Neurology of the Newborn

by Volpe, Joseph J.

• ISBN13: 9781416039952
• ISBN10: 1416039953
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2008-04-29
• Publisher: W B Saunders Co

Summary

The 5th edition of this indispensable resource captures the latest insights in neonatal neurology in a totally engaging, readable manner. World authority Dr. Joseph Volpe has completely revised his masterwork from cover to cover, describing everything from the most up-to-the-minute discoveries in genetics through the latest advances in the diagnosis and management of neurologic disorders. He delivers all the clinical guidance you need to provide today's most effective care for neonates with neurological conditions. Provides comprehensive coverage of neonatal neurology, solely written by the fields founding expert, Dr. Joseph Volpe - for a masterful, cohesive source of answers to any question that arises in your practice. Focuses on clinical evaluation and management, while also examining the many scientific and technological advances that are revolutionizing neonatal neurology. Organizes disease-focused chapters by affected body region for ease of reference. Offers comprehensive updates from cover to cover to reflect all of the latest scientific and clinical knowledge, from our most current understanding of the genetic underpinnings of neurologic disease, through the most recent neuroimaging advances . . . state-of-the-art guidelines for evaluation, diagnosis, and prognosis . . . and the newest management approaches for every type of neonatal neuropathology. Features a wealth of new, high-quality images that capture the many advances in neonatal neuroimaging, including numerous MR images.

Table of Contents

Human Brain Development	p. 1
Neural Tube Formation and Prosencephalic Development	p. 3
Neuronal Proliferation, Migration, Organization, and Myelination	p. 51
Neurological Evaluation	p. 119
Neurological Examination: Normal and Abnormal Features	p. 121
Specialized Studies in the Neurological Evaluation	p. 154
Neonatal Seizures	p. 203
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy	p. 245
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy: Biochemical and Physiological Aspects	p. 247
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy: Intrauterine Assessment	p. 325
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy: Neuropathology and Pathogenesis	p. 347
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy: Clinical Aspects	p. 400
Itracranial Hemorrhage	p. 481
Intracranial Hemorrhage: Subdural, Primary Subarachnoid, Cerebellar, Intraventricular (Term Infant), and Miscellaneous	p. 483
Intracranial Hemorrhage: Germinal Matrix-Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Premature Infant	p. 517
Metabolic Encephalopathies	p. 589
Hypoglycemia and Brain Injury	p. 591
Bilirubin and Brain Injury	p. 619
Hyperammonemia and Other Disorders of Amino Acid Metabolism	p. 652
Disorders of Organic Acid Metabolism	p. 686
Degenerative Diseases of the Newborn	p. 716
Disorders of the Motor System	p. 745
Neuromuscular Disorders: Motor System, Evaluation, and Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita	p. 747
Neuromuscular Disorders: Levels above the Lower Motor Neuron to the Neuromuscular Junction	p. 767
Neuromuscular Disorders: Muscle Involvement and Restricted Disorders	p. 801
Intracranial Infections	p. 849
Viral, Protozoan, and Related Intracranial Infections	p. 851
Bacterial and Fungal Intracranial Infections	p. 916
Perinatal Trauma	p. 957
Injuries of Extracranial, Cranial, Intracranial, Spinal Cord, and Peripheral Nervous System Structures	p. 959
Intracranial Mass Lesions	p. 987
Brain Tumors and Vein of Galen Malformations	p. 989
Drugs and the Developing Nervous System	p. 1007
Teratogenic Effects of Drugs and Passive Addiction	p. 1009
Index	p. 1055
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