Cerebrospinal Fluid in Neurology and Psychiatry

Cerebrospinal Fluid in Neurology and Psychiatry by Joseph R. Bianchine, H. McConnell.

Scientists have speculated as to the nature of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) - "the third circulation" or "vital spirit" for centuries. Just what is this mysterious bathing solution of the central nervous system? Is it a vehicle of transport for an "animal spirit" directing...

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Main Authors: Bianchine, Joseph R. (Author), McConnell, H. (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Springer US : Imprint: Springer, 1994.
Edition:1st ed. 1994.
Series:Springer eBook Collection.
Subjects:
Neurology .
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Table of Contents:
  • 1 Historical Perspective
  • 2 Cerebrospinal Fluid Dynamics
  • 3 CSF as a Reflection of Cerebral Metabolism
  • 4 Lumbar Puncture
  • 5 Composition of CSF
  • 6 CSF in Neurological Illness
  • 7 CSF in Psychiatric Illness
  • 8 CSF in Systemic Illness Affecting the CNS
  • 9 Current and Future Clinical Utility of Cerebrospinal Fluid in Neurology and Psychiatry
  • References.

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