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Neurosurgical Interventions and Neuropsychology

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The purpose of this chapter is to focus on neurosurgical interventions and their associated neuropsychological sequelae. Traditionally, knowledge accumulated in this area has converged upon correspondences between brain and behavior, although alternate interpretations are possible.

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    Antonio E. Puente

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Uzzell, B.P. (1992). Neurosurgical Interventions and Neuropsychology. In: Puente, A.E., McCaffrey, R.J. (eds) Handbook of Neuropsychological Assessment. Critical Issues in Neuropsychology. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-0682-3_16

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