Comprehensive Neurosurgery Board Review

Contains the information you need to prepare for the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) written examination. This title provides coverage of core concepts in anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiology, neurology, neurosurgery, and critical care. It is intended for neurosurgical residents preparing for the ABNS certification exam.

Features of the second edition:
* Concise descriptions aid rapid review of key concepts
* Bullet-point format enhances ease of use and facilitates comprehension
* Up-to-date coverage of classic symptoms and signs of common neurosurgical diseases
* Current information related to the genetic basis of neurosurgical conditions
*450 high-quality illustrations and images typical of those appearing on exams This superb review is an indispensable resource for neurosurgical residents preparing for the ABNS certification exam. It is also ideal for clinicians seeking a refresher or for those preparing for recertification exams.

MARKETING HOOK - Summarizes key facts on the neurosurgery boards in less than 600 pages, saving an individual the time and trouble of reviewing thousands of pages in the main texts - The Citow name has become synonymous with board review preparation in the neurosurgery world.
NEW EDITION HIGHLIGHTS - Anatomy chapter enhanced with tables to assist comprehension, and over 30 images from the Thieme Atlas of Anatomy Head and Neuroanatomy series - Updated information on molecular and genetic changes in neurosurgical conditions - Descriptions of new diseases added - Improved formatting
- New images to replace some that were less clear in the first edition
- Repetition between chapters was removed - Thoroughly revised and updated with additional relevant and important content, while maintaining the same successful format.