Forensic Neuropathology and Neurology

Manfred Oehmichen, Roland N. Auer, Hans Günter König, Kurt A. Jellinger9783642006982, 3642006981

Incorporating the most recent literature and state-of-the-art methods, this practical work and atlas covers the entire domain of neuropathology for forensic pathologists as well as for specialists in associated fields. Its concise, direct style provides the reader with succinct and easy-to-find answers to forensic, pathological, pathophysiological, biomechanical, and molecular biology problems. Additionally, the authors cover several basic and practical problems that may stimulate further research.
Each chapter includes an overview of the literature as well as specified references, and features a wealth of figures, graphs, and tables.
The present volume deals with specific aspects of neuropathology, and is particularly appropriate for all those interested and involved in the field of forensic pathology, forensic sciences, clinical pathology, neurology, neurosurgery, law, and criminology. Special emphasis is placed on expertise concerning the field’s relevance for everyday practice and also on up-to-date data in basic research.

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Table of contents :
Cover……Page 1
Foreword……Page 6
Preface……Page 9
Acknowledgements……Page 11
Contents……Page 12
Abbreviations……Page 22
Quantities and Units……Page 24
1. Introduction……Page 28
Part I – Principles of Forensic Neuropathology……Page 32
2. Risks, Responsibilities and Liabilities……Page 34
3. Cytology of the CNS……Page 42
4. Cell and Tissue Reactions……Page 68
5. Methods in Forensic Neuropathology……Page 110
Part II – Physical Trauma……Page 123
6. Basic Principles of Mechanical Trauma……Page 124
7. Injuries of the Brain’s Coverings……Page 138
8. Open Brain Injuries……Page 178
9. Closed Brain Injuries……Page 204
10. Injuries of Spine and Spinal Cord……Page 244
11. Injuries of Peripheral Nerves……Page 268
12. Special Physical Trauma……Page 272
Part III – Ischemia and Asphyxia……Page 299
13. Hypoxia, Ischemia (Hypoglycemia)……Page 300
14. Forensic Types of Ischemia and Asphyxia……Page 320
15. Permanent Global Ischemia……Page 346
Part IV – Intoxication……Page 358
16. Introductory Remarks……Page 360
17. Specific Types of Neurotoxins……Page 366
18. Alcohol, Organic Solvents, and Aerosols……Page 398
19. Illegal Drugs and Drug Dependence……Page 418
Part V – Pediatric Neuropathology……Page 433
20. Basic Principles……Page 434
21. Fetal Neuropathology……Page 452
22. Perinatal CNS Injury……Page 460
23. Postnatal Natural CNS Death……Page 478
24. Postnatal Mechanical Brain Injury (MBI)……Page 498
25. Physical Abuse……Page 516
Part VI – Clinical Neuropathology……Page 550
26. Basic Principles……Page 552
27. Seizures and Epilepsy……Page 556
28. Vascular Diseases……Page 568
29. Inflammatory Diseases……Page 608
30. Nutritional and Metabolic Insults……Page 632
31. Aging and Brain Pathology……Page 646
Index……Page 668