Introduction to Clinical Neurology
By- Douglas Gelb, MD, PhD, Professor, Department of Neurology, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI
A practical guide to an often intimidating subject! Readers will appreciate the clear, sensible discussions of common neurologic conditions in this nicely updated New Edition. It details the initial examination, interpretation of results, diagnosis, treatment options, and more. Dr. Gelb's systematic approach to patient management, and his reader-friendly style, makes complex information easy to understand and apply.
Audience
3rd and 4th year medical students
Paperback, 408 Pages
Published: April 2005
Imprint: Butterworth Heinemann
ISBN: 978-0-7506-7506-2
Contents
- Part I. THE BASIC APPROACH
Where's the Lesion?
The Neurologic Examination
What's the Lesion?
Part II. COMMON DISEASES
Stroke
Seizures
Neuromuscular Disorders
Dementing Illnesses
Movement Disorders
Sleep Disorders
Multifocal Central Nervous System Disorders
Part III COMMON SYMPTOMS
Acute Mental Status Changes
Headache
Visual Symptoms
Dizziness and Disequilibrium
Back Pain and Neck Pain
Incontinence
Part IV BOOKENDS
Pediatric Neurology
Geriatric Neurology
Part V PRACTICE CASES
Case Histories
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