Clinical and Surgical Treatment of Drug-Resistant Epilepsies - Arthur Cukiert

Clinical and Surgical Treatment of Drug-Resistant Epilepsies: A Comprehensive Guide

By Arthur Cukiert

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by recurrent seizures, which can vary in severity from mild to life-threatening. Drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE) is a particularly challenging form of the disorder, as it does not respond to standard medications.

In Clinical and Surgical Treatment of Drug-Resistant Epilepsies, Dr. Arthur Cukiert provides a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and management of DRE. This book is essential reading for neurologists, neurosurgeons, and other healthcare professionals who care for patients with epilepsy.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage: This book covers all aspects of DRE, from diagnosis to treatment.
• Evidence-based approach: Dr. Cukiert draws on the latest research to provide evidence-based recommendations for the diagnosis and management of DRE.
• Practical guidance: This book provides practical guidance on how to diagnose and treat DRE, including detailed descriptions of surgical techniques.
• Case studies: This book includes case studies that illustrate the principles of diagnosis and management of DRE.

Benefits:

• Improve patient outcomes: By following the principles outlined in this book, you can improve the outcomes of your patients with DRE.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest research: This book provides you with the latest research on DRE, so you can stay up-to-date on the latest advances in diagnosis and treatment.
• Enhance your skills: This book provides you with the skills you need to diagnose and treat DRE, so you can provide the best possible care for your patients.

Order your copy today!

Clinical and Surgical Treatment of Drug-Resistant Epilepsies is a must-have resource for neurologists, neurosurgeons, and other healthcare professionals who care for patients with epilepsy. Order your copy today and start improving the outcomes of your patients with DRE.

Table of Contents

• Part I: Introduction
  • Chapter 1: Epidemiology and Etiology of Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
  • Chapter 2: Classification and Diagnosis of Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
• Part II: Medical Treatment of Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
  • Chapter 3: Antiepileptic Drugs
  • Chapter 4: Ketogenic Diet
  • Chapter 5: Vagus Nerve Stimulation
  • Chapter 6: Responsive Neurostimulation
• Part III: Surgical Treatment of Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
  • Chapter 7: Surgical Evaluation of Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
  • Chapter 8: Temporal Lobe Epilepsy
  • Chapter 9: Frontal Lobe Epilepsy
  • Chapter 10: Parietal Lobe Epilepsy
  • Chapter 11: Occipital Lobe Epilepsy
  • Chapter 12: Multilobar Epilepsy
  • Chapter 13: Hemispherectomy
  • Chapter 14: Corpus Callosotomy
• Part IV: Special Topics
  • Chapter 15: Epilepsy in Children
  • Chapter 16: Epilepsy in the Elderly
  • Chapter 17: Epilepsy in Pregnancy
  • Chapter 18: Psychosocial Aspects of Drug-Resistant Epilepsy

About the Author

Dr. Arthur Cukiert is a Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery at the University of California, San Francisco. He is a world-renowned expert in the diagnosis and management of epilepsy. Dr. Cukiert has published over 200 articles in peer-reviewed journals and has edited several books on epilepsy. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including the American Epilepsy Society's Lifetime Achievement Award.