Therapy in Sleep Medicine

by Barkoukis, Teri J., M.D.; Matheson, Jean K., M.D.; Ferber, Richard; Doghramji, Karl

• ISBN13: 9781437717037
• ISBN10: 1437717039
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2011-10-27
• Publisher: W B Saunders Co

Summary

Therapy in Sleep Medicine, by Drs. Teri J. Barkoukis, Jean K. Matheson, Richard Ferber, and Karl Doghrami, provides the clinically focused coverage you need for rapid diagnosis and effective treatment of sleep disorders. A multidisciplinary team of leading authorities presents the latest on sleep breathing disorders (including obstructive sleep apnea), neuropharmacology, parasomnias, neurologic disorders affecting sleep, sleep therapy for women, sleep therapy in geriatric patients, controversies, and future trends in therapy in a highly illustrated, easy-to-follow format. The fully searchable text is online at www.expertconsult.com, making this practical resource portable and easily accessible. Access the fully searchable text online at www.experconsult.com, along with links to PubMed. Diagnose and treat patients effectively with complete coverage of the full range of sleep disorders. Find diagnostic and treatment information quickly and easily thanks to a highly illustrated, easy-to-read format that highlights key details. Stay current on discussions of hot topics, including sleep breathing disorders (including obstructive sleep apnea), neuropharmacology, parasomnias, neurologic disorders affecting sleep, sleep therapy for women, sleep therapy in geriatric patients, controversies, and future trends in therapy. Tap into the expertise of a multidisciplinary team of leading authorities for well-rounded, trusted guidance. Diagnose and effectively treat both common and uncommon sleep disorders

Table of Contents

Introduction to Sleep Medicine
History of Sleep in Society, Sleep Science, and Sleep Medicine	p. 3
Approach to the Patient with a Sleep Disorder	p. 10
Introduction to Sleep Medicine Diagnostics in Adults	p. 28
Background to Sleep Medicine Therapeutics
Overview of Sleep	p. 43
Essentials of Sleep Medicine Neuropharmacology	p. 62
Stimulant Pharmacology	p. 85
Pharmacology of Benzodiazepine Receptor Agonist Hypnotics	p. 99
Pharmacology of Psychotropic Drugs	p. 109
Alternative Therapeutics for Sleep Disorders	p. 126
Overview of Insomnia	p. 143
Sleep/Wake Lifestyle Modifi cations	p. 151
Cognitive Behavioral and Psychological Therapies for Chronic Insomnia	p. 161
Pharmacotherapeutic Approach to Insomnia in Adults	p. 172
The Role of Psychology in Sleep Disorders and in Their Treatment	p. 181
Behavioral and Medical Interventions in Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders	p. 195
Positive Airway Pressure Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea	p. 206
Surgical Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea/ Hypopnea Syndrome	p. 218
Oral Appliances in Snoring and Sleep Apnea Syndrome	p. 230
Central and Mixed Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders	p. 243
Nocturnal Ventilation in Chronic Hypercapnic Respiratory Diseases	p. 254
Sleep-Related Disorders in Chronic Pulmonary Disease	p. 270
Narcolepsy	p. 289
Non-Narcoleptic Hypersomnias of Central Origin	p. 297
Restless Legs Syndrome and Periodic Limb Movement Disorders	p. 307
Sleep-Related Bruxism	p. 324
Sleep Disorders in Parkinson's Disease and Parkinsonian Syndromes	p. 330
Sleep Disruption from Movement Disorders	p. 345
Overview of the Circadian Timekeeping System and Diagnostic Tools for Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders	p. 363
Shift Work Disorder	p. 378
Jet Lag and Its Prevention	p. 390
Delayed and Advanced Sleep Phase Disorders	p. 402
Other Circadian Rhythm Disorders	p. 411
Sleep Apnea in Children	p. 427
Disorders of Central Respiratory Control During Sleep in Children	p. 434
Pediatric Insomnia and Behavioral Interventions	p. 448
Sleep Pharmacotherapeutics for Pediatric Insomnia	p. 457
Circadian Rhythm Disorders in Children	p. 465
Parasomnias, Periodic Limb Movements, and Restless Legs in Children	p. 475
Narcolepsy in Children	p. 485
Sleep and Sleep Problems in Children with Neurologic Disorders	p. 493
Sleep and Sleep Problems in Children with Medical Disorders	p. 519
Sleep and Sleep Problems in Children with Psychiatric Disorders	p. 539
REM Sleep Parasomnias in Adults	p. 549
NREM Sleep Parasomnias in Adults	p. 559
Other Parasomnias in Adults	p. 573
Sleep-Related Cardiac Disorders	p. 585
Sleep, Chronic Pain, and Fatigue in Rheumatic Disorders	p. 595
Inflammation and Sleep	p. 607
Sleep-Related Gastroesophageal Refl ux Disease	p. 617
Approach to Sleep-Related Seizure Identification and Management	p. 629
Sleep-Disordered Breathing and Cerebrovascular Disease	p. 647
Sleep Disorders Associated with Dementia	p. 656
Sleep Disturbances and Disorders and Their Treatment in Multiple Sclerosis	p. 666
Sleep in Mood Disorders	p. 675
Sleep in Anxiety Disorders	p. 682
Seasonal Affective Disorder	p. 695
Schizophrenia and Its Associated Sleep Disorders	p. 705
Sleep in Women	p. 717
Sleep Disorders in Geriatric Patients	p. 735
Drug Abuse, Dependency, and Withdrawal	p. 749
Appendix Effects of Drugs on Sleep	p. 761
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