For this sixth edition of Mechanism and Management of Headache, Professor Lance has been joined by Dr Peter Goadsby to present a practical account of the latest advances in research into the clinical aspects, pathophysiology and treatment of headache. The text has been completely revised, and provides an easily followed guide to the management of headache problems in practice as well as insights acquired from functional MRI, PET scanning and new work on the neurotransmitters involved in the production of headache.
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Review:
REVIEWS OF THE LAST EDITION: "If one is to choose a single volume from the many books on headache, this one, written by one of the leaders in the field, is it."-Archive of Neurology"Thoroughness, practicality, and a widely based scholarly view of a huge subject are the hallmarks of this splendid text and explain its continuing supremacy in a well-stacked, competitive market."-Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry"A pleasure to read."-Headache
From the Publisher:
This edition begins with information on history taking and diagnosis and physical examination, before going on to detailed descriptions of each type of headache organized according to the classification by the International Headache Society. Current views on pathophysiology have been summarized and new medication evaluated, with references provided for those who want to pursue a particular topic. The book is intended for all medical practitioners dealing with headache patients and covers a spectrum of interest to general practitioners, specialist physicians and neurologists. Headache is one of the most common of symptoms and can interfere with many of life's pleasures as well as working ability. It deserves to be taken seriously.
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- PublisherButterworth-Heinemann Ltd
- Publication date1982
- ISBN 10 0407264582
- ISBN 13 9780407264588
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number4
- Number of pages272