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Intracranial cyst lesions, principles of pediatric neurosurgery
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Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery 96 (1994) 3388339
Book reviews Human Cross-Sectional Anatomy Pocket Atlas: Body sections and CT images, by H. Ellis, B. Logan and A. Dixon,
This is indeed a convenient pocket atlas to have at hand for a first diagnostic glance during clinical duties. Of course, the pocket-sized illustrations limit recognition of anatomical detail, but every medical department these days has large CT anatomy books that display body sections at actual size. The atlas has a clear, readable preface that begins with an interesting historical review. The anatomical sections have been very well preserved, as can be seen from the preservation of tissue colours and the dimensions of the subarachnoid space. The atlas contains 160 pages with cross-sections of the whole human body from two male and two female cadavers. Only the head and neck region sections are too thick (I cm serial) to cover all clinically relevant structures. The authors have been successful in their attempt to realize a high correlation between cadaveric sections and clinical CT images obtained in vivo from various patients. Precise correlations can only be achieved if CT images are made prior to cadaveric sectioning. The quality of the CT images is sufficient to sort out the desired anatomical level. For details one has to interpret the best corresponding anatomical section. It is unfortunate that no parallel set of MR images are offered, since MRI evaluation has become part of diagnostic routine and is very helpful in the assessment of soft tissue changes. In the atlas cross-sectional images are viewed ‘looking up from below’ (caudo-cranially) to imitate the clinician’s approach to a supine patient during physical examination.
is also made. A total of 1080 references are provided. Each review is completed with the author’s series, many of which are quite extensive. The book begins with five excellent chapters. Chapters I and 2 deal with cytogenesis and developmental and functional anatomy of glia ependyma, pia-arachnoid and pdcchionian granules. Chapter 3 gives a morphological basis for fluid transport through and around ependymal, arachnoidal and glial cells. Chapter 4 deals with the dynamics of intracranial cyst formation and expansion. From a scientific point of view, Go offers an attractive pathogenetic theory to explain the internal fluid accumulation under pressure. where he states that a biochemical mechanism of fluid secretion exists in the wall of the arachnoid cysts that is inherently independent of pressure in chapter 5 on the Pathogenesis of Arachnoid Cysts in Relation to the Mechanism of Cerebrospinal Fluid Absorption. The largest section is devoted to the clinical aspects of intracranial cyst lesions. One chapter in particular is worthy of special mention. The chapter, written by Ventureyra and Higgins, on Postinflammator-y Cysts (Loculated Ventricles) is very instructive, representing the state of the art. The quality of the book is high. There are numerous photographs of good quality, no obvious typographical errors, and full references although not alphabetically listed at the end ofeach chapter. An index is missing. This book will prove useful to residents as well as established neurosurgeons who are involved in the management of children with these relatively rare intracranial cyst lesions. It is highly recommended.
G.J.R. Maat, MD, PhD Department of Anatomy University Leiden Leiden, Netherlands
J.H.C. Voomrolen. MD Department of heUrOlOgy University Hospital Leiden Lciden, Netherlands
1994, Butterworths-Heinemann,
Oxford, $15.95
Intracranial Cyst Lesions, by A.J. Raimondi, M. Choux and C. DiRocco (editor), in Principles of Pediatric Neurosurgery, by A.J. Raimondi (series editor), 1993, Sprin-
ger-Verlag, Berlin-Heidelberg-New DM 268.00, ISBN 3-540-97869-o
York,
263 pages,
In the series Principles of Pediatric Neurosurgery, the present volume on Intracranial Cyst Lesions gives an overview in 18 chapters written by 25 authors, coming from Europe (14), USA (4), Japan (4), Canada (2) and Mexico (I), on arachnoid cysts, cysts originating from a defect in the hemispheric cleavage (cavum septi pellucidi, cavum vergae, cavum veli interpositi), cortical cysts, supratentorial interhemispheric and pineal region cysts, ependymal and paraphyseal cysts, Dandy Walker syndrome, post-traumatic cysts, neoplastic cysts, epidermoid and dermoid cysts, postinflammatory cysts and neurocysticercosis. This book appears to be a comprehensive review of the literature on intracranial cyst lesions. When appropriate, reference to adult cases 0303-8467/94/$7.00 0 1994 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights reserved SSDI 0303-8467(94)00046-8
Handbook
of Symptom-oriented
Neurology,
by W.H.
Olson, R.A. Brumback, G. Gascon and V. Iyer (editors), Times Mirro International Publ., Kent. UK. f22.00. ISBN o-8016-7779-3 This user-friendly pocket manual deals with the many neurological problems a primary care physician may be confronted with. The 21 concise chapters cover the majority of neurological disorders in a symptom-oriented way, each chapter being lavishly illustrated with superb drawings, focusing on theclinical problem or illuminating a clinical test. All chapters highlight in short the clinical problem. pinpoint the diagnostic considerations and, wherever possible. treatment is outlined in a prag matic way. Each chapter ends with a modest but up-to-date bibliography. When purchasing this handy-format book, one should not expect an in-depth description of neurological issues. The book essentially serves as a guide for students, house officers. and junior neurology residents.
Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery 96 (1994) 3388339
Book reviews Human Cross-Sectional Anatomy Pocket Atlas: Body sections and CT images, by H. Ellis, B. Logan and A. Dixon,
This is indeed a convenient pocket atlas to have at hand for a first diagnostic glance during clinical duties. Of course, the pocket-sized illustrations limit recognition of anatomical detail, but every medical department these days has large CT anatomy books that display body sections at actual size. The atlas has a clear, readable preface that begins with an interesting historical review. The anatomical sections have been very well preserved, as can be seen from the preservation of tissue colours and the dimensions of the subarachnoid space. The atlas contains 160 pages with cross-sections of the whole human body from two male and two female cadavers. Only the head and neck region sections are too thick (I cm serial) to cover all clinically relevant structures. The authors have been successful in their attempt to realize a high correlation between cadaveric sections and clinical CT images obtained in vivo from various patients. Precise correlations can only be achieved if CT images are made prior to cadaveric sectioning. The quality of the CT images is sufficient to sort out the desired anatomical level. For details one has to interpret the best corresponding anatomical section. It is unfortunate that no parallel set of MR images are offered, since MRI evaluation has become part of diagnostic routine and is very helpful in the assessment of soft tissue changes. In the atlas cross-sectional images are viewed ‘looking up from below’ (caudo-cranially) to imitate the clinician’s approach to a supine patient during physical examination.
is also made. A total of 1080 references are provided. Each review is completed with the author’s series, many of which are quite extensive. The book begins with five excellent chapters. Chapters I and 2 deal with cytogenesis and developmental and functional anatomy of glia ependyma, pia-arachnoid and pdcchionian granules. Chapter 3 gives a morphological basis for fluid transport through and around ependymal, arachnoidal and glial cells. Chapter 4 deals with the dynamics of intracranial cyst formation and expansion. From a scientific point of view, Go offers an attractive pathogenetic theory to explain the internal fluid accumulation under pressure. where he states that a biochemical mechanism of fluid secretion exists in the wall of the arachnoid cysts that is inherently independent of pressure in chapter 5 on the Pathogenesis of Arachnoid Cysts in Relation to the Mechanism of Cerebrospinal Fluid Absorption. The largest section is devoted to the clinical aspects of intracranial cyst lesions. One chapter in particular is worthy of special mention. The chapter, written by Ventureyra and Higgins, on Postinflammator-y Cysts (Loculated Ventricles) is very instructive, representing the state of the art. The quality of the book is high. There are numerous photographs of good quality, no obvious typographical errors, and full references although not alphabetically listed at the end ofeach chapter. An index is missing. This book will prove useful to residents as well as established neurosurgeons who are involved in the management of children with these relatively rare intracranial cyst lesions. It is highly recommended.
G.J.R. Maat, MD, PhD Department of Anatomy University Leiden Leiden, Netherlands
J.H.C. Voomrolen. MD Department of heUrOlOgy University Hospital Leiden Lciden, Netherlands
1994, Butterworths-Heinemann,
Oxford, $15.95
Intracranial Cyst Lesions, by A.J. Raimondi, M. Choux and C. DiRocco (editor), in Principles of Pediatric Neurosurgery, by A.J. Raimondi (series editor), 1993, Sprin-
ger-Verlag, Berlin-Heidelberg-New DM 268.00, ISBN 3-540-97869-o
York,
263 pages,
In the series Principles of Pediatric Neurosurgery, the present volume on Intracranial Cyst Lesions gives an overview in 18 chapters written by 25 authors, coming from Europe (14), USA (4), Japan (4), Canada (2) and Mexico (I), on arachnoid cysts, cysts originating from a defect in the hemispheric cleavage (cavum septi pellucidi, cavum vergae, cavum veli interpositi), cortical cysts, supratentorial interhemispheric and pineal region cysts, ependymal and paraphyseal cysts, Dandy Walker syndrome, post-traumatic cysts, neoplastic cysts, epidermoid and dermoid cysts, postinflammatory cysts and neurocysticercosis. This book appears to be a comprehensive review of the literature on intracranial cyst lesions. When appropriate, reference to adult cases 0303-8467/94/$7.00 0 1994 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights reserved SSDI 0303-8467(94)00046-8
Handbook
of Symptom-oriented
Neurology,
by W.H.
Olson, R.A. Brumback, G. Gascon and V. Iyer (editors), Times Mirro International Publ., Kent. UK. f22.00. ISBN o-8016-7779-3 This user-friendly pocket manual deals with the many neurological problems a primary care physician may be confronted with. The 21 concise chapters cover the majority of neurological disorders in a symptom-oriented way, each chapter being lavishly illustrated with superb drawings, focusing on theclinical problem or illuminating a clinical test. All chapters highlight in short the clinical problem. pinpoint the diagnostic considerations and, wherever possible. treatment is outlined in a prag matic way. Each chapter ends with a modest but up-to-date bibliography. When purchasing this handy-format book, one should not expect an in-depth description of neurological issues. The book essentially serves as a guide for students, house officers. and junior neurology residents.