Spinal Cord Compression: Diagnosis and Principles of Management (Contemporary Neurology Series)

A guide to diagnosing neoplastic and non-neoplastic forms of spinal cord compression, with the aim of avoiding both preventable paralysis and unnecessary surgery. For medical officers and clinicians, reviews the relevant anatomy of the spine and the pathophysiology of spinal cord compression, and discusses pain, the most common symptom, and its evaluation. Briefly surveys management strategies. Does not cover injuries or congenital or developmental compression. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.