Wolters Kluwer
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BASIC SCIENCE
NEUROSCIENCE & NEUROANATOMY
Basic Clinical Neuroscience
Third Edition
Paul A Young PhD
Professor, Center for Anatomical Science and Education, St. Louis University School of
Medicine, St. Louis, MO
Daniel L Tolbert PhD
Professor and Director, Center for Anatomical Science and Education, St. Louis University
School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
February 2015 / Softbound / 7 x 10
Approx. 464 pp. / Approx. 325 Illus.
978-1-4511-7329-1
DESCRIPTION
Clinically oriented and student-friendly, Basic Clinical Neuroscience provides the anatomic and
pathophysiologic basis necessary to understand neurologic abnormalities. This concise but comprehensive
text emphasizes the localization of specific medically important anatomic structures and clinically important
pathways, using anatomy-enhancing illustrations.
Updated throughout to reflect recent advances in the field, the Third Edition features new clinical boxes, over
100 additional review questions, and striking full color artwork.
FEATURES
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Full-color design enhances illustrations and images and makes the material more engaging and
easier to understand.
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Additional clinical images, case studies, review questions, and clinical correlations have been added to help
students master the subject matter.
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Chapter-opening cases apply concepts to clinical practice, allowing students to see the real world relevance
of what they are learning.
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Clinical Connection boxes inserted near relevant anatomical structure or pathway discussions prepare
students for the boards and clinical practice.
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A complete chapter focuses on locating lesions.
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Chapter-ending review questions allow students to assess their understanding as they move through the
book.
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Unique, hand-drawn artwork—now updated to full color—clarifies key structures.
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An end-of-the-book glossary of key terms is ideal for self-testing and review.
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An Atlas of Myelin-Stained Sections helps students identify key structures.