Paediatric Neurology Fourth Edition

Paediatric Neurology returns for a fourth edition with all the knowledge and guidance you need to investigate, diagnose, and treat common and rare neurological conditions in paediatrics.

This unique guide has been fully updated to reflect the latest developments in the field, including a more in-depth look at genetic investigations, new material on neuroinflammation and neuromuscular disorders, extensive updates on epilepsy and other neurology conditions affecting children, and a fully revised pharmacopoeia. Vibrant and informative, the text includes diagrams and tables to enhance understanding and learning, while keeping the book firmly grounded in situations you are likely to encounter in real life.

Part of the Oxford Specialist Handbook series that spans the whole of Paediatrics, this unique guide should be at the fingertips of every practising or aspiring paediatric neurologist.

• A practical guide to day-to-day care in child neurology, using key concepts to introduce complex topic.
• Anatomical diagrams for quick and easy reference illustrate the science behind real life situations on the ward.
• Covers common and rare conditions, including the latest approaches to genetic investigation, neuromuscular medicine, epilepsy, and neuroinflammation.

New to this Edition:

• There are substantial updates in the areas of genetic investigation, neuromuscular medicine, epilepsy and neuroinflammation.

CONTENTS

1.:Clinical Approach, Rob Forsyth, Daniel E. Lumsden, and Filipa Rodrigues
2.:Neurodiagnostic tools, Brian Wilson
3.:Signs and symptoms, Daniel E. Lumsden and Filipa Rodrigues
4.:Specific conditions, Omar Abdel-Mannan, Yael Hacohen, Rachel Kneen, Daniel E. Lumsden, Robert McFarland, Sithara Ramdas and Filipa Rodrigues
5.:Consultation with other services, Anthony Hart
6.:Emergencies, Rob Forsyth, Daniel E. Lumsden, and Filipa Rodrigues
7.:Pharmacopoeia, Vicky Tsang