The Brainstem (Volume TBD) (Handbook of Clinical Neurology, Volume TBD)

Author: Grinberg, Lea Tenenholz

Brand: Elsevier

Edition: 1

ISBN: 9780443157363

Release Date: 15-03-2026

Languages: English

Binding: hardcover

Number Of Pages: 445

Details: This volume on Brainstem consolidates research for a complete understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the Brainstem and how it affects assorted other systems in the body. The brainstem impacts breathing, the gastrointestinal system, the cardiac system, mood, pain, wakefulness, consciousness, and sleep. Pathologies can impact vision, motor control, hearing, balance, blood supply and is particularly involved in neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s. The volume discusses how the brainstem operates in full health, pathologies associated with the brainstem and their impact, methods for monitoring brainstem function, and diagnosis and treatment of brainstem disorders. Monitoring and intervention is reliant on technologies to assess function. This volume will include CT, MRI, USG, angiography, BERA, and functional imaging. Presents brainstem anatomy and physiology Discusses brainstem impact on body systems Reviews techniques for brainstem monitoring Identifies brainstem pathologies and disorders Includes best practices for diagnosis and interventions