Hemifacial Spasm A Comprehensive Guide
Hemifacial Spasm A Comprehensive Guide by Kwan Park, published by Springer Nature Singapore on November 27, 2020, is a detailed resource that addresses hemifacial spasm, a neuromuscular disorder treatable through surgical intervention. This first edition spans 154 pages and provides an extensive overview of the condition, including its classification, pathogenesis, and both surgical and medical treatment options. Dr. Park, who has performed over 4,000 microvascular decompression surgeries, shares insights drawn from his extensive experience and the latest advancements in the field.
Readers will find a thorough examination of the diagnosis and differential diagnosis of hemifacial spasm, as well as discussions on the role of botulinum toxin injections and potential complications. This guide is designed for young neurosurgeons aiming to refine their surgical skills, as well as for medical professionals who may encounter patients experiencing involuntary facial contractions. The book serves as a valuable reference for those seeking to understand the complexities of this condition and its management in clinical practice.
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This book is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to hemifacial spasm, one of the very few neuromuscular disorders that can be treated surgically. All aspects are covered, including classification, pathogenesis, diagnosis and differential diagnosis, surgical principles and practice, medical treatment, the role of botulinum toxin injection, complications, prognosis, and redo surgery. Dr. Kwan Park has performed microvascular decompression surgery, the treatment of choice, in more than 4000 hemifacial spasm patients at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul, Korea. Over the past two decades, important lessons have been learned and new technologies adopted. This book draws together the many scientific contributions of Dr. Park and his team and offers the very latest insights into management of the condition. It will be an excellent guide for young neurosurgeons wishing to master the relevant surgical skills, as well as for all other medical personnel who may encounter patients with involuntary twitching or contraction on one side of the face.
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