3D Angiographic Atlas of Neurovascular Anatomy and Pathology [Hardcover]

Neil M. Borden MD (Author)

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Publication Date: December 4, 2006 | ISBN-10: 0521856841 | ISBN-13: 978-0521856843 | Edition: 1

The first atlas to present neurovascular information and images based on catheter 3D rotational angiographic studies. The spectacular 3D images are extensively labeled and juxtaposed with conventional 2D angiograms for orientation and comparison. Anatomical color drawings and concise descriptions of the major intracranial vascular territories further enhance understanding of the complex cerebral vasculature. This atlas is an indispensable reference for anyone seeking a fuller appreciation of intracranial and cervical anatomy and pathology, regardless of specialty.

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"The book is well worth its price. This is a must for neurosurgical departmental libraries. In my view, there is no current direct comparison to this book."
Doody's Review Service

"Not only an excellent learning tool for the resident and fellow, refresher for general radiologists, and reference for the astute neurovascular imager and neurointerventionalist, it is, more importantly, the only complete dedicated book in its class...The best 3DRA neurovascular source available."
American Journal of Neuroradiology

"An excellent book for practicing radiologists...Overall rating: 4 Stars."
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Book Description

The first atlas to present neurovascular information and images based on catheter 3D rotational angiographic studies. The spectacular 3D images are extensively labeled and juxtaposed with conventional 2D angiograms for orientation and comparison. Anatomical color drawings and concise descriptions of the major intracranial vascular territories further enhance understanding of the complex cerebral vasculature. This atlas is an indispensable reference for anyone seeking a fuller appreciation of intracranial and cervical anatomy and pathology, regardless of specialty.
From the foreword by Robert F. Spetzler, M.D. : "[R]eaders of this volume are about to embark on an amazing three-dimensional visual journey of the circulation of the brain and neck that very few years ago would have been impossible...Not only does three-dimensional rotational angiography improve the accuracy of diagnosis, it considerably enhances our ability to optimize treatment for patients with challenging neurovascular disorders. Preoperative planning is immeasurably improved by the ability to rotate these images in space to view the posterior regions of vessels that can even be difficult to view intraoperatively...The color anatomical illustrations in the first chapter and the three-dimensional reconstructions in the orientation insets on each page help readers to place the three-dimensional angiographic images of the vasculature in their anatomical context. The liberal use of conventional angiographic images also helps readers to appreciate the normal anatomy and its perturbation by pathology."

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 284 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 1 edition (December 4, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521856841
• ISBN-13: 978-0521856843
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #409,992 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good addition to neurovascular atlases, December 14, 2008

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S. H. Khan (Albuquerque, NM) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: 3D Angiographic Atlas of Neurovascular Anatomy and Pathology (Hardcover)

Initially, this book appears to be confused about who exactly its readers are. It would have been safe for the authors to surmise that, anyone interested in it would have at least a high school and most probably college level education, if not more. Therefore, the explanation of 'catheter' (long hollow tube), 'percutaneously' and 'femoral artery' (groin) were a bit irritating. It is unnecessary to write an atlas in the same fashion as explaining a procedure to a lay person. The first 3 chapters are superfluous. There are many anatomy books and atlases which cover the subject far better. The text and figures in these chapters are not the reason I would recommend this book to anyone. This space would have been better used by providing simple practical tips pertaining to 3-D angiography. In fact, these would have been much appreciated by the readers who most likely are interested in, or are practicing angiography and interventions.

The atlas becomes fun to go through from chapter 4 onwards. The thoughtful provision of 2D and 3D angiography in similar projections does enhance knowledge of neurovascular anatomy. Conveniently, the key used with the images remains consistent throughout the book. However, some proof reading prior to publication would have been in order, since occasionally the key text for a number is missing. However, this is only a minor flaw and does not really detract from the atlas. The presentation of information predominantly pictorially, proved very useful in rapidly acquiring/refreshing knowledge of neurovascular anatomy.

Unfortunately, the last chapter (circle of Willis) also seemed to fail the purpose of an atlas. It was all text, without any accompanying images. It would have been been better to have had images depicting the common variations, rather than providing two and a half pages of text and stating that images of components of circle of Willis could be found throughout the book. On the positive side, a few practical tips e.g., for visualization of basal perforators and evaluation of fistulous connections, are provided in this chapter.

Considering there are not many atlases specifically dealing with 3D neuroangiography, this one is a useful addition and worth acquiring.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars First 3D angiographic neuro atlas, November 16, 2008

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Napoleon Urcuyo Ramos "lector leonés" (San pedro Sula, Honduras) - See all my reviews
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You must notice that is not a 3D pictures book. It is what is displayed in the cover.
I wanted a 3D images book (with 3D glasses, etc), so I was a little disappointed and surprised at the same time.
We were traditionally trained to see angiographic images( 2D images), but not 3D perspective.
It is a new point of view for neurosurgeons like me who were trained in the carotid puncture angiographic era.
I understand now, that I must read it, because angiographic studies come in this format now, and we have to get used to it.