Epilepsy - Couverture souple

Brodie, Martin; Schacter, Steven; Schachter, Steven C.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1899541276 ISBN 13 : 9781899541270

Editeur : Health Press Limited, 1999

Synopsis

Focusing upon the previously much-neglected subject of epilepsy, this practical booklet is designed to help the clinician diagnose and successfully treat patients with a wide range of seizures. The authors explore the many recent scientific and sociological revolutions in the field: the pathophysiology of seizure types and epilepsy syndromes; the development of more precise and accurate ways of imaging the brain; the introduction of a range of new antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) with different mechanisms of action; and the establishment of global patient advocacy organizations.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Now in its fourth edition, Fast Facts: Epilepsy is a succinct and practical aid to diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of seizure disorders. The contents include: The diagnostic essentials - classification of seizures, conditions that can mimic epileptic seizures, clinical evaluation of the patient and the latest brain-imaging techniques; the principles of drug selection and therapy withdrawal; an up-to-date overview of all the anti-epileptic drugs on the market; the non-pharmacological options for patients with medically refractory epilepsy; special considerations for women, elderly people, teenagers and people with learning disabilities; psychiatric morbidities - depression, anxiety and psychosis; and, the effects of epilepsy on employment, driving, life insurance and lifestyle. The management of patients with epilepsy is a team effort involving medical and social service professionals and the patient's family, friends and co-workers. Primary care providers are at the forefront of care, usually performing the initial evaluation after the first seizure, making dose adjustments to the patient's drug treatment and providing ongoing support. "Fast Facts: Epilepsy" is a compact handbook with an accessible and readable format. It is essential reading for all those involved with the unique clinical aspects of this common neurological disorder.

Présentation de l'éditeur

Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological disorder in the world. It affects all ages and crosses all geographic regions, and the majority of sufferers will have epilepsy throughout their lives. This new edition of Fast Facts: Epilepsy is an invaluable addition to the armoury of the family physician and, indeed, the trainee neurologist. Not only is this text outstanding as a succinct and practical aid to diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of seizure disorders, it is also an excellent teaching tool. Includes a new section on the principles of antiepileptic drug (AED) selection, with the latest information on available drugs A new chapter covers the psychiatric morbidities and social aspects of the disorder Updated chapter on non-pharmacological management provides the latest information on the ketogenic diet and alternative medicine Explains our current understanding of the genetics that underpin the mechanisms of neuronal excitation and inhibition Includes new information specific to women with epilepsy Contents: Epidemiology and prognosis; Classification of seizures and syndromes; Diagnosis; Pharmacological management; Antiepileptic drugs; Non-pharmacological management; Status epilepticus and seizure clusters; Specific populations; Quality of life; Future trends.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Health Press Limited
• Date d'édition: 1999
• ISBN 10: 1899541276
• ISBN 13: 9781899541270
• Reliure: Broché
• Langue: anglais
• Nombre de pages: 76
• Illustrateur: McLean Dee
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible