The fundamental goal of the revised edition of this acclaimed text is to provide comprehensive, practical, and straightforward information about the developing nervous system that is as relevant to those embarking on careers in pediatric neurology as it will be to the experienced practitioner who cares for infants, children, and adolescents. New to this edition are chapters on tumors of the nervous system, autism and related conditions, and practice parameters in child neurology.

Features

* features new material on headache
* features new material on autism
* features new material on genetics
* features new material on neurocritical care

Reviews

From reviews of the first edition:

“…generously illustrated… manages to cover a wide range of topics… this book has much to offer with all its illustrations and succinct practical approach to many common paediatric presentations in neurology” British Journal of Hospital Medicine

“…highly organized, relevant, and accessible… nicely illustrates the continued importance of medical books in the 21st Century… cover[s] almost all aspects of pediatric neurology… concisely written and skillfully illustrated… language and style is nicely consistent.. appropriate emphasis on newer findings… the authors do not neglect “old school” information… available in both paper and digital editions [allowing] residents in neurology or pediatrics to keep a digital version on their electronic devices, available at any time. Experienced neurologists would also benefit, using this handbook as a concise review and also as an excellent teaching platform.” Neurology

“…easily readable… The authors’ goal of providing relevant information to trainees and primary care providers is achieved… a good “starter” in the broad field of pediatric neurology.” Neuropediatrics

Contents

Chapter 1: The neurological examination
Chapter 2: Neurolmaging
Chapter 3: Electrophysiological evaluation of infantsr children and adolescents
Chapter 4: Cerebrospinal fluid
Chapter 5: Genetic evaluation
Chapter 6: Newborn screening and metabolic testing
Chapter 7: Disorders of behavior and development
Chapter 8: Autism spectrum disorder and related conditions
Chapter 9: Disorders of language and hearing
Chapter 10: Disorders of head size and shape
Chapter 11: Disorders of cranial nerves
Chapter 12: Disorders of peripheral nerves
Chapter 13: Disorders of gait and balance
Chapter 14: Disorders of sleep
Chapter 15: Stroke and acute focal deficits
Chapter 16: Headaches
Chapter 17: Seizures and other paroxysmal disorders
Chapter 18: Hypotonia and weakness
Chapter 19: Movement disorders
Chapter 20: The child with dysmorphic physical features
Chapter 21: Disorders of the newborn
Chapter 22: Infections of the nervous system
Chapter 23: Tumors of the central and peripheral nervous systems
Chapter 24: Pediatric neurological emergencies
Chapter 25: Practice parameters: utilizing evidence-based medicine to manage pediatric neurological disorders