A broad review of headache pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment, this book is divded into four parts. Part 1 covers head pain physiology and anatomy, headache epidemiology, and current concepts regarding headache pathophysiology. Part 2 is devoted to diagnosis of the primary headache disorders. Part 3 covers the diagnosis of secondary headaches. Part 4 is concerned with treatment of primary headaches including special considerations such as paediatric treatment, surgical treatment and inpatient treatment.
Reviews
"...easy to read and covers all the main topics in headache medicine."--The New England Journal of Medicine "Overall, this book is highly recommended as an addition to the library of anyone who researches or treats headache on a regular basis. Its breadth of coverage will make it a useful tool for general practitioners and headache specialists alike."--Archives of Neurology "This is a thorough, easily digestible guide for any practitioner caring for headache patients. A thoughtful review of anatomy precedes comprehensive chapters discussing diagnosis, treatment, and the care and management of special populations....This is one of the first books...which can stand alone as a study guide for the UCNS headache medicine certification exam. The contributing authors are among the most influential and knowledgeable experts in the world, and they discuss the latest in evidence-based diagnosis and treatment while inserting thoughtful personal views and pearls."--Doody's



Book Information
ISBN 9780195366730
Author Morris Levin
Format Hardback
Page Count 336
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 558g
Dimensions(mm) 155mm * 231mm * 20mm