Occult Spinal Dysraphism

This volume covers the known details of all subtypes of occult spinal dysraphism in unprecedented detail.  This 21 chapter invaluable resource begins with a deep dive into the history and embryology of occult spinal dysraphisms. Following this, subtypes of occult spinal dysraphism are thoroughly explored ­­― of which include split cord malformations, tethered cord syndromes, adult presentations/outcomes of occult spinal dysraphism, cutaneous stigmata. Chapters will cover the clinical presentation, radiological features, and surgical nuances of each of the occult spinal dysraphisms. Throughout the book, expertly written text is supplemented by a number of high quality figures and tables, as well as a video documenting surgical treatment of type 1 split cord malformation.

By focusing on each entity currently grouped within this topic as a separate chapter, the most up-to-date information will be provided to the reader, making Occult Spinal Dysraphism a must-have resource for students, practitioners and medical professionals involved in treating spinal dsyraphism.

R. Shane Tubbs, PhD

Professor, Chief Scientific Officer and Vice President

Seattle Science Foundation

Seattle, WA 98122

USA

 

Rod J. Oskouian, MD

Chief of Spine 

Swedish Neuroscience Institute

President and CEO Seattle Science Foundation

Seattle, WA

USA

 

W. Jerry Oakes, MD

Professor

Children’s of Alabama 

Birmingham, AL

USA

 

Jeffrey P. Blount, MD

Professor and Chair, Pediatric Neurosurgery

Division of Neurosurgery

Children’s of Alabama

Birmingham, AL

USA