The Vertebral Artery

Management of carotid and vertebral artery disease has undergone tremendous strides since the introduction of thin section CT angiography and neurointerventions. These minimally invasive techniques continue to evolve allowing great advantages for patients. In this book we will focus on both endovascular (minimally invasive) and open arterial reconstructions as both types of procedures are still very much part of routine practice in managing extracranial carotid and vertebral artery disease.

study of major sub branches of Head and Neck Neuroanatomy which includes Major Cranial Nerves etc.

This book collects recent experimental and clinical studies on gender influence in carotid artery compliance in health and pathological states, discussing also the usefulness and appropriateness of specific and personal medical therapy. It provides an overview of the growing importance of ongoing studies on the benefit and risk of gender-specific therapy.