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Designed to evaluate candidates' expertise and provide direction for continued learning, the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) primary (written) examination is a required step to attaining board certification in the U.S. The rigorous exam requires substantial preparation.
Each author brings unique qualifications to this publication from writing previous editions, to achieving the second highest exam score in the U.S. to the insights of a current chief resident. Their mission is to help readers comprehend the material and retain this knowledge, rather than solely striving for the highest score.
This essential board prep review mirrors the exam's multiple-choice format and seven sections: neurosurgery, clinical neurology, neuroanatomy, neurobiology, neuropathology, neuroradiology, and clinical skills/critical care. Presented in a new and improved layout, the third edition encompasses the numerous advances in neurosurgery since the 2004 edition was published.
New Key Features:
- Expanded coverage of endovascular techniques for the treatment of cerebral aneurysms, the latest advanced imaging technologies, and treatment paradigm updates for acute ischemic stroke
- More than 1,000 questions with answers that include detailed, insightful explanations
- High-quality illustrations and superb anatomical dissections by Albert L. Rhoton Jr., MD, and other masters
This invaluable board review will help neurosurgical residents prepare thoroughly for the primary ABNS exam. It is also beneficial for neuroscience residents specializing in neurology and neuropathology.
Sommario
1A. Neurosurgery Questions
1B. Neurosurgery Answer Key
1C. Neurosurgery Answers and Explanations
2A. Clinical Neurology Questions
2B. Clinical Neurology Answer Key
2C. Clinical Neurology Answers and Explanations
3A. Neuroanatomy Questions
3B. Neuroanatomy Answer Key
3C. Neuroanatomy Answers and Explanations
4A. Neurobiology Questions
4B. Neurobiology Answer Key
4C. Neurobiology Answers and Explanations
5A. Neuropathology Questions
5B. Neuropathology Answer Key
5C. Neuropathology Answers and Explanations
6A. Neuroradiology Questions
6B. Neuroradiology Answer Key
6C. Neuroradiology Answers and Explanations
7A. Clinical Skill/Critical Care Questions
7B. Clinical Skill/Critical Care Answer Key
7C. Clinical Skill/Critical Care Answers and Explanations
Riassunto
Designed to evaluate candidates' expertise and provide direction for continued learning, the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) primary (written) examination is a required step to attaining board certification in the U.S. The rigorous exam requires substantial preparation. Each author brings unique qualifications to this publication from writing previous editions, to achieving the second highest exam score in the U.S. to the insights of a current chief resident. Their mission is to help readers comprehend the material and retain this knowledge, rather than solely striving for the highest score. This essential board prep review mirrors the exam's multiple-choice format and seven sections: neurosurgery, clinical neurology, neuroanatomy, neurobiology, neuropathology, neuroradiology, and clinical skills/critical care. Presented in a new and improved layout, the third edition encompasses the numerous advances in neurosurgery since the 2004 edition was published. New Key Features:Expanded coverage of endovascular techniques for the treatment of cerebral aneurysms, the latest advanced imaging technologies, and treatment paradigm updates for acute ischemic strokeMore than 1,000 questions with answers that include detailed, insightful explanationsHigh-quality illustrations and superb anatomical dissections by Albert L. Rhoton Jr., MD, and other mastersThis invaluable board review will help neurosurgical residents prepare thoroughly for the primary ABNS exam. It is also beneficial for neuroscience residents specializing in neurology and neuropathology.
