Interventional and Endovascular Therapy of the Nervous System

1 Platelets and Coagulation.- 2 Room, Equipment, Basic Techniques.- 3 Aneurysms.- 4 Extracranial Carotid and Vertebral Angioplasty and Stenting.- 5 Intracranial Angioplasty and Stenting.- 6 Endovascular Treatment of Vasospasm.- 7 Dural Arteriovenous Malformations.- 8 Carotid Cavernous Fistulas.- 9 Balloon Test Occlusion and Postocclusion Patient Care.- 10 Spine.- 11 Tumor Embolization.- 12 Trauma and Hemorrhage.- 13 Thrombolysis and Treatment of Acute Stroke.- 14 Venous Thrombotic Disease.- 15 Arteriovenous Malformations of the Brain.

Dr. Pearse Morris has written a timely and comprehensive reference for those who are interested in expanding their knowledge of neuroendovascular procedures, but have not had a specialized neuroradiology fellowship. The emphasis throughout is on patient safety and the outcome of various treatments. Neuroradiologists, neurosurgeons, and neurologists will find this reference a much needed and practical asset for both their education and for updating their practices.

From the reviews:



"The book on interventional and endovascular therapy of the nervous system is designed as a monograph reflecting the author's work, experience, and dedication. ... Dr. Morris has managed to provide a state-of-the-art documentation of current treatment and a comprehensive overview of the field. The case material presented is clearly illustrated. In summary, the book provides important information on current approaches in neuro- and interventional radiology ... . I do wish the book the success it deserves." (European Radiology, Vol. 13 (2), 2003)

"This small volume is a primer of interventional neuroradiology for those who are beginning their training in the field. ... The main text is well organized ... . Every chapter concludes with an extensive list of references. The quality of the angiographic images and drawings is very good. There are lots of case presentations of good educative value." (Sandro Rossitti, Acta Radiologica, Vol. 43 (5), 2002)

"The book does provide a useful summary of the current literature for each type of procedure and the evidence (or not) of its efficiency. ... This book does serve as a good introduction to the field and enables trainee neurointerventionists and neurosurgeons to understand the basic principles, procedures and evidence for interventional neuroradiology techniques. ... it would sit happily within any neurosciences library." (A.J.P. Goddard, Neuroradiology, Vol. 44 (10), 2002)

"For anyone new to the field, this is a welcome textbook as it explains very clearly those subtle but important tricks of the trade that may make the difference between success and failure. For those of us who have been doing it for a while, it is reassuring to see in print the corroboration of one's own technique. His style is concise and factual ... . It is well illustrated and ... the quality of the images is excellent." (Dr. John Millar, RAD-Magazine, October, 2002)

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