The Oxford Handbook of Neurology is a practical and
concise, quick reference guide for use on the ward and
in clinical settings. It includes a wealth of
information and invaluable clinical guidance passed down
by generations of neurologists, but not often available
in textbooks. The first section deals with taking a
neurological history and examination, including the
skills necessary to make a neurological assessment. The
second section serves as a useful reference of
neuroanatomy with neurological diagrams of the brachial
and lumbosacral plexuses as well as the individual
peripheral nerves in the limbs, dermatomes and
cross-sectional views of the brain stem and skull.
Section three outlines differential diagnoses and
investigations for common neurological presentations
such as headache, loss of consciousness and acute focal
neurological deficit. The fourth section covers
prevalence, pathophysiology, clinical features,
investigations and management of neurological conditions
including stroke, epilepsy and multiple
sclerosis.Further sections deal with head injury,
tumours, neuroradiology, and neurophysiology including
EEG, nerve conduction tests, EMG, and evoked potentials
giving indications and abnormalities. The handbook also
contains useful guidelines, laboratory tests and how to
interpret results, information on patient support
groups, neurological eponyms, useful addresses and
neurological disability scales in common use. This is
the essential handbook for neurologists in training and
in practice, and all those involved in the care of
patients with neurological disorders. It should find a
place in the hands of all those caring for neurological
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