An Atlas Of Human Brain And Spinal Cord Sections

This second edition is designed to provide a photographic survey of the macroscopic and microscopic structure of the central nervous system. It is organized into nine sections, three of which are new: 1) gross anatomy; 2) spinal cord; 3) brain stem; 4) frontal (coronal) sections; 5) horizontal (axial) sections; 6) parasagittal sections; 7) arteries and angiograms (digital subtraction angiography); 8) neuroanatomical lesions; 9) nuclear magnetic images of brain tumors and selected images from degenerative diseases of the CNS. This Second Edition also includes 11 new brain images as well as case studies of brain tumors and degenerative diseases of CNS.

This definitive reference for brain & spinal cord anatomy contains 71 clear, life-sized photographs of brain & brain stem that feature gross anatomy, & blood supply, as well as sections showing bilateral symmetry in transverse, frontal, horizontal, & parasagittal planes. There is an illustrated review of 24 syndromes, highlighting affected structures & clinical manifestations--ideal preparation for board exams & clinics.

The present edition of The Human Central Nervous System differs considerably from its predecessors. In previous editions, the text was essentially confined to a section dealing with the various functional systems of the brain. This section, which has been rewritten and updated, is now preceded by 15 newly written chapters, which introduce the pictorial material of the gross anatomy, the blood vessels and meninges and the microstructure of its various parts and deal with the development, topography and functional anatomy of the spinal cord, the brain stem and the cerebellum, the diencephalon and the telencephalon. Great pains have been taken to cover the most recent concepts and data. As suggested by the front cover, there is a focus on the evolutionary development of the human brain. Throughout the text numerous correlations with neuropathology and clinical n- rology have been made. After much thought, we decided to replace the full Latin terminology, cherished in all previous editions, with English and Anglicized Latin terms. It has been an emotional farewell from beautiful terms such as decussatio hipposideriformis W- nekinkii and pontes grisei caudatolenticulares. Not only the text, but also the p- torial material has been extended and brought into harmony with the present state of knowledge. More than 230 new illustrations have been added and many others have been revised. The number of macroscopical sections through the brain has been extended considerably. Together, these illustrations now comprise a complete and convenient atlas for interpreting neuroimaging studies.

The particularly good reception enjoyed by our "The Human Central Ner vous System, a Synopsis and Atlas" has made a second edition necessary, hardly more than two years after its first appearance: This new edition enabled us to make a number of corrections, but it was judged premature to undertake a thorough updating of the text. However, a major improvement - suggested by some reviewers and many colleagues - is that in this new edition the abbreviations in the figures have been replaced by the full Latin terms. We want to emphasize that the study of this book can facilitate and deepen but never replace the study of the anatomical preparation. Acquaintance and histology of nervous tissue has been taken for with the basic cytology granted. This book is evidently often consulted with the aim of looking up a particular and its topographical relations. This cer structure together with its name is tainly one of the purposes of the book. We are, however, of the opinion that during a systematic study of the figures showing the functional systems in part IV, perusal of the accompanying text will be necessary. As a matter of fact the spatial representations of the fibre systems are no more than a visualization of the most salient features discussed in the text. The pictures are so to speak a snapshot of the current knowledge of a particular functional system within the central nervous system; no less, but no more either.

Master complex neuroanatomy concepts easily with The Human Brain in Photographs and Diagrams! Respected educator John Nolte, PhD combines highly accessible coverage of the brain, spinal cord, and brainstem with carefully chosen visuals to help you consolidate your understanding of the information you need to know for your courses, exams, clerkships, and clinical practice. Vividly visualize anatomical structures through a wealth of thoughtfully selected, exceptionally clear, and meticulously labeled photos. Understand the connections between functional systems through detailed diagrams that incorporate actual brain and spinal cord sections. See how neuroanatomy applies to clinical practice thanks to a significant increase in clinical content throughout. Access the complete contents online at www.studentconsult.com, plus a wealth of additional images, videos, and the complete contents of Nolte: The Human Brain, 6th Edition.

The Brain Atlas: A Visual Guide to the Human Central Nervous System integrates modern neuroscience with clinical practice and is now significantly revised and updated for a Fourth Edition. The book's five sections cover: Background Information, The Brain and Its Blood Vessels, Brain Slices, Histological Sections, and Pathways. These are depicted in over 350 high quality intricate figures making it the best available visual guide to human neuroanatomy.