Congenital conditions -- Genetic conditions and syndromes -- Trauma -- Degenerative conditions -- Infectious/inflammatory conditions -- Tumors and tumor-like lesions -- Vascular conditions -- Devices and instrumentation -- Differential diagnoses.
Summary:
The craniovertebral junction is imaged on every brain, neck and cervical spine MR and CT study performed. This region has unique nomenclature, embryology, anatomy, vasculature, biomechanics and pathology. Surgical techniques are also used in this region that are distinctive, and related to the underlying complex anatomy. This book incorporates normal anatomy, embryology, specialized imaging techniques and the myriad of unique pathology which occurs in that region. Time-saving bulleted text and state-of-the art annotated radiographic and medical illustrations, this volume will be an resource for residents and fellows in radiology, neurosurgery, and orthopaedic surgery who deal with the skull base and craniocervical / craniovertebral junction.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.