Book Review: Differential Diagnosis in Neuroimaging: Brain and Meninges

摘要

Copyright © 2017 by the Congress of Neurological SurgeonsDifferential Diagnosis in Neuroimaging: Brain and Meninges is the first volume of a 3-part series edited by renowned neuroradiologist and medical educator Dr. Steven P. Meyers, MD, PhD. This volume presents a wealth of image-rich information and concise summaries on various conditions involving the pediatric and adult brain, ventricles, meninges, and neurovascular system.What sets this book apart from others in this genre is its unique organization, with chapters arranged by anatomic compartments in the brain (intra-axial, extra-axial, ventricles, meninges, vasculature). Each chapter begins with a brief introduction and helpful diagrams, followed by multiple tables offering differential diagnosis organized by specific location or pathophysiology. Each table is organized into 3 columns, listing the condition name, key imaging findings, and relevant clinical information. Most entries are associated with 1 or more high-quality figures, which are clearly labeled and accompanied by concise legends....