Advanced Pediatric Craniocervical Surgery 1st Edition

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This text presents state-of-the-art techniques for surgery of the craniovertebral junction and cervical spine. It provides concise explanations of the underlying principles of each technique and insights into the unique issues in pediatric surgery. With this complete resource, you will gain the solid foundation in surgical concepts necessary to make critical clinical decisions as well as the technical knowledge and confidence to carry them out. Highlights include Detailed explanations illuminating the links between embryology and normal and abnormal development of the craniovertebral junction and cervical spine In-depth discussion of the issues and techniques involved in both atlantoaxial and occipitocervical surgery in children An entire chapter devoted to managing craniocervical conditions of patients with Down Syndrome An examination of traumatic injuries of the craniocervical junction in children More than 100 step-by-step illustrations demonstrating key surgical techniques This readily accessible text will be a valuable asset in the library of physicians managing and treating craniocervical conditions, from the most experienced pediatric neurosurgeon to residents in the early stages of their careers. Table of Contents 1. Anatomy of the Pediatric Craniovertebral Junction and Cervical SpineA. CVJ a. Bony and Ligamentous Anatomy b. Vascular Anatomy c. Soft Tissue and Lymphatic Anatomy B. Cervical Spine a. Bony and Ligamentous Anatomy b. Vascular Anatomy c. Soft Tissue and Lymphatic Anatomy 2. Normal Embryological Development of the Craniovertebral Junction and Cervical Spine A. CVJ Development a. Sclerotomal Anatomy b. Bony Anatomy B. Cervical Spine Development C. New Embryological Theories 3. Abnormal Development of the Craniovertebral Junction and Cervical Spine A. Congenital Vertebral Anomalies: An Overview B. CVJ Anomalies a. Clival Anomalies b. Foramen Magnum Anomalies c. Atlas Anomalies d. Axis Anomalies C. Cervical Spine Anomalies 4. Pathophysiology and Clinical Presentation of Pediatric CVJ and Cervical Spine Abnormalities A. Pathophysiology a. Congenital b. Developmental/Aquired B. Clinical Presentation a. Symptoms b. Signs c. Clinical Syndromes 5. Radiology of Pediatric Craniocervical Abnormalities A. Plain Films, Including Dynamic Views B. CT C. MRI 6. Biomechanics: Special Pediatric Considerations A. Review of Normal Biomechanics B. Special Pediatric Biomechanical Considerations a. CVJ b. Cervical Spine 7. Advanced Surgery for the Craniovertebral Junction in Children A. Indications for Surgery B. Surgical Approaches a. Anterior b. Anterolateral c. Posterior C. Implants a. U Loops b. Transarticular, Lateral Mass and Pedicle Screws c. Lateral Plates d. Contoured Loops e. Biomechanical Considerations D. Bone Graft Materials a. Iliac crest b. Rib c. Allograft E. External Orthoses F. Postoperative Follow-Up