Principles and Practice of Child Neurology in Infancy

A Practical Guide from Mac Keith Press Management of neurological disorders presenting in infancy poses many challenges for clinicians. Using a symptom-based approach, and covering a wide range of scenarios, the latest edition of this comprehensive practical guide provides authoritative advice from distinguished experts. It now includes revised coverage of disease prevention, clinical assessment, and promotion of neurodevelopment. Well-structured chapters begin with key messages, common errors, and when to worry, for ease of use at the point of care. Facilitates interdisciplinary and holistic care while avoiding over-investigation and over-treatment, using an evidence-based approach, to promote quality of life. Features practical road maps for most clinical scenarios. Covers the rapidly developing fields of cranial imaging and genetic testing. Extra coverage of tropical diseases such as Zika virus infection, malaria, and immune-mediated encephalitis. Additional links to videos and other online resources. Readership This book will be useful for paediatric neurologists, paediatricians and other health professionals involved in the care of children with neurological problems. The emphasis on clinical assessment and inclusion of some tropical diseases renders the book relevant to all regions of the world including those where resources for health care are limited. From the Foreword “The book provides the reader with important tools to improve both technical and ethical aspects of acute and long-term care of the child.” Coriene Catsman-Berrevoets Assistant Professor of Paediatric Neurology, Erasmus University, Rotterdam, the Netherlands