On obscure diseases of the brain, and disorders of the mind
Author | : Forbes Benignus Winslow |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 618 |
Release | : 1860 |
Genre | : Brain |
ISBN | : |
Cerebral Small Vessel Disease
Author | : Leonardo Pantoni |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 375 |
Release | : 2014-05 |
Genre | : Medical |
ISBN | : 1107031664 |
Up-to-date discussion of the etiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of this common cause of stroke and cognitive impairment.
Functional Neurologic Disorders
Author | : |
Publisher | : Academic Press |
Total Pages | : 684 |
Release | : 2016-10-06 |
Genre | : Medical |
ISBN | : 0128018496 |
Functional Neurologic Disorders, the latest volume in the Handbook of Clinical Neurology series, summarizes state-of-the-art research findings and clinical practice on this class of disorders at the interface between neurology and psychiatry. This 51-chapter volume offers an historical introduction, chapters on epidemiology and pathophysiolology, a large section on the clinical features of different type of functional neurologic symptoms and disorders (including functional movement disorders, non-epileptic seizures, dizziness, vision, hearing, speech and cognitive symptoms), and then concluding with approaches to therapy. This group of internationally acclaimed experts in neurology, psychiatry, and neuroscience represent a broad spectrum of areas of expertise, chosen for their ability to write clearly and concisely with an eye toward a clinical audience. This HCN volume sets a new landmark standard for a comprehensive, multi-authored work dealing with functional neurologic disorders (also described as psychogenic, dissociative or conversion disorders). - Offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach for the care of patients with functional disorders seen in neurologic practice, leading to more efficient prevention, management, and treatment - Provides a synthesis of research efforts incorporating clinical, brain imaging and neurophysiological studies - Fills an existing gap between traditional neurology and traditional psychiatry - Contents include coverage of history, epidemiology, clinical presentations, and therapy - Edited work with chapters authored by leaders in the field, the broadest, most expert coverage available
NORD Guide to Rare Disorders
Author | : National Organization for Rare Disorders |
Publisher | : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins |
Total Pages | : 982 |
Release | : 2003 |
Genre | : Medical |
ISBN | : 9780781730631 |
NORD Guide to Rare Disorders is a comprehensive, practical, authoritative guide to the diagnosis and management of more than 800 rare diseases. The diseases are discussed in a uniform, easy-to-follow format--a brief description, signs and symptoms, etiology, related disorders, epidemiology, standard treatment, investigational treatment, resources, and references.The book includes a complete directory of orphan drugs, a full-color atlas of visual diagnostic signs, and a Master Resource List of support groups and helpful organizations. An index of symptoms and key words offers physicians valuable assistance in finding the information they need quickly.