Intracranial Arteriovenous Malformations: Essentials for Patients and Practitioners

Intracranial Arteriovenous Malformations: Essentials for Patients and Practitioners is an informative guide that captures the interest of both patients and physicians. The book is edited by three leading experts in Neurosurgery: Dr. Philip E. Stieg, Dr. Alexander A. Khalessi, and Dr. Michael L. J. Apuzzo. The book focuses on an up-to-date approach to the matter of doctor-patient communication and moves on to the highly technical details of AVM treatment options.

The book is divided into two sections, the first is aimed at patients, providing information about diagnosis, natural history, and treatment options for intracranial arteriovenous malformations. This section is intended to help patients make informed decisions about the optimal management choices for their own individual cases. It provides expert guidance on diagnosis, histopathology, natural history, anatomy, imaging, and treatment options along with their risks and benefits.

The second section is directed to neurosurgeons and other specialists caring for patients with intracranial AVMs, including those in emergency medicine, obstetrics, anesthesia, and intensive care. This section aims to facilitate articulate, data-driven discussion regarding the clinical diagnosis and surgical procedures involved in treating AVMs. It addresses specific, difficult issues that arise during the treatment of AVMs, offering real-world advice to neurosurgeons and other care providers. The book includes key pearls in every chapter, as well as stunning anatomical illustrations throughout.

Intracranial Arteriovenous Malformations: Essentials for Patients and Practitioners provides an excellent overview of AVMs, their diagnosis, and management. It is written in a clear, concise, and easy-to-understand language, which makes it accessible to both medical professionals and patients. The book also includes helpful tables and diagrams that enhance the presentation of information.

One of the best features of the book is its emphasis on the patient’s perspective. It recognizes the importance of informed decision-making in medical care and empowers patients to become active participants in their own care. The information provided in the book allows patients to understand the nature of their condition, its treatment options, and their implications, enabling them to make informed decisions about their care.

Another notable feature of the book is the inclusion of an eBook version with purchase. The eBook allows readers to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. This digital version is perfect for busy medical professionals who may need to access the information on the go.

In conclusion, Intracranial Arteriovenous Malformations: Essentials for Patients and Practitioners is an excellent resource for medical professionals and patients alike. Its comprehensive coverage of AVMs, their diagnosis, and management, coupled with its patient-centric approach, makes it a valuable addition to any medical library. Its availability as an eBook makes it even more accessible, and its reader-friendly format makes it an enjoyable read. Order your copy today and take the first step in becoming an informed and empowered patient or healthcare provider.

Product Details

• Provides expert guidance on diagnosis, histopathology, natural history, anatomy, imaging, and treatment options and their risks and benefits―all with the goal of helping patients make informed decisions about the optimal management choices for their own individual cases.
• Facilitates articulate, data-driven discussion and regarding the clinical diagnosis and surgical procedures involved in treating AVMs.
• Addresses specific, difficult issues that arise during the treatment of AVMs, offering real-world advice to neurosurgeons and other care providers.
• Includes key pearls in every chapter, as well as stunning anatomical illustrations throughout.
• An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier; 1st edition (October 2, 2023)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 450 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0323825303
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323825306