Cargill H. Alleyne & M. Neil Woodall 
Neurosurgery Board Review [EPUB ebook] 
Questions and Answers for Self-Assessment

Designed to evaluate candidates’ expertise and provide direction for continued learning, the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) primary (written) examination is a required step to attaining board certification in the U.S. The rigorous exam requires substantial preparation.

Each author brings unique qualifications to this publication from writing previous editions, to achieving the second highest exam score in the U.S. to the insights of a current chief resident. Their mission is to help readers comprehend the material and retain this knowledge, rather than solely striving for the highest score.

This essential board prep review mirrors the exam’s multiple-choice format and seven sections: neurosurgery, clinical neurology, neuroanatomy, neurobiology, neuropathology, neuroradiology, and clinical skills/critical care. Presented in a new and improved layout, the third edition encompasses the numerous advances in neurosurgery since the 2004 edition was published.

New Key Features:

• Expanded coverage of endovascular techniques for the treatment of cerebral aneurysms, the latest advanced imaging technologies, and treatment paradigm updates for acute ischemic stroke


• More than 1, 000 questions with answers that include detailed, insightful explanations


• High-quality illustrations and superb anatomical dissections by Albert L. Rhoton Jr., MD, and other masters

This invaluable board review will help neurosurgical residents prepare thoroughly for the primary ABNS exam. It is also beneficial for neuroscience residents specializing in neurology and neuropathology.

Table of Content

1A. Neurosurgery – Questions
1B. Neurosurgery – Answer Key
1C. Neurosurgery – Answers and Explanations
2A. Clinical Neurology – Questions
2B. Clinical Neurology – Answer Key
2C. Clinical Neurology – Answers and Explanations
3A. Neuroanatomy – Questions
3B. Neuroanatomy – Answer Key
3C. Neuroanatomy – Answers and Explanations
4A. Neurobiology – Questions
4B. Neurobiology – Answer Key
4C. Neurobiology – Answers and Explanations
5A. Neuropathology – Questions
5B. Neuropathology – Answer Key
5C. Neuropathology – Answers and Explanations
6A. Neuroradiology – Questions
6B. Neuroradiology – Answer Key
6C. Neuroradiology – Answers and Explanations
7A. Clinical Skill/Critical Care – Questions
7B. Clinical Skill/Critical Care – Answer Key
7C. Clinical Skill/Critical Care – Answers and Explanations