Neurological Emergencies

Since its birth as a series of articles in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry this book has moved into four editions, attesting to its lasting quality as an authoritative introduction to the major neurological emergencies. It is not just a basic reference for physicians, neurologists, neurosurgeons and psychiatrists in training. It has also become a standard text for emergency departments, with its comprehensive yet concise discussions of immediate management. The conditions covered are: Medical coma; Traumatic brain injury; Acute stroke; Delirium; Acute behaviour disturbances; Tonic-clonic status epilepticus; Raised intracranial pressure; Subarachnoid haemorrhage; Cerebral infection; Acute spinal cord compression; Acute neuromuscular respiratory paralysis; Acute visual loss; and, Criteria for diagnosing brain stem death. This edition has brought the book right up to date with emphasis on the evidence base for management, including reference to the relevant systematic reviews. With the use of helpful summary boxes, this information - contributed by internationally respected leaders in their specialities - is quick to access in the clinical situation.