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Epilepsy, behavior and cognitive function
Journal of the NeurologicalSciences, 1989, 89:325-326
325
Elsevier
Book reviews
Neuromethods, VoL 9, The NeuronalMicroenvironment, edited by A l a n A. B o u l t o n , G l e n B. B a k e r a n d W o l f g a n g W a l z , H u m a n a Press, Clifton, N J , 1988, m a r k e t e d a n d distrib u t e d by J o h n W i l e y & S o n s Ltd., C h i c h e s t e r , £ 6 5 . 8 0 , I S B N 0 896031055. This is another excellent volume in the Neuromethodsseries, which is widely known as a comprehensive and practical source of information on methodology for the neuroseientist. Detailed information is presented to assess blood-brain barrier function, chemical composition of extracellular space, cell ionic channels, computer tomography and NMR, ion selective microelectrodes, voltammetry, brain slice preparations, cell culture, patch clamp methods and acid-base balance. More attention should have been paid to the application of voltammetry and microdialysis techniques in freely moving animals. The same holds for quantitative analysis of patch clamp/single channel data. The abundance of information on the potential significance and limitations of techniques required to study the microenvironment of neurons as well as the practical information for those who want to set up the various techniques make this volume a necessary addition to every "neurolibrary'. D.F. SWAAB M. MIRMIRAN
The Neuropathology of Temporal Lobe Epilepsy, Institute of Psychiatry, M a u d s l e y M o n o g r a p h s 31, by C . J . B r u t o n , O x f o r d U n i v e r s i t y Press, L o n d o n , I S B N 0 19 712155 1.
1988, £ 2 0 . 0 0 ,
In the well known Maudsley Monographs a new volume is published on the neuropathology of temporal lobe epilepsy. It is a shortened version of an MD thesis presented to London University in 1984. The material for this study was collected by a large number of people. The neuropathological examination of tissue obtained from 249 cases of lobectomy is classified and discussed. Ammon's horn sclerosis appeared to be the most common finding and in an impressive number of cases no apparent abnormalities were found. The neuropathological data are framed by a discussion of the clinical aspects. The book contains useful data but opens no new perspectives. F.C. STAM
Epilepsy, Behavior and Cognitive Function, edited by M i c h a e l R. T r i m b l e a n d E d w a r d H . R e y n o l d s , J o h n Wiley & S o n s , C h i c h e s t e r , N e w Y o r k , B r i s b a n e , T o r o n t o , S i n g a p o r e 1988, pp. 214, I S B N 0 471 91953 5, £32.00 This book contains the papers presented at the Stratford-upon-Avon symposium held in November 1987. Specialists in epilepsy who have also a specific interest in cognitive function and behavior, were brought together with an invited audience to discuss neurological, psychosocial and psychiatric consequences of epilepsy. Information is presented on the relationship between seizures, EEG discharges and antiepileptic 0022-510X/89/$03.50 © 1989 Elsevier Science Publishers B.V. (Biomedical Division)
326 drugs, and cognition and behavior, which have attracted an increasing interest in recent years. In addition to these subjects there are excellent papers on epilepsy and mood, memory or dementia. The reader is given a good insight into methods and problems inherent in measuring the effects of epilepsy. Neurologists, psychiatrists, paediatricians, psychologists and all those involved in managing epilepsy are heartily encouraged to read this book. J. OVERWEG
325
Elsevier
Book reviews
Neuromethods, VoL 9, The NeuronalMicroenvironment, edited by A l a n A. B o u l t o n , G l e n B. B a k e r a n d W o l f g a n g W a l z , H u m a n a Press, Clifton, N J , 1988, m a r k e t e d a n d distrib u t e d by J o h n W i l e y & S o n s Ltd., C h i c h e s t e r , £ 6 5 . 8 0 , I S B N 0 896031055. This is another excellent volume in the Neuromethodsseries, which is widely known as a comprehensive and practical source of information on methodology for the neuroseientist. Detailed information is presented to assess blood-brain barrier function, chemical composition of extracellular space, cell ionic channels, computer tomography and NMR, ion selective microelectrodes, voltammetry, brain slice preparations, cell culture, patch clamp methods and acid-base balance. More attention should have been paid to the application of voltammetry and microdialysis techniques in freely moving animals. The same holds for quantitative analysis of patch clamp/single channel data. The abundance of information on the potential significance and limitations of techniques required to study the microenvironment of neurons as well as the practical information for those who want to set up the various techniques make this volume a necessary addition to every "neurolibrary'. D.F. SWAAB M. MIRMIRAN
The Neuropathology of Temporal Lobe Epilepsy, Institute of Psychiatry, M a u d s l e y M o n o g r a p h s 31, by C . J . B r u t o n , O x f o r d U n i v e r s i t y Press, L o n d o n , I S B N 0 19 712155 1.
1988, £ 2 0 . 0 0 ,
In the well known Maudsley Monographs a new volume is published on the neuropathology of temporal lobe epilepsy. It is a shortened version of an MD thesis presented to London University in 1984. The material for this study was collected by a large number of people. The neuropathological examination of tissue obtained from 249 cases of lobectomy is classified and discussed. Ammon's horn sclerosis appeared to be the most common finding and in an impressive number of cases no apparent abnormalities were found. The neuropathological data are framed by a discussion of the clinical aspects. The book contains useful data but opens no new perspectives. F.C. STAM
Epilepsy, Behavior and Cognitive Function, edited by M i c h a e l R. T r i m b l e a n d E d w a r d H . R e y n o l d s , J o h n Wiley & S o n s , C h i c h e s t e r , N e w Y o r k , B r i s b a n e , T o r o n t o , S i n g a p o r e 1988, pp. 214, I S B N 0 471 91953 5, £32.00 This book contains the papers presented at the Stratford-upon-Avon symposium held in November 1987. Specialists in epilepsy who have also a specific interest in cognitive function and behavior, were brought together with an invited audience to discuss neurological, psychosocial and psychiatric consequences of epilepsy. Information is presented on the relationship between seizures, EEG discharges and antiepileptic 0022-510X/89/$03.50 © 1989 Elsevier Science Publishers B.V. (Biomedical Division)
326 drugs, and cognition and behavior, which have attracted an increasing interest in recent years. In addition to these subjects there are excellent papers on epilepsy and mood, memory or dementia. The reader is given a good insight into methods and problems inherent in measuring the effects of epilepsy. Neurologists, psychiatrists, paediatricians, psychologists and all those involved in managing epilepsy are heartily encouraged to read this book. J. OVERWEG