Cerebral Ventricles: In Multiple-Choice Questions

This book uses the multiple-choice question (MCQ) format to specifically address the topic related to the cerebral ventricles. The mission of this book is to help readers revise the core concepts and maintain knowledge of the anatomy, pathology, and neurosurgery of the cerebral ventricles. This study companion is structured in five sections, for a total of 18 chapters, including 450 + MCQs in a convenient format to provide a comprehensive and concise overview. Answers and explanations appear immediately below the questions to enhance readability.This book is an adjunct to existing texts and does not intend to be the primary source of information; it rather aims to help readers identify their relevant strengths and weaknesses in the area. The content is based on the most up-to-date best practice evidence, with a style that mirrors the format adopted by most local, regional, and international board examinations.The student of neurosurgery, neurology, neuroscience,neuroanatomy, the residents, the fellows, the younger attending preparing for exams or practice, and even the later-stage surgeons or physicians are the target audience of this book.

About the Author

Hayder R. Salih M.B.Ch.B

Co-Director Hoz Neurosurgery Simulation Laboratory. NTH. Co-Director, Neurosurgery Medical Student Elective Program in Iraq. The co-author of more than 15 peer-reviewed articles, most topics related to vascular neurosurgery, oncology and neurotrauma. He is the author of the book “Pineal Neurosurgery” ISBN 978-3-030-53191-1 ; Springer International Publishing. He is also the author of the book “Neurotrauma in Multiple Choice Questions” ISBN: 978-3-030-80869-3” Springer International Publishing. It is reviewed by “Neurosurgery” journal 2022 (the official journal of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons).

Samer S. Hoz, M.B.Ch.B, FRCS

Ali A. Dolachee, M.B.Ch. B, M.D, ABHS,

Neurosurgeon, assistant professor, and researcher in the department of surgery, Al-Kindy College of Medicine, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq. Special interest in brain endoscopic and basal skull surgeries and complex spine surgery. Wideexperience in head trauma doing hundreds of surgeries for blast-injured patients with facing many of unusual complications and suggested a modified decompressive craniectomy. He has helped to improve the teaching methods for medical students, especially in dealing with head trauma in the emergency department. He is the author of the book “Pineal Neurosurgery” ISBN 978-3-030-53191-1 ; Springer International Publishing. He is also the author of the book “Neurotrauma in Multiple Choice Questions” ISBN: 978-3-030-80869-3” Springer International Publishing. It is reviewed by “Neurosurgery” journal 2022 (the official journal of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons).

Mohammed A. Alrawi, M.B.Ch.B , FRCS

Co-Director, Neurosurgery Medical Student Elective Program in Iraq. The first author or co-author of more than 15 peer-reviewed articles, most topics related to vascular neurosurgery, oncology and neurotrauma. He is the author of the book “Neurotrauma in Multiple Choice Questions” ISBN: 978-3-030-80869-3” Springer International Publishing. It is reviewed by “Neurosurgery” journal 2022 (the official journal of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons).

Zaid Aljuboori, MD

Assistant Professor in Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Neurosurgery Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, PA, USA. He is interested in academia, especially the fields of cerebrovascular and skull base neurosurgery. One of his main academic goals is the use of artificial intelligence to refine existing treatment protocols in neurosurgery. He is the author of the book “Pineal Neurosurgery” ISBN 978-3-030-53191-1 ; Springer International Publishing.

Mayur Sharma, MD, MCh

Neurosurgeon, Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA. Authored more than 150 peer-reviewed articles, written several book chapters, and presented at several national and international meetings, including CNS and AANS. Interested in brain and spine tumors, TBI, and complex skull base procedures, including open vascular procedures.

Mustafa Ismail M.B.Ch.B

Clinical fellow in the Department of Neurosurgery in Neurosurgery teaching hospital in Baghdad, Iraq. The head of the research activity group in the Hoz neurosurgery mentorship program in Iraq. Co-Author in more than 30 publications in peer-reviewed journals in neurosurgery.

Norberto Andaluz MD

Full professor of neurosurgery in the Department of Neurosurgery at the College of Medicine, University of Cincinnati. Dr. Anadaluz is a member of many societies, including the Stroke Council, American Heart Association, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, Active International Member, and North American Skull Base Society. He is the medical director of Goodyear skull base Laboratory, Cincinnati, OH, USA.