Cranial Osteomyelitis Diagnosis and Treatment
This book is the first reference book covering exclusively all aspects of this challenging disease. It is designed to serve as a succinct appropriate resource for neurosurgeons, otorhinolaryngologists, neuroradiologists, researchers and infectious disease
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Cranial Osteomyelitis Diagnosis and Treatment
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Cranial Osteomyelitis
Ali Akhaddar
Cranial Osteomyelitis Diagnosis and Treatment
Ali Akhaddar Department of Neurosurgery Avicenne Military Hospital of Marrakech University of Mohammed V in Rabat Marrakech, Morocco
ISBN 978-3-319-30266-9 ISBN 978-3-319-30268-3 DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-30268-3
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Library of Congress Control Number: 2016934694 © Springer International Publishing Switzerland 2016 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. Printed on acid-free paper This Springer imprint is published by Springer Nature The registered company is Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
To His Majesty Mohammed VI, King of Morocco To my parents, my wife, and my children with love To my teachers with gratitude To my patients, my inspiration
Foreword I
Cranial osteomyelitis is an uncommon but important entity that has not been systematically addressed. This unique book, edited and authored by Pr Ali Akhaddar, is therefore very welcome and achieves its goals in a comprehensive and effective fashion. Cranial osteomyelitis can be difficult to treat. The differential diagnosis, imaging aspects, bacteriology, and options for treatment are thoroughly discussed. Important sections on the prognosis and prevention of this illness are included. This is a most welcome reference source that is well crafted and up to date. Edward R. Laws, MD, FACS Professor of Neurosurgery Brigham & Women’s Hospital Harvard Medical School Boston, Massachusetts, USA [email protected]
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Foreword II
Cranial Osteomyelitis: Diagnosis and Treatment written by Professor Ali Akhaddar is a welcome addition to the world of neurosurgical infectious disease. This 16 chapter contribution represents a comprehensive reference book that describes the most important aspects of cranial osteomyelitis which are important for numerous clinicians involved in diagnosing and managing this disease process. These medical specialists include but are not
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