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NEURO BASIC: Brain and Spine Illustrated Compendium – Anatomical Notebook

  • 1st Edition - August 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Helbert de Oliveira Manduca Palmiero
  • Language: English

Neuro Basic: Brain and Spine Illustrated Compendium – Anatomical Notebook is a comprehensive, visually driven neuroanatomy reference that addresses the critical need for an acces… Read more

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Description

Neuro Basic: Brain and Spine Illustrated Compendium – Anatomical Notebook is a comprehensive, visually driven neuroanatomy reference that addresses the critical need for an accessible resource that bridges foundational anatomy with clinical applications. It fills the gap left by traditional texts that are either overly detailed or insufficiently practical, offering an integrated approach that emphasizes surgical relevance and visual clarity. Its content supports learners in understanding complex neuroanatomical relationships essential for diagnosis, surgical planning, and clinical decision-making, thereby enhancing their ability to interpret neuroimaging, perform neuroanatomical localization, and develop surgical strategies.

The structured Table of Contents systematically guides the reader through the cranial vault, cerebral lobes, ventricular system, deep nuclei, brainstem, cerebellum, vascular anatomy, and spinal structures, including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions. Each chapter combines clear illustrations with concise descriptions, fostering a layered understanding from macrostructures to functional topography. Additional sections on neurofunctional topography, dermatomes, and myotomes facilitate clinical correlation, making this an indispensable tool for practical neuroanatomy.

Key features

  • Presents over 90 original, full-color neuroanatomical illustrations
  • Integrates clinical relevance with detailed neuroanatomy
  • Offers concise, structured chapters for rapid learning
  • Covers comprehensive brain and spinal structures in a unified format
  • Emphasizes visual learning to enhance retention and comprehension

Readership

Neuroscience researchers, early career clinicians

Table of contents

1. Introduction

2. Cranium

3. Skull Base

4. Frontal Lobe

5. Temporal Lobe

6. Parietal Lobe

7. Occipital Lobe

8. Insula

9. Limbic System

10. Ventricular System and CSF Flow

11. Thalamus, Hypothalamus, Basal Ganglia, and Pituitary Gland

12. White Matter

13. Brainstem

14. Cerebellum

15. Arteries

16. Venous System

17. Cervical Spine (And Cranium-Cervical Junction)

18. Brachial Plexus

19. Thoracic Spine

20. Lumbar Spine

21. Lumbosacral Plexus

22. Sacrum and Coccyx

23. Neurofunctional Topography

24. Dermatomes and Myotomes

25. Cranial Nerves

26. Peripheral Nerves

27. Neuroimaging Anatomy: An Introductory Guide to Head CT, MRI, and Angiography

28. How to Analyze a Head CT Scan

29. Neurosurgical Procedures

30. Anatomy Laboratory

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: August 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the author

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Helbert de Oliveira Manduca Palmiero

Helbert de Oliveira Manduca Palmiero, MD, PhD, IFAANS, FACS is a board-certified neurosurgeon with advanced training in vascular and complex spine surgery. He completed his neurosurgical residency and PhD at the University of São Paulo and has held fellowships in Brazil and United States. He currently conducts post-doctoral research in neuroanatomy focused on 3D modeling for surgical education. Additionally, he has completed the Harvard Medical School’s postgraduate program Training to Teach in Medicine (T2TMed), reinforcing his commitment to advancing neurosurgical education. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and book chapters and has presented widely at international conferences.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Neurology/Neurosurgery, University of São Paulo, Brazil