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James W. Lance, AO, CBE, MD, Hon DSc, FRCP(London), FRACP, FAA, Consultant Neurologist, Institute of Neurological Sciences, The Prince Henry and Prince of Wales Hospitals; Emeritus Professor of Neurology, University of New South Wales, Australia; and Peter J. Goadsby, BMedSc MB BS MD PhD DSc FRACP, Wellcome Senior Research Fellow and Professor of Clinical Neurology, Institute of Neurology, University College London and Consultant Neurologist, The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square, London, UK.
Butterworth Heinemann
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Neurology - Clinical
Based on the current classification of the International Headache Society, this revised and updated 7th Edition provides up-to-date, practical guidance on the very latest advances in research into the pathophysiology, clinical aspects, and treatment of all types of headache—including migraine, tension-type headache, cluster headache, and chronic daily headache. It provides an optimal blend of clinical know-how and relevant basic science, written in an easy-to-read, engaging style.
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
Key Features
- Features a chapter organization based on the HIS classification of headache, making information easy to find.
- Delivers balanced coverage of the most recent scientific discoveries as well as tried and true clinical observations.
New to this Edition
- Includes updated discussions on the pathophysiology and treatment of migraine, plus a new chapter on Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalgias (cluster headaches).
- Delivers a completely revised chapter on tension-type headache that reflects recent changes in clinical practice.
- Provides revisions based on updated guidelines presented at the International Headache Society, Congress of Headache, September 2003.
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James W Lance AO CBE MD Hon DSc FRCPLondon FRACP FAA Consultant Neurologist Institute of Neurological Sciences The Prince Henry and Prince of Wales Hospitals Emeritus Professor of Neurology University of New South Wales Australia and Peter J Goadsby BMedSc MB BS MD PhD DSc FRACP Wellcome Senior Research Fellow and Professor of Clinical Neurology Institute of Neurology University College London and Consultant Neurologist The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery Queen Square London UK Mechanism Management Headache |
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