Neurology: A Queen Square Textbook

by Editor: Charles Clarke (National Hospital For Neurology and Neurosurgery, University College Hospitals, London); Editor: Robin Howard (National Hospital For Neurology and Neurosurgery, University College Hospitals, London); Editor: Martin Rossor (

• ISBN13: 9781444311693
• ISBN10: 1444311697
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2009-04-01
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Summary

Neurology: A Queen Square Textbook is a remarkable fusion of modern neuroscience with traditional neurology that will inform and intrigue trainee and experienced neurologists alike.Modern neuroscience has penetrated exciting and diverse frontiers into the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of neurological disease. Clinical neurology, whilst greatly enhanced by dramatic advances in molecular biology, genetics, neurochemistry and physiology, remains deeply rooted in practical traditions: the history from the patient and the elicitation of physical signs.Neurologists, neuroscientists and neurosurgeons working at Queen Square, and advised by an international editorial team, have combined their expertise and experience to produce this unique text. The synthesis of clinical neurology with translational research provides a fresh perspective which is Practical Multidisciplinary Translational IntegrativeThe blend of new science and proven practice underpins this creative approach towards investigating and improving the care of patients suffering from neurological diseases.About Queen Square The world-renowned National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery and UCL Institute of Neurology, based in Queen Square, London, have an international reputation for training, research and patient care. Research at both institutions leads developments in translational medicine that are transforming the treatment of neurological disease.

Table of Contents

Neurology Worldwide: the Burden of Neurological Disease

Nervous System Structure and Function

The Language of Neurology: Symptoms, Signs and Basic Investigations

Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases

Movement Disorders

Epilepsy and Related Disorders

Cognitive Impairment and Dementia

Infection in the Nervous System

Nerve and Muscle Disease

Multiple Sclerosis and Demyelinating Diseases

Headache

Cranial Nerve Disorders

Neuro-Ophthalmology

Neuro-Otology

Spinal Cord Disorders

Cerebellar Ataxias and Related Conditions

Restorative and Rehabilitation Neurology

Toxic, Metabolic and Physical Insults to the Nervous System

Disorders of Consciousness, Intensive Care Neurology and Sleep

Neuro-Oncology

Psychiatry and Neurology

Pain

Autonomic Dysfunction

Uro-Neurology

Systemic Conditions and Neurology

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