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This volume, part of the second edition of the classic Neurosurgical Operative Atlas series, presents the latest techniques for managing the full range of spinal and peripheral nerve problems. Each chapter addresses a different surgical procedure, guiding the reader through patient selection, preoperative preparation, anesthetic techniques, patient monitoring, and surgical techniques and outcomes. The authors also discuss common complications and offer tips for how to avoid and manage them. Spine and Peripheral Nerves is ideal for residents to study and for established surgeons seeking a quick refresher in preparation for surgery. Neurosurgeons, orthopedists, and plastic surgeons will benefit from the wealth of information provided in this up-to-date clinical reference. Highlights: * Renowned experts in the field share their clinical insights and extensive experience * Concise, step-by-step descriptions enable the reader to rapidly review techniques * More than 750 illustrations and images demonstrate key concepts * Organized by anatomical location to aid quick reference Series description: The American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Thieme have collaborated to produce the second edition of the acclaimed Neurosurgical Operative Atlas series. Edited by leading experts in the field, the series covers the entire spectrum of neurosurgery in five volumes. In addition to Spine and Peripheral Nerves, the series also features: Neuro-Oncology, edited by Behnam Badie Vascular Neurosurgery, edited by R. Loch Macdonald Functional Neurosurgery, edited by Philip Starr, Nicholas M. Barbaro, and Paul Larson Pediatric Neurosurgery, edited by James Tait Goodrich

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An outstanding addition to the literature on spine and peripheral nerve surgery. The chapters are written by many of today's leaders in these two fields. This textbook will prove useful to residents, fellows, and practicing neurosurgeons who wish to lea

An outstanding addition to the literature on spine and peripheral nerve surgery. The chapters are written by many of today's leaders in these two fields. This textbook will prove useful to residents, fellows, and practicing neurosurgeons who wish to learn or review state-of-the-art spine and peripheral nerve surgical techniques. It is an excellent review resource for those planning on taking the oral board exams in neurosurgery.--Journal of Neurosurgery A nicely presented publication that to the Plastic Surgeon best serves as an atlas of peripheral nerve surgery backed up by...concise operative descriptions...a good adjunct to a Plastic Surgeon's library and an even better one to the ASPS library. --Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons Represents a well needed source of reference of spinal and peripheral nerves.. A superb book worthy of neurosurgical and orthopaedic surgery libraries. --Doody's Book Reviews

An outstanding addition to the literature on spine and peripheral nerve surgery. The chapters are written by many of today's leaders in these two fields. This textbook will prove useful to residents, fellows, and practicing neurosurgeons who wish to learn or review state-of-the-art spine and peripheral nerve surgical techniques. It is an excellent review resource for those planning on taking the oral board exams in neurosurgery. --Journal of Neurosurgery <p><p> A nicely presented publication that to the Plastic Surgeon best serves as an atlas of peripheral nerve surgery backed up by...concise operative descriptions...a good adjunct to a Plastic Surgeon's library and an even better one to the ASPS library. --Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons <p><p> Represents a well needed source of reference of spinal and peripheral nerves.. A superb book worthy of neurosurgical and orthopaedic surgery libraries. --Doody's Book Reviews

An outstanding addition to the literature on spine and peripheral nerve surgery. The chapters are written by many of today's leaders in these two fields. This textbook will prove useful to residents, fellows, and practicing neurosurgeons who wish to learn or review state-of-the-art spine and peripheral nerve surgical techniques. It is an excellent review resource for those planning on taking the oral board exams in neurosurgery.--Journal of NeurosurgeryA nicely presented publication that to the Plastic Surgeon best serves as an atlas of peripheral nerve surgery backed up by...concise operative descriptions...a good adjunct to a Plastic Surgeon's library and an even better one to the ASPS library.--Australian Society of Plastic SurgeonsRepresents a well needed source of reference of spinal and peripheral nerves.. A superb book worthy of neurosurgical and orthopaedic surgery libraries.--Doody's Book Reviews

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Department of Neurosurgery, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Madison, WI, USA

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