Assessment of delirium
- Confusion assessment method criteria
- Cranial nerves examination
- Clinical examination of saccades
- Blink-to-threat
- Nystagmus
- Pupillary response
- Ophthalmoscopic examination
- Oculocephalic reflex (doll’s eye test)
- Caloric testing
- Corneal reflex
- Gag reflex
- Cough reflex
- Evaluation of signs of meningeal irritation
- Motor examination
- Superficial reflexes
- Primitive reflexes
- Abnormal posture or movement
- Coordination and gait
- Sensory examination
- References
- Chapter four. Acute hydrocephalus
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Anatomy and physiology
- Pathophysiology
- Etiology and classification
- Management
- Normal pressure hydrocephalus
- Long-term prognosis in children with HCP
- Conclusion
- References
- Chapter five. Pneumoencephalus
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- Epidemiology
- Etiology
- Pathophysiology
- Diagnosis
- Management and treatment
- Prognosis
- References
- Chapter Six. Brain edema
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- Pathophysiology of cerebral edema
- Mechanism of cerebral edema in common neurological pathologies
- Diagnosis of cerebral edema
- Clinical findings
- Monitoring of intracranial pressure
- Types of invasive ICP monitors
- ICP waveform analysis
- Treatment of brain edema
- Conclusion
- References
- Chapter Seven. Cerebral herniation: pathophysiology and clinical implications
- Abstract
- Brain herniation syndromes
- Treatment
- Key learning points
- References
- Chapter Eight. Brain abscess
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- The history: chronological order of major events
- Epidemiology
- Pathogenesis
- Risk factors and predisposing conditions
- Microbiologic etiology
- Clinical presentation
- Comorbidities
- Evaluation and diagnosis
- Neuroimaging
- Advanced MRI techniques
- Treatment
- Antimicrobial therapy and antibiotics
- Steroids
- Anticonvulsants
- Surgical treatment
- Early complications, outcome, and prognosis
- References
- Chapter Nine. Intracerebral hemorrhage
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- Etiology
- Diagnostics
- Medical management
- Surgical management
- Prognosis
- References
- Chapter ten. Traumatic brain injury
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- Epidemiology
- 1 Biomarkers in traumatic brain injury
- 2 Assessment of outcome
- What’s new in traumatic brain injury care and management?
- References
- Chapter eleven. Traumatic spine injury
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- Mechanisms of spine injury
- Mechanical injury
- Cervical spine fracture classification
- Cardiovascular autonomic dysfunction
- Transport
- Classification and clinical manifestations
- Pharmacological management
- Neurogenic shock treatment
- Airway management in the tSCI
- Respiratory dysfunction in patients with traumatic spinal cord injury
- Surgical management
- References
- Chapter twelve. Acute ischemic stroke
- Abstracts
- Case history
- Introduction
- Classification
- Risk factors
- Treatment and prevention
- Treatment for cerebral infarction
- Prevention of cerebral infarction
- Fundings
- Conflict of interest
- Reference
- Chapter THIRTEEN. Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- Epidemiology
- Risk factors
- Management of aSAH patient
- Monitoring
- CT diagnostic and lumbar puncture
- Angiography
- Interventional treatment
- Anesthesia for aSAH
- General complications
- Seizures
- Hydrocephalus
- Tracheostomy
- Delayed cerebral ischemia
- Neuroendocrine dysfunction
- Summary
- References
- Chapter fourteen. Carotid cavernous fistula
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- The anatomy of cavernous sinus
- Carotid-cavernous sinus fistula
- Etiology
- Clinical presentations
- The radiographic investigation
- Treatment
- Conclusion
- References
- Chapter fifteen. Arteriovenous malformations
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Part 1: a case involving a brain arteriovenous malformation
- Part 2: a case involving a spinal arteriovenous malformation
- Conclusions
- References
- Chapter sixteen. Vein of Galen malformation
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- VOGM: anatomy, embryology, angioarchitecture
- Clinical and pathophysiological correlates
- Classification, natural history, clinical presentation, and diagnosis
- Treatment options
- Indications for emergent/urgent endovascular embolization
- Initial medical management and stabilization
- Periprocedural management: anesthetic considerations
- Endovascular embolization: technical considerations
- Preanesthetic evaluation
- Preneurointervention preparation
- Anesthetic management
- Postprocedure management
- Conclusions
- References
- Chapter seventeen. Epilepsy
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- Emergency management of epilepsy and seizures
- Emergency treatment of acute seizures
- Conclusions
- References
- Chapter eighteen. Myasthenia gravis
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- Pathogenesis
- Epidemiology of MG
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Specific considerations in the emergency department and intensive care unit
- References
- Chapter nineteen. Guillain–Barré Syndrome
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- Antecedent events
- Pathogenesis
- Classification
- Clinical presentation
- Diagnostic approach
- Laboratory investigations
- Management
- Supportive therapies
- Immunomodulatory therapies
- Management options for clinical progression
- Treatment-related fluctuations
- IVIg versus PLEX: a complex dilemma
- Rehabilitation
- Anesthesia in GBS patients
- References
- Chapter twenty. Central nervous system infection
- Abstract
- Case history
- Introduction
- Nosocomial infection of central nervous system: definitions and risk factors
- Conclusions
- References
- Index
- Edition: 1
- Published: April 20, 2024
- Imprint: Academic Press
- No. of pages: 552
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780443191329
- eBook ISBN: 9780443156625
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Indu Kapoor
Indu Kapoor, MBBS, MD from the prestigious institute Lady Hardinge Medical College [LHMC] and MD from UCMS Delhi is currently serving as an Additional Professor in the department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. She has more than 80 research papers published in national and international journals across the globe and numerous chapter contributions in reputed titles. She has also been awarded with the reputed Dr. TN. JHA Memorial Award by the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists and Smt. Chandra and Sh. Narayan Wadhwani Memorial Award.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care, Neurosciences Center, AIIMS, New Delhi, IndiaHP
Hemanshu Prabhakar
Dr. Hemanshu Prabhakar, MD, PhD, FSNCC, is a Professor at the Department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India. He is a recipient of the AIIMS Excellence Award 2012 for his notable contribution to academia and has published over 350 papers in peer-reviewed national and international journals. Dr. Prabhakar is a Reviewer for various national and international journals and is also a Review Author for the Cochrane Collaboration. He has a special interest in the evidence-based practice of neuroanesthesia and ERAS. Dr. Prabhakar is a Member of various national and international neuroanesthesia societies and is the Past Secretary of the Indian Society of Neuroanesthesia and Critical Care (ISNACC) and the Society of Neurocritical Care (SNCC). He is also the Immediate Past President of the SNCC. To date, he has published more than 25 books on neuroanesthesia and neurocritical care. He is featured in the Limca Book of Records as a prolific Writer in the field of neuroanesthesiology. He actively collaborates on research activities among the low-income and middle-income countries.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care, Neurosciences Center, AIIMS, New Delhi, IndiaCM
Charu Mahajan
Charu Mahajan, MBBS, MD, DM is currently working as an Additional Professor in the Department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. She has research experience of over a decade backing her profile and has been awarded with the prestigious NBM Gold medal in the subject of surgery in the year 2003. She has more than 50 publications to her name in the form of books and journal alike. She is also the reviewer of various prestigious national journals like the Neurology India and Indian Journal of Anaesthesia and is the member of various scientific bodies such as the SNACC, ISNACC and ISA.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care, Neurosciences Center, AIIMS, New Delhi, IndiaRead Neurological and Neurosurgical Emergencies on ScienceDirect