Clinical Neuroanatomy

Section I. Basic Principles

1. Fundamentals of the Nervous System

2. Development and Cellular Constituents of the Nervous System

3. Signaling in the Nervous System

Section II. Introduction to Clinical Thinking

4. The Relationship Between Neuroanatomy and Neurology

Section III. Spinal Cord and Spine

5. The Spinal Cord

6. The Vertebral Column and Other Structures Surrounding the Spinal Cord

Section IV. Anatomy of the Brain

7. The Brain Stem and Cerebellum

8. Cranial Nerves and Pathways

9. Diencephalon

10. Cerebral Hemispheres/Telencephalon

11. Ventricles and Coverings of the Brain

12. Vascular Supply of the Brain

Section V. Functional Systems

13. Control of Movement

14. Somatoesensory Systems

15. The Visual System

16. The Auditory System

17. The Vestibular System

18. The Reticular Formation

19. The Limbic System

20. The Autonomic Nervous System

21. Higher Cortical Functions

Section VI. Diagnostic Aids

22. Imaging of the Brain

23. Electrodiagnostic Tests

24. Cereebrospinal Fluid Examination

Section VII. Discussion of Cases

25. Discussion of Cases

Appendix A: The Neurologic Examination

Appendix B: Testing Muscle Function

Appendix C: Spinal Nerves and Plexuses

Appendix D: Questions and Answers

Index

A comprehensive, highly-visual guide to neuroanatomy and its functional and clinical applications

Engagingly written and extensively illustrated, Clinical Neuroanatomy provides an accessible synopsis of neuroanatomy and its functional and clinical implications. You'll learn everything you need to know about the structure and function of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. This authoritative guide illustrates clinical presentations of disease processes involving specific structures, explores the relationship between neuroanatomy and neurology, and reviews advances in molecular and cellular biology and neuropharmacology as related to neuroanatomy. The book features case studies and hundreds of visual images, including CT and MRI scans, block diagrams showing muscle actions, root-by-root and nerve-by-nerve images of sensory areas and muscle intervention, and more. This updated edition features:

• "Essentials for the Clinician" information boxes that make essential points even clearer
• A discussion of the latest advances in molecular biology and cellular biology in the context of neuroanatomy
• A unique chapter on "Introduction to Clinical Thinking" that puts neuroanatomy in clear clinical perspective
• Summary listings at the end of each chapter
• Block diagrams illustrating the actions of each muscle
• Clear root-by-root and nerve-by-nerve illustrations of sensory areas and muscle intervention
• Coverage of the basic structure and function of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves
• Appendix topics including neurologic examination, testing muscle function, and spinal nerves and plexuses
• Case studies demonstrating how concepts apply to real-world situations
• A complete practice exam to assess your knowledge

Steve Waxman, MD, PhD, is the Bridget Marie Flaherty Professor of Neurology, Neurobiology, and Pharmacology at Yale University. He served as the school’s chairman of Neurology and founded its Neuroscience and Regeneration Research Center. Dr. Waxman is also a visiting professor at University College London and the Institute of Neurology, London.