8 Treatment of Status Epilepticus in Adults
James Park, Alan Wang, Andres Fernandez, and Sara Hefton Abstract Status epilepticus is a neurologic emergency that requires immediate evaluation and treatment in order to prevent significant morbidity and mortality….
6 Cerebral Edema and Elevated Intracranial Pressure
Anna Karpenko and Michelle Ghobrial Abstract Elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) is a medical condition commonly encountered in the intensive care unit (ICU) and can be seen in association with several…
7 Fevers and Infections in the Neuro-ICU
Deena M. Athas, Amna Sheikh, and Jacqueline S. Urtecho Abstract Fever, both infectious and noninfectious, is a common occurrence in neuro-critical care unit (neuro-ICU). This chapter will discuss key components…
5 Transfusion Medicine and Anticoagulation
Bhuvanesh Govind and Matthew Vibbert Abstract Anemia of critical illness, thromboses, and coagulopathies are common complications in the neurologic intensive care unit (ICU). A judicious approach that considers risks of…
4 Cerebrovascular Emergencies: Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (SAH)
Norman Ajiboye, Yu Kan Au, and Syed Omar Shah Abstract Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a devastating neurologic disorder which requires early recognition for optimal patient management. It is associated…
3 Cerebrovascular Emergency: Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage (ICH)
Syed Omar Shah Abstract Spontaneous ICH remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality throughout the world. The aim of this chapter is to provide the etiology, presentation, and treatment…
2 Cerebrovascular Emergency—Acute Stroke Diagnosis and Management
Maria Carissa C. Pineda, Sridhara S. Yaddanapudi, and Norman Ajiboye Abstarct Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability in the USA. Timely acute interventions in the form of…
1 Encephalopathy and Delirium
Catriona M. Harrop Abstract Encephalopathy is characterized by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke as “any diffuse disease of the brain that alters brain function or structure,” 1…
Chapter 20 – Neuroimaging Studies of Effects of Psychotherapy in Depression
Abstract Depression is one of the leading causes of mortality, disability, and loss of productivity. The World Health Organization (WHO) ranks depressive disorders as the eleventh cause of disability and…
