Neurology for the non-neurologist / edited by William J. Weiner, Christopher G. Goetz.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Weiner, William J.

Goetz, Christopher G.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Neurology.

Nervous system--Diseases.

Nervous system.

Nervous System Diseases.

Diagnosis, Differential.

Diagnostic Techniques, Neurological.

Medical Subjects:

Nervous System Diseases.

Diagnosis, Differential.

Diagnostic Techniques, Neurological.

Physical Description:

xiv, 610 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm

Edition:

Fifth edition.

Place of Publication:

Philadelphia : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, [2004]

Summary:

The thoroughly updated Fifth Edition of this popular book provides a practical introduction to contemporary neurology for nonspecialists. It offers straightforward guidance on diagnosis and management of all disorders affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems. Each chapter includes case studies with multiple-choice questions, plus a bulleted list indicating when to consult a neurologist. This edition features increased emphasis on treatment, including drugs, devices, and rehabilitation. The authors provide complete information on all new neurologic drugs--including dosage and interactions--and discuss herbal and alternative medicines where appropriate. This edition also includes more tables and illustrations to speed clinicians' access to information.

Contents:

1. The Neurologic Examination / Neil C. Porter, William J. Weiner 1

2. An Approach to Neurologic Symptoms / Steven L. Lewis 21

3. Clinical Use of Neurologic Diagnostic Tests / Thomas P. Bleck 34

4. Neuroradiology

Which Tests to Order? / M. J. Bernadette Stallmeyer, Gregg H. Zoarski 45

5. Examination of the Comatose Patient / Jordan L. Topel, Steven L. Lewis 58

6. Cerebrovascular Disease / Roger E. Kelley, Alireza Minagar 71

7. Headache Disorders / Joel R. Saper, Todd D. Rozen 88

8. Epilepsy / Donna C. Bergen 102

9. Multiple Sclerosis / Peter A. Calabresi 113

10. Parkinson's Disease / William J. Weiner, Lisa M. Shulman 138

11. Hyperkinetic Movement Disorders / Stewart A. Factor, William J. Weiner 155

12. Neurologic Complications of Alcoholism / Winona Tse, William C. Koller 205

13. Peripheral Neuropathy / Morris A. Fisher 215

14. Vertigo and Dizziness / Judd M. Jensen 235

15. Behavioral Neurology / Christopher G. Goetz, Robert S. Wilson 255

16. Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias / David A. Bennett, Neelum T. Aggarwal 271

17. Neurotoxic Effects of Drugs Prescribed by Non-Neurologists / Katie Kompoliti 287

18. Traumatic Brain Injury for the Non-Neurologist / Michael J. Makley 308

19. Neuromuscular Diseases / Hans E. Neville, Dianna Quan, Steven P. Ringel 324

20. Neurologic Aspects of Cancer / Deborah Olin Heros 352

21. Neurologic Evaluation of Low Back Pain / Russell H. Glantz 373

22. Sleep Disorders / Ruzica Kovacevic-Ristanovic 385

23. Eye Signs in Neurologic Diagnosis / James A. Goodwin 416

24. Central Nervous System Infections / Larry E. Davis 477

25. Neurologic Emergencies / Lisa M. Shulman, Tricia Y. Ting 488

26. Neurologic Complications of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection / Meriem K. Bensalem, Joseph R. Berger 510

27. Neurologic Disorders in Pregnancy / Kathleen M. Shannon 532

28. Principles of Neurorehabilitation / David S. Kushner 544

29. Medical-Legal Issues in the Care of the Patient with Neurologic Illness / Lois Margaret Nora, Robert E. Nora 563.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

0781746310

OCLC:

54035030