Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery: Preoperative Assessment and Surgical Treatment 1st Edition
Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery: Preoperative Assessment and Surgical Treatment – 1st Edition is a specialized, evidence-based resource that focuses on the comprehensive evaluation and surgical management of drug-resistant epilepsy in children. This essential volume is now available in Pakistan through Books Hub PK, your trusted source for original medical and neurosurgical literature.
Authored by leading international experts in pediatric neurology, neurosurgery, and epileptology, this book delivers a detailed, multidisciplinary approach to pediatric epilepsy surgery—combining neuroimaging, electrophysiology, clinical assessment, and cutting-edge surgical techniques. The first edition is ideal for pediatric neurosurgeons, neurologists, epilepsy specialists, and postgraduate trainees seeking to expand their expertise in managing complex epilepsy cases in young patients.
Key Features:
Comprehensive preoperative evaluation protocols, including detailed discussions on EEG, MRI, PET, MEG, and neuropsychological assessments.
Step-by-step surgical techniques for focal resection, hemispherectomy, corpus callosotomy, and neuromodulation (including VNS and DBS) in children.
In-depth analysis of epilepsy syndromes, surgical indications, and outcome predictors tailored specifically for the pediatric population.
High-resolution imaging and intraoperative illustrations that enhance understanding of anatomical and functional brain mapping.
Multidisciplinary care insights, including anesthesia, neurocritical care, and postoperative rehabilitation in children.
Case-based discussions and real-world clinical pathways that reflect best practices in high-volume pediatric epilepsy centers.
This textbook is not only a surgical guide but also a critical academic tool for those preparing for advanced certifications such as FCPS (Neurosurgery/Neurology), FRCS, or international fellowship programs in pediatric epilepsy surgery and functional neurosurgery.
