Neurology of the newborn

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Neurology of the newborn

Joseph J. Volpe

W.B. Saunders, c2001

4th ed

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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The extensively updated 4th edition of this landmark reference represents one of the most comprehensive, up-to-date sources on neonatal neurology. It expertly synthesizes state-of-the-art knowledge from a variety of disciplines, including clinical medicine, pathology, genetics, physiology, biochemistry, and related fields. Although the primary focus is on clinical evaluation and management, the book also examines the sophisticated technology that has been revolutionizing the field.

Table of Contents

Unit 1: Human Brain Development Neural Tube Formation and Prosencephalic Development Neuronal Proliferation, Migration, Organization, and Myelination Unit 2: Neurological Evaluation The Neurological Examination Specialized Studies in the Neurological Evaluation Neonatal Seizures Unit 3: Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy Hypoxic-ischemic Encephalopathy: Biochemical and Physiological Aspects Hypoxic-ischemic Encephalopathy: Intrauterine Assessment Hypoxic-ischemic Encephalopathy: Neuropathology and Pathogenesis Hypoxic-ischemic Encephalopathy: Clinical Aspects Unit 4: Intracranial Hemorrhage Intracranial Hemorrhage: Subdural, Primary Subarachnoid, Intracerebellar, Intraventricular (Term Infant), and Miscellaneous Intracranial Hemorrhage: Germinal Matrix Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Premature Infant Unit 5: Metabolic Encephalopathies Hypoglycemia and Brain Injury Bilirubin and Brain Injury Hyperammonemia and Other Disorders of Amino Acid Metabolism Disorders of Organic Acid Metabolism Degenerative Diseases of the Newborn Unit 6: Disorders of the Motor System Neuromuscular Disorders: Motor System, Evaluation, and Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Neuromuscular Disorders: Levels Above the Lower Motor Neuron to the Neuromuscular Junction Neuromuscular Disorders: Muscle Involvement and Restricted Disorders Unit 7: Intracranial Infections Viral, Protozoan, and Related Intracranial Infections Bacterial and Fungal Intracranial Infections Unit 8: Perinatal Trauma Injuries of Extracranial, Cranial, Intracranial, Spinal Cord, and Peripheral Nervous System Structures Unit 9: Intracranial Mass Lesions Brain Tumors and Vein of Galen Malformations Unit 10: Drugs and the Developing Nervous System Teratogenic Effects of Drugs and Passive Addiction

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