Arachnoid Cysts: Epidemiology, Biology, and Neuroimaging

by Knut Wester (Editor)

Arachnoid Cysts: Epidemiology, Biology, and Neuroimaging is an authoritative text on a topic that is still misunderstood in many medical circles. Edited by Knut Wester, this book presents a comprehensive view of arachnoid cysts, with chapters contributed by experts covering a range of aspects of the condition.

Arachnoid cysts are congenital malformations that occur in the middle cranial fossa. They can cause a range of symptoms, including headaches, seizures, and developmental delays. Often, these cysts go undiagnosed, but there is an increasing understanding among neurologists and neurosurgeons that surgical intervention can relieve the patient’s symptoms.

This book aims to provide a broad and updated presentation of the condition, including epidemiology, etiology, biology (including genetics and molecular biology), and neuroimaging. It is written for researchers, residents, and clinical practitioners in clinical neuroscience, neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, and pediatrics.

In the first chapter, the editors provide an introduction to arachnoid cysts, including their history, nomenclature, and classification. They also provide an overview of the pathophysiology of arachnoid cysts, including the different types of cysts, their locations, and their clinical manifestations.

The second chapter covers the epidemiology of arachnoid cysts, including their frequency, prevalence, and incidence. The authors also discuss the risk factors for the development of arachnoid cysts, including genetic factors and environmental factors.

The third chapter covers the etiology of arachnoid cysts, including the various theories of their origin. The authors also discuss the role of different types of cells in the development of these cysts, including arachnoidal cells, meningeal cells, and endothelial cells.

The fourth chapter covers the biology of arachnoid cysts, including their genetics and molecular biology. The authors discuss the genetic mutations that have been associated with arachnoid cysts, as well as the role of various genes in the development of these cysts.

The fifth chapter covers the neuroimaging of arachnoid cysts, including the various imaging modalities that can be used to diagnose and monitor these cysts. The authors also discuss the limitations of these imaging modalities and the challenges of interpreting imaging findings.

The final chapter discusses the management of arachnoid cysts, including the different treatment options available and the controversies surrounding the management of these cysts. The authors also provide guidelines for the management of these cysts, based on the available evidence.

Overall, Arachnoid Cysts: Epidemiology, Biology, and Neuroimaging is an excellent resource for researchers, residents, and clinical practitioners interested in arachnoid cysts. It provides a comprehensive view of the condition, including its pathophysiology, epidemiology, etiology, biology, and neuroimaging.

In conclusion, if you are a medical professional interested in arachnoid cysts, this book is a must-read. It provides a thorough and up-to-date overview of the condition, and is sure to be a valuable resource for anyone interested in the diagnosis and management of arachnoid cysts. So, I highly recommend ordering this book today and expanding your knowledge on this important topic.

Product Details

• Gives a detailed account of all pathophysiological aspects of arachnoid cysts
• Covers epidemiology, etiology, biology, genetics and molecular biology and neuroimaging of arachnoid cysts
• Discusses present controversies in cyst management in a historical perspective
• Provides information of use to researchers, residents, and clinical practitioners in clinical neuroscience, neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, and pediatrics

• : 238 pages
• Publisher: Academic Press; 1 edition (November 6, 2017)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0128099321
• ISBN-13: 978-0128099322