The Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves. the Nerves of "On Old Olympus Towering Top"

Description

The cranial nerves are an endlessly fascinating family of twelve nerves that have a dramatic impact on our daily lives. A dysfunction of the cranial nerves can cause loss of vision or double vision, loss of smell, poor balance, or loss of muscle function, and can also be an indicator of underlying neurological disorders. The Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves: The Nerves of "On Old Olympus Towering Top" is an engaging and accessible book on the anatomy and clinical importance of these unique nerves.

The text opens with a brief introduction of key neuroanatomical concepts that relate the clinical and anatomical sections that follow. Additionally, this book uniquely provides a detailed description of the bones of the head and face in order for the reader to understand the routes taken by the cranial nerves through the skull. Chapters then detail each nerve and its unique impact in relationship to our senses, motor function, and health. Vividly illustrated and supported by real-life clinical cases, the book will appeal to anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of the cranial nerves.

Merging anatomical and clinical information with intriguing clinical cases, The Clinical Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves: The Nerves of "On Old Olympus Towering Top" introduces readers to the anatomy and diverse function of this intriguing family of nerves.

Table of Contents

Preface
Contributors
Acknowledgments
Introduction

1 The Olfactory Nerve 1

• Anatomy/Function Summary 1
• Anatomy/Function 3
• Clinical Aspects 5
• References 16

2 The Optic Nerve 17

• Anatomy/Function Summary 17
• Anatomy/Function 19
• Clinical Aspects 25
• References 40

3 The Oculomotor Nerve 43

• Anatomy/Function Summary 43
• Anatomy/Function 45
• Clinical Aspects 53
• References 62

4 The Trochlear Nerve 65

• Anatomy/Function Summary 65
• Anatomy/Function 67
• Clinical Aspects 70
• References 74

5 The Trigeminal Nerve 75

• Anatomy/Function Summary 75
• Anatomy/Function 77
• Clinical Aspects 90
• References 108

6 The Abducent Nerve 111

• Anatomy/Function Summary 111
• Anatomy/Function 113
• Clinical Aspects 117
• References 121

7 The Facial Nerve 123

• Anatomy/Function Summary 123
• Anatomy/Function 125
• Clinical Aspects 139
• References 151

8 The Vestibulocochlear (Acoustic) Nerve 153

• Anatomy/Function Summary 153
• Anatomy/Function 155
• Clinical Aspects 160
• References 167

9 The Glossopharyngeal Nerve 169

• Anatomy/Function Summary 169
• Anatomy/Function 171
• Clinical Aspects 179
• References 186

10 The Vagus Nerve 187

• Anatomy/Function Summary 187
• Anatomy/Function 190
• Clinical Aspects 197
• References 214

11 The Accessory Nerve 217

• Anatomy/Function Summary 217
• Anatomy/Function 220
• Clinical Aspects 225
• References 228

12 The Hypoglossal Nerve 229

• Anatomy/Function Summary 229
• Anatomy/Function 230
• Clinical Aspects 233
• References 237

13 Nervus Terminalis (Cranial Nerve N) 239

• Anatomy/Function 239
• References 241

14 Concluding Remarks: The Past and Future and Magic of the Cranial Nerves 243

• Cranial Nerve II: Take Care of your Sight 245
  Howard P. Cupples
• Cranial Nerves II, III, IV, and VI: Visual Abnormalities in Children in a Developing Country 247
  Ujjowala D. Shrestha
• Cranial Nerves III, IV, and VI: Not all is as it seems with Eye Movements 249
  Jonathan Trobe
• Cranial Nerve V: Be Careful What you ask for! 252
  M. Anthony Pogrel
• Cranial Nerve V: The Best Laid Plans … 254
  Raymond Sekula and Andrew Frederickson
• Cranial Nerve VII: Sometimes it is Hit or Miss 256
  Raymond Sekula and Andrew Frederickson
• Cranial Nerve VII: Tragedy Behind a Facial Nerve Paralysis 258
  Peter J. Koehler
• Cranial Nerve VII: Facial Nerve and Facial Function 261
  Alex Senchenkov and John E. Woods
• Cranial Nerve VIII: Spinning Wheels 264
  Laurie Swan
• Cranial Nerve X: Speak up, Please, I cannot hear you 266
  Lucille Hess
• Cranial Nerve X: Vexing Vocals 268
  Mohan K. Rao
• Cranial Nerve X: Vagotomy – Fond Memories of an Obsolete Operation 270
  Carol E.H. Scott-Conner
• Cranial Nerve XII: Sometimes The Bad News is Really Bad 272
  Mortimer Lorber

References 277

Authors

Joel A. Vilensky is Professor of Anatomy and Cell Biology at Indiana University School of Medicine, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Wendy M. Robertson is Senior Sta Neurologist at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan.

Carlos A. Suárez-Quian is Professor and Director of Medical Gross Anatomy at the Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, D.C.
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