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DescriptionAn essential backpack-size resource on the treatment of pediatric neurological conditionsPediatric neurosurgery has witnessed considerable technological advances, resulting in more efficacious outcomes for young patients with hydrocephalus, epilepsy, brain tumors, spinal deformities, and a host of other conditions. The art of pediatric neurosurgery is a delicate balancing act—taking into account child and parents and emotional and disease challenges. As such, the management of serious neurological conditions in pediatric patients must encompass the big picture in addition to treating underlying pathologies.Handbook of Pediatric Neurosurgery by George Jallo, Karl Kothbauer, and Violette Recinos covers the full depth and breadth of this uniquely rewarding subspecialty including congenital, developmental, and acquired disorders. The latest information is provided on anatomy, radiological imaging, and principles guiding the surgical and nonsurgical management of a full spectrum of neurological pathologies impacting infants and children. The book is divided into 11 sections and 56 chapters with state-of-the-art procedures, best practices, and clinical pearls from top pediatric neurosurgeons.Key FeaturesCranial disorders including Chiari malformations, encephaloceles, Dandy-Walker malformation, and craniosynostosisBenign and malignant tumors—from the hypothalamus and optic pathways to the brainstem and spinal columnSpinal abnormalities such as spina bifida, tethered cord, and scoliosisClinical questions and answers at the end of chapters—ideal for self-testing and exam prepComprehensive and compact, this is the perfect backpack reference for neurosurgery residents and pediatric neurosurgery fellows to carry on rounds. It is also a must-have resource for seasoned pediatric neurosurgeons and all practitioners entrusted with the neurolo, Pediatric neurosurgery has witnessed considerable technological advances, resulting in more efficacious outcomes for young patients with hydrocephalus, epilepsy, brain tumors, spinal deformities, and a host of other conditions. An essential backpack-size resource on the treatment of pediatric neurological conditions x State-of-the-art procedures, best practices, and clinical pearls from top pediatric neurosurgeons x Cranial disorders including Chiari malformations, encephaloceles, Dandy-Walker malformation, and craniosynostosis x Benign and malignant tumors—from the optic pathways and hypothalamus to the brainstem and spinal column x Spinal abnormalities such as spina bifida, tethered cord, and scoliosis x Clinical questions and answers at the end of chapters—ideal for self-testing and exam prepTable of ContentsContentsSection I General and Critical CareICP ManagementPain Management for Pediatric Neurosurgical PatientsSection II NeuroradiologyConventional RadiographyUltrasonographyComputed TomographyConventional Magnetic Resonance ImagingAdvanced MRI TechniquesSection III NeurologyThe Neurological Examination of the Infant and ChildSpinal Cord Tracts and DevelopmentMigration DisordersNeurofibromatosis Type 1Medical Management for EpilepsySection IV TumorPediatric Scalp and Skull LesionsSupratentorial TumorsHypothalamic and Optic Pathway TumorsCraniopharyngiomas and Other Sellar TumorsGerm Cell TumorsPineal Region TumorsIntraventricular Tumors in ChildrenPosterior Fossa TumorsBrainstem GliomasIntramedullary Spinal Cord TumorsTumors of the Spinal ColumnSection V Cerebrovascular DisordersAneurysmsArteriovenous MalformationsPediatric Cavernous MalformationsSection VI Developmental and Congenital Cranial DisordersChiari MalformationsEncephalocelesCongenital Arachnoid CystsNeuroenteric CystsIntracranial LipomasThe Dandy-Walker Malformation: Disorders of Cerebellar Development and Their ManagementCraniosynostosisManagement of Craniofacial SyndromesGerminal Matrix Hemorrhage in Premature InfantsSurgical Management of HydrocephalusTreatment of Hydrocephalus in the Developing WorldSection VII Developmental and Congential Spinal DisordersAbnormalities of the Craniocervical Junction and Cervical SpineSpina Bifida: Classification and ManagementPathophysiology and Management of Tethered Cord (Including Myelomeningocele)Intraspinal LipomasScoliosisAchondroplasiaSection VIII Functional DisordersThe Evaluation and Classification of EpilepsySurgical Management of Childhood Epilepsy: Temporal and Extratemporal PathologiesSurgical Management of Childhood Epilepsy: Corpus Callosotomy and Vagal Nerve StimulationSurgical Management of Pediatric SpasticitySection IX TraumaNeonatal Brachial Plexus InjuryPediatric Spine TraumaPediatric Peripheral Nervous System TraumaManagement of Pediatric Head TraumaAbusive Head TraumaSection X InfectionsEvaluation and Management of Pediatric Intracranial InfectionsEvaluation and Management of Pediatric Spinal InfectionsSurgical Considerations in Tuberculosis, Fungal, and Parasitic Infections of CNS in ChildrenSection XI Operating Room BasicsNeuronavigation in Pediatric Neurosurgery