§16§'Syringomyelia and Hindbrain Hernia' provides an up-to-date account of the present state of understanding of syringomyelia and related disorders. Although a relatively rare clinical entity, this topic continues to fascinate neurosurgeons, neurologists and other specialists. Modern imaging technologies permit an accurate diagnosis to be made at an early state in most cases. This reference monograph also addresses new challenges, such as the appropriate management of the increasing number of apparently idiopathic syrinx cavities that are detected. It discusses controversies in current practice and provides direction for future research. An important reference monograph for experts in this field and for specialists in the various related disciplines. §04§Historical aspects.- Epidemiology.- Anatomy and Physiology.- Developmental Anatomy.- Genetics of Chiari malformation and syringomyelia.- The Filling Mechanism.- Mathematical modelling.- Clinical presentation.- Diagnostic Investigations.- Hindbrain Related Syringomyelia.- Post-traumatic and post-inflammatory syringomyelia.- Idiopathic syringomyelia.- Paediatric perspectives.- Veterinary Aspects.- Pregnancy.- Pain management.- The Biochemistry of Syringomyelia.- Patient perspectives.- Medico-legal aspects.- Nomenclature.- History of the imaging of syringomyelia.- Syrinx in Art.- Historical vignettes.- Useful contacts. §13§§"This is a great textbook on syringomelia in children and adults. Etiology, mechanisms, biomechanical modeling, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, and complications are described in depth for both the researcher and neurosurgeon alike. ... The embryonic origins of neurulation and spinal cord differentiation are good also with some new insights." (Joseph J. Grenier, Amazon.com, September, 2015)§
