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The Ischemic Penumbra


Publication Date   April 2007
Publisher   Informa Healthcare
Product Type   Book
Pages   390
ISBN Number   978-0-8493-3990-5
Product Code   IFH172
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Summary


This source presents the current status of research on ischemic penumbra and identifies the latest methods for researchers and clinicians to quickly and efficiently recognize viable cerebral tissue for enhanced stroke management.

Focusing on state-of-the-science technologies and cutting-edge trends, this guide examines imaging strategies utilizing PET, SPECT, MR, and CT for improved identification of key areas for intervention and therapy in the management of stroke patient

Content


  • The Ischaemic Penumbra: The Beginnings
  • Definition of The Penumbra and Overview
  • Haemodynamic and Metabolic Thresholds for The Ischaemic Penumbra
  • The Ischaemic Cascade, Events within The Penumbra
  • Multimodal Mapping of The Ischaemic Penumbra in Animal Models
  • The Molecular Penumbra
  • Selective Neuronal Loss
  • Inflammation and Reperfusion Injury within The Penumbra
  • Imaging The Penumbra: Pet and Multitracer Studies
  • Duration Thersholds of The Ischaemic Penumbra in Different Species
  • Imaging The Penumbra and Neuronal Loss: Pet Flumazenil
  • Imaging The Penumbra: Pet Fmiso
  • Can The Penumbra Be Imaged Using Spect? Imaging The Penumbra with Mr in Animals