Neurofibromatosis: A Handbook for Patients, Families, and Health Care Professionals

New York, New York, U.S.A.: Thieme Medical Pub. New. 2005. Hardcover. 158890301x .*** FREE UPGRADE to Courier/Priority Shipping Upon Request *** – – *** IN STOCK AND IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT - FLAWLESS COPY, BRAND NEW, PRISTINE, NEVER OPENED - 253 pp, 15 tables, 71 illustrations ; 2nd Edition -- Here is the state-of-the-art on recognizing, managing and living with neurofibromatosis (NF) for patients, families, and health care professionals. From new genetic and diagnostic advances, to associated cardiovascular and endocrine abnormalities, to the significant psychosocial impact of NF, the book is packed with clear, practical guidance for understanding and living with this disability. -- Special features: A complete diagnostic guide to help you recognize NF-related symptoms--with a timeline for when they might appear - New treatment options for NF, including pain control - Coverage of the newly discovered form of NF, schwannomatosis - Personal perspectives from NF patients and their families - Glossary that defines medical terminology - With the great diagnostic and treatment advances achieved in the last decade, and research proceeding rapidly, the future for patients with NF has never been brighter. For all individuals living with the challenges of this disability, the book brings you to the forefront of medical knowledge. Make sure it is within close reach for fast and easy reference. -- TABLE OF CONTENTS: Preface ix * 1 Introduction and History 1 * 2 The Many Faces of Neurofibromatosis 10 * 3 The Pathogenesis of Neurofibromatosis 1 23 * and Neurofibromatosis 2 * 4 Genetics and Genetic Counseling in 43 * Neurofibromatosis 1 and Neurofibromatosis 2 * 5 Diagnosis and Overall Management of 55 * Neurofibromatosis 1 * 6 Neurofibromas and Malignant Peripheral 81 * Nerve Sheath Tumors in Neurofibromatosis 1 * 7 Other Neural Tumors and Nervous System 102 * Abnormalities in Neurofibromatosis 1 * 8 Cognitive Function and Learning Disabilities 116 * in Neurofibromatosis 1 * 9 Other Features of Neurofibromatosis 1 131 * 10 Diagnosis and Overall Management 155 * of Neurofibromatosis 2 * 11 Management of Particular Neurofibromatosis 2 176 * Features * 12 Schwannomatosis 187 * 13 Psychosocial Impact of Neurofibromatosis 200 * 14 Practical and Quality-of-Life Issues 213 * 15 Research About Neurofibromatosis 230 * Appendix 235 * Glossary 237 -- with a bonus offer-- .