The Central Nervous System: Clinical Research and Advances (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781639273324)

The central nervous system (CNS) refers to that part of the nervous system that consists of the brain and spinal cord. It is responsible for the integration of information and coordination of the activities of all the parts of the body. Retina, optic nerve, cranial nerves and olfactory epithelium are also considered as a part of the CNS. The brain is covered and protected by the skull and the vertebrae protect the spinal cord. Brain and spinal cord are enclosed in membranes known as meninges. There are many diseases and conditions associated with CNS. These include alzheimer's disease, parkinson's disease, autoimmune diseases, Krabbe's disease, multiple sclerosis, etc. The brain disorders can be diagnosed through neurological imaging. This book outlines the processes of the central nervous system in detail. It presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. The extensive content of this book provides the readers with a thorough understanding of the subject.

Author: Scarlett Santos
ISBN-10: 1639273328
ISBN-13: 9781639273324
Publisher: American Medical Publishers
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2022
Pages: 285
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.95lbs
Size: 10.88h x 8.00w x 0.69d