Harrison's Neurology in Clinical Medicine

Everything you would expect from Harrison's-and more! Featuring the contents of the Neurology section of Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 16th Edition -enhanced with important updates, new and annotated references, new illustrations, and self-assessment/exam review Questions and Answers-this next-generation resource is perfect for the backpack, the wards, and in all clinical situations. Also great for students! Offering ease of use' the expertise of renowned editors and contributors' an expanded collection of great illustrations and clinical photographs' Harrison's famed coverage of disease mechanisms' invaluable guidelines for ensuring diagnostic accuracy' and state-of-the-art treatment strategies-Harrison's Neurology is a true essential. State-of-the-art coverage of diseases and disorders of the nervous system More than 100 full-color drawings and clinical and laboratory images Expert and easy-to-use algorithms for making accurate clinical decisions at the point of care Complete coverage of neurological disease and perhpheral neuropathy Authoritative clinical information on seizures and epilepsy Practical coverage of such conditions as Guillain-Barre syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, ataxic disorders, concussion, and more Multiple-choice Q&As for self-assessment and exam preparation and reviewThe chapters in this authoritative guide distil a daunting body of information into the essential principles required to understand and effectively manage commonly encountered neurologic problems. Focuses on presenting signs and symptoms as well as specific conditions.Retains the focus on pathophysiology and therapy characteristic of Harrison's Provides a context for understanding fundamental mechanisms underlying neurologic disorders Edited by one of the most respected neurologists in the world, with a team of renowned contributors Updated to reflect key new references and developments since publication of HPIM 16 Lays out the essential principles and procedures for a skilful approach to diagnosis Covers pain management and neuroimaging Comprehensively examines aphasia; dizziness and imbalance; seizures and epilepsy; Alzheimer's; Parkinson's; MS; muscular dystrophies; and other neurologic and psychiatric diseases Features a handy new portable format; brand new radiographic illustrations; enhanced colour drawings; Harrison's popular clinical algorithms; updated content and new references; and Neurology Q/A from the Harrisonżs Self -Assessment and Board Review guide.