This unique text fills the gap between shorter texts containing little explanatory material & the compendia for those advanced in the field of neurological disorders It is written both for novices & for physicians who require an update on the subject To understand the symptoms & signs requires a sound knowledge of the gross anatomy of the central nervous system & supporting tissues This book achieves this using the author's own detailed diagrams backed up with concise & practical guidance on diagnosis & treatment as well as relevant case studies The long-awaited second edition of this highly popular guide reflects such recent advances as computed tomography & MRI The tutorial approach presents readers with an authoritative view of the fundamentals of practical neurology