Handbook of Neuropsychology, Volume 4

Handbook of Neuropsychology, Volume 4
Author: François Boller
Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2000
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780444503695

Volume four of the all-new "Handbook of Neuropsychology" addresses the disorders of visual behaviour. This work reviews the neurophysiology of spatial vision, as well as recent work on recognition deficits for faces, objects and words. Also presented are disorders of spatial representation, of colour processing and of mental imagery. Balint's syndrome, blindsight, and visuospatial or constructional disorders are discussed and the relationship between eye movements and brain damage are described in detail.

Challenges and current research status of vertigo/vestibular diseases, volume II

Challenges and current research status of vertigo/vestibular diseases, volume II
Author: Andrea Castellucci
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Total Pages: 89
Release: 2024-06-05
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 2832549098

This Research Topic is the second volume of the Research Topic "Challenges and Current Research Status of Vertigo/Vestibular Diseases". Please see the first volume here. Vertigo or vestibular disorders have become a common handicap across the globe, which poses a great burden on health care resources. Vertigo is not a disease entity per se, but rather a leading symptom of many etiologically different diseases. These conditions include dysfunction of the vestibular system, both peripheral (inner ear, vestibular nerve) and central (brainstem, cerebellum), functional dizziness, and diseases of other causes, including blood pressure regulation disorders, such as orthostatic dizziness, and adverse drug reactions. Previous studies demonstrated that vestibular disorders might be a modifiable condition and a possible target for secondary prevention of cognitive impairment due to aging, dementia, social isolation, late-life depression, frailty, and increased risk of mortality. To date, the assessment strategy for patients with vertigo or vestibular disorders has not been fully developed. Vertigo or vestibular disorders are mechanistically complicated, highly prevalent, difficult to differentiate from other conditions, and may lead to vestibular or mental disability. Further understanding of the etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of peripheral, central, and functional vestibular vertigo syndromes as well as their management through this research program or project will benefit patients and their families, thus reducing the economic burden on society at large. The editors welcome any types of manuscripts --- Original Research, Opinions, Review, and Systematic Review concerning vertigo/vestibular disorders. The subjects include but are not limited to the following: • Epidemiological investigation of vertigo or vestibular disorders • Molecular and genetic studies of vertigo or vestibular disorders • Differential diagnosis of peripheral and central positional vertigo • Differentiation and treatment of Meniere's disease, vestibular migraine and their comorbidities • Recurrence and residual symptoms of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo • Inner ear malformation and vestibular dysfunction • Vestibular migraine and sleep disorders • Paroxysmal ataxia and dizziness • Vertigo and balance disorders (falls, abnormal gait, instability, etc.) • Vestibular testing and imaging in patients with vertigo or vestibular disorders • Cognitive impairment and vestibular disorders • Multisensory integration and vestibular disorders • Mental diseases (anxiety, depression, insomnia, etc.) and vertigo disorders • Research on vestibular compensation and rehabilitation training • Social and psychological aspects and burdens in people with vertigo • Vertigo and dizziness in older adults • Persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (PPPD) • Functional brain states in vertigo/dizziness • Neuroimaging in vertigo/dizziness

The Moving Tablet of the Eye

The Moving Tablet of the Eye
Author: Nicholas Wade
Publisher:
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2005
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780198566168

Eye movements are a vital part of our interaction with the world. They play a pivotal role in perception, cognition, and education. Research in this field is now proceeding at a considerable pace and casting new light on how the eyes move and what information we can derive during the frequentand brief periods of fixation. However, the origins of this work are less well known, even though much of our knowledge was derived from this research with far more primitive equipment. This book is unique in tracing the history of eye movement research. It shows how great strides were made in this area before modern recording devices were available, especially in the measurement of nystagmus. When photographic techniques were adapted to measure discontinuous eye movements, fromabout 1900, many of the issues that are now basic to modern research were then investigated. One of the earliest cognitive tasks examined was reading, and it remains in the vanguard of contemporary research. Modern researchers in this field will be astonished at the subtleties of these early experimental studies and the ingenuity of interpretations that were advanced one and even two centuries ago. Though physicians often carried out the original eye movement research, later on it was pursued bypsychologists - it is within contemporary neuroscience that we find these two strands reunited. Anyone interested in the origins of psychology and neuroscience will find much to stimulate and surprise them in this valuable new work.

Youmans Neurological Surgery E-Book

Youmans Neurological Surgery E-Book
Author: H. Richard Winn
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 4950
Release: 2011-11-17
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1455712760

Effectively perform today’s most state-of-the-art neurosurgical procedures with Youmans Neurological Surgery, 6th Edition, edited by H. Richard Winn, MD. Still the cornerstone of unquestioned guidance on surgery of the nervous system, the new edition updates you on the most exciting developments in this ever-changing field. In print and online, it provides all the cutting-edge details you need to know about functional and restorative neurosurgery (FRN)/deep brain stimulation (DBS), stem cell biology, radiological and nuclear imaging, neuro-oncology, and much more. And with nearly 100 intraoperative videos online at www.expertconsult.com, as well as thousands of full-color illustrations, this comprehensive, multimedia, 4-volume set remains the clinical neurosurgery reference you need to manage and avoid complications, overcome challenges, and maximize patient outcomes. Overcome any clinical challenge with this comprehensive and up-to-date neurosurgical reference, and ensure the best outcomes for your patients. Rely on this single source for convenient access to the definitive answers you need in your practice. Successfully perform functional and restorative neurosurgery (FRN) with expert guidance on the diagnostic aspects, medical therapy, and cutting-edge approaches shown effective in the treatment of tremor, Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and psychiatric disorders. Sharpen your neurosurgical expertise with updated and enhanced coverage of complication avoidance and intracranial pressure monitoring, epilepsy, neuro-oncology, pain, peripheral nerve surgery, radiosurgery/radiation therapy, and much more. Master new techniques with nearly 100 surgical videos online of intraoperative procedures including endoscopic techniques for spine and peripheral nerve surgery, the surgical resection for spinal cord hemangiomas, the resection of a giant AVM; and the radiosurgical and interventional therapy for vascular lesions and tumors. Confidently perform surgical techniques with access to full-color anatomic and surgical line drawings in this totally revised illustration program. Get fresh perspectives from new section editors and authors who are all respected international authorities in their respective neurosurgery specialties. Conveniently search the complete text online, view all of the videos, follow links to PubMed, and download all images at www.expertconsult.com.

The 28th Gate: Volume 4

The 28th Gate: Volume 4
Author: Christopher C. Dimond
Publisher: UDW Publishing
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2018-08-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1948619032

After Hunter and the Independent Militia begin broadcasting Hunter's message through the gates, Hunter receives an ominous message: new foes are coming for them. But what is the identity of this mysterious benefactor? And will Hunter’s cause gather the support they need to survive this pending threat long enough to follow through on Hunter’s goals to reunite with Civilization? Find out now in the exciting conclusion to Season II, The 28th Gate: Volume 4! Set in a far distant future, The 28th Gate is a series of tales that will appeal of fans of space marines, space fleets, and military hard science fiction. The series consists of eight volumes spread across four seasons telling the story of Hunter’s struggles against the AAA corporation that created him. Each volume contains six episodic novelettes each with the action, character, and plotting of a complete story all crammed into an espresso-like package, while each season chronicles a different arc in the overall epic.

The Oxford Compendium of Visual Illusions

The Oxford Compendium of Visual Illusions
Author: Arthur Gilman Shapiro
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 833
Release: 2017
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 019979460X

Visual illusions are compelling phenomena that draw attention to the brain's capacity to construct our perceptual world. The Compendium is a collection of over 100 chapters on visual illusions, written by the illusion creators or by vision scientists who have investigated mechanisms underlying the phenomena. --

Scott-Brown's Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Eighth Edition

Scott-Brown's Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Eighth Edition
Author: John Watkinson
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 4360
Release: 2018-07-17
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0429812434

Scott-Brown's Otorhinolaryngology is used the world over as the definitive reference for trainee ENT surgeons, audiologists and trainee head and neck surgeons, as well as specialists who need detailed, reliable and authoritative information on all aspects of ear, nose and throat disease and treatment. Key points: accompanied by a fully searchable electronic edition, making it more accessible, containing the same content as the print edition, with operative videos and references linked to Medline highly illustrated in colour throughout to aid understanding updated by an international team of editors and contributors evidence-based guidelines will help you in your clinical practice features include key points, best clinical practice guidelines, details of the search strategies used to prepare the material and suggestions for future research new Endocrine section. Scott-Brown will provide trainee surgeons (ENT and Head and Neck), audiologists and ENT physicians with quick access to relevant information about clinical conditions, and provide them with a starting point for further research. The accompanying electronic edition, enhanced with operative videos, will enable both easy reference and accessibility on the move.

Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports

Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 782
Release: 1978
Genre: Aeronautics
ISBN:

Lists citations with abstracts for aerospace related reports obtained from world wide sources and announces documents that have recently been entered into the NASA Scientific and Technical Information Database.

Vertigo/Vestibular Disorders and Cognitive Impairment in the Elderly

Vertigo/Vestibular Disorders and Cognitive Impairment in the Elderly
Author: Lisheng Yu
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2024-02-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 2832543928

Dizziness and vertigo are common symptoms in older people and affect their health and quality of life. Meantime, dizziness, and vertigo can increase the risk of falls by affecting balance and gait. Previous studies have shown that falls are one of the major problems in the elderly and are considered one of the "geriatric giants" (mobility, falls, continuity, and improved intelligence/memory), leading to a significant contribution of mobility. In addition, dizziness has also been correlated with cognitive dysfunction. Patients often complain of mental fogginess and difficulties with memory and attention. Bigelow et al. (2016) found that patients with vestibular disorders had a four-fold increase in cognitive impairment, with 12% reporting activity limitation due to memory problems or confusion.