Fundamentals of neurology : an illustrated guide

Mattle, Heinrich,

Fundamentals of neurology : an illustrated guide [E-Book] - 2nd revised and updated edition. - 1 online resource (xv, 438 pages) : illustrations

Includes index. "This book is an authorized translation of the 4th German edition published and copyrighted 2015 by Georg Thieme Verlag, Stuttgart. Title of the German edition: Kurzlehrbuch Neurologie"--ECIP t.p. verso.

Fundamentals of Neurology: An Illustrated Guide; Title Page; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; Foreword; Preface; Translator's Note; 1 Fundamentals; 1.1 Microscopic Anatomy of the Nervous System; 1.1.1 Neurons; 1.1.2 Neuroglia; 1.1.3 Myelin Sheaths; 1.1.4 Synapses; 1.2 Elements of Neurophysiology; 1.2.1 Ion Channels; 1.2.2 Resting Potential; 1.2.3 Action Potential; 1.2.4 Impulse Conduction; 1.3 Elements of Neurogenetics; 1.3.1 General Genetics; 1.3.2 Neurogenetics; 1.3.3 Genetic Counseling; 2 The Clinical Interview in Neurology; 2.1 General Principles of History-Taking. 2.1.1 General Prerequisites for Good History-Taking2.1.2 General Principles of the Clinical Interview; 2.1.3 Your Demeanor toward the Patient; 2.1.4 The History and Physical Examination; 2.2 Special Aspects of History-Taking; 2.2.1 The Present Illness; 2.2.2 Past Medical History, Family History, and Social History; 3 The Neurologic Examination; 3.1 Basic Principles of the Neurologic Examination; 3.2 Stance and Gait; 3.2.1 General Remarks; 3.2.2 Special Stance and Gait Tests; 3.3 Head and Cranial Nerves; 3.3.1 Head and Cervical Spine; 3.3.2 Cranial Nerves; 3.4 Upper Limbs. 3.4.1 General Aspects3.4.2 Motor Function and Coordination; 3.4.3 Muscle Tone and Strength; 3.4.4 Reflexes; 3.4.5 Sensation; 3.5 Trunk; 3.5.1 Back and Spine; 3.5.2 Reflexes; 3.5.3 Sensation; 3.6 Lower Limbs; 3.6.1 General Aspects; 3.6.2 Coordination and Strength; 3.6.3 Reflexes; 3.6.4 Sensation; 3.7 Autonomic Nervous System; 3.8 Neurologically Relevant Aspects of the General Physical Examination; 3.9 neuropsychological and Psychiatric Examination; 3.9.1 Psychopathologic Findings; 3.9.2 neuropsychological Examination; 4 Ancillary Tests in Neurology; 4.1 Fundamentals; 4.2 Imaging Studies. 4.2.1 Conventional Skeletal Radiographs4.2.2 Computed Tomography; 4.2.3 Magnetic Resonance Imaging; 4.2.4 Angiography with Radiologic Contrast Media (Digital Subtraction Angiography); 4.2.5 Myelography and Radiculography; 4.2.6 Diagnostic Techniques of Nuclear Medicine; 4.3 Electrophysiologic Studies; 4.3.1 Fundamentals; 4.3.2 Electroencephalography; 4.3.3 Evoked Potentials; 4.3.4 Electromyography; 4.3.5 Electroneurography; 4.3.6 Other Electrophysiologic Studies; 4.4 Ultrasonography (Neurosonography); 4.5 Other Ancillary Studies; 4.5.1 Cerebrospinal Fluid Studies; 4.5.2 Tissue Biopsies. 4.5.3 Perimetry5 Topical Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis of Neurologic Syndromes; 5.1 Fundamentals; 5.2 MuscleWeakness and Other Motor Disturbances; 5.2.1 Anatomic Substrate of Motor Function; 5.2.2 Motor Regulatory Systems; 5.3 Sensory Disturbances; 5.3.1 Anatomic Substrate of Sensation; 5.3.2 The Peripheral Part of the Somatosensory System; 5.3.3 The Central Part of the Somatosensory System; 5.4 Disturbances of Consciousness; 5.4.1 Somnolence, Stupor, and Coma: Severity and Causes; 5.4.2 The Differential Diagnosis of Coma; 5.5 Dysfunction of Specific Areas of the Brain.

"The second edition of this practical guide provides a thorough introduction to the essential concepts of clinical neurology. Coverage includes history-taking; the neurological examination and ancillary tests; topical diagnosis and differential diagnosis of typical syndromes; the diseases of the central nervous system, peripheral nerves, autonomic nervous system, and muscles; epilepsy; and inflammatory diseases such as multiple sclerosis. Central to the book are the lucid structuring of complex contents allowing efficient learning, even without prior knowledge of the subject; and the vital link between theory and clinical practice, with essential information on history-taking, the clinical examination, and additional tests, all supported by informative graphics and appropriate computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging studies. Key Features: - Brilliant format and structure, making the assimilation of complex information easy and efficient - Clear color illustrations and graphics, many new or revised for the second edition - Comprehensive tables expand and organize information on many topics - New to the second edition: complete revision of contents and an enhanced layout - Vast clinical experience of two highly respected university teachers Fundamentals of Neurology: An Illustrated Guide is the ideal introduction to clinical neurology for medical students, physical therapists, and other professionals involved in patient care"--Provided by publisher.

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Neurology--Outlines, syllabi, etc.
Diagnosis, Differential.
Nervous System Diseases--diagnosis
Diagnosis, Differential

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