The essential "neurotransmitter" for assimilating the basics of clinical neurology

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:
- Complete revision of contents and an enhanced layout from the first edition
- 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
- Vast clinical experience of two highly respected university teachers

Fundamentals of Neurology: An Illustrated Guide, Second Edition, is the ideal introduction to clinical neurology for medical students, physical therapists, and other professionals involved in patient care.

<p>1 Fundamentals<br>2 The Clinical Interview in Neurology<br>3 The Neurologic Examination<br>4 Ancillary Tests in Neurology<br>5 Topical Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis of Neurologic Syndromes<br>6 Diseases of the Brain and Meninges<br>7 Diseases of the Spinal Cord<br>8 Multiple Sclerosis and Other Autoimmune Diseases of the Central Nervous System<br>9 Epilepsy and Its Differential Diagnosis<br>10 Sleep and Its Abnormalities<br>11 Polyradiculopathy and Polyneuropathy<br>12 Diseases of the Cranial Nerves<br>13 Diseases of the Spinal Nerve Roots and Peripheral Nerves<br>14 Painful Syndromes<br>15 Diseases of Muscle (Myopathies)<br>16 Diseases of the Autonomic Nervous System</p>