Smith’s Recognizable Patterns of Human Deformation: A Comprehensive Guide to Diagnosing and Managing Birth Defects

Authored by John M. Graham Jr. MD ScD and Pedro A. Sanchez-Lara MD, MSCE, this 5th edition of Smith’s Recognizable Patterns of Human Deformation is the only reference dedicated to the diagnosis and management of birth defects resulting from mechanical forces.

A Trusted Resource for Pediatric Professionals and Parents

This esteemed title provides evidence-based management for a range of common pediatric problems affecting the limbs and craniofacial region, offering highly readable and well-illustrated guidance for timely intervention and effective treatment. By avoiding long-term adverse secondary consequences, healthcare professionals can improve the quality of life for their patients.

Comprehensive Coverage of Birth Defects and Deformations

This authoritative guide examines the initial clinical approach to suspected deformation problems, walking readers through pathogenesis, diagnostic features, management, prognosis, and counseling for each condition. It covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Lower extremity deformations
• Joint dislocations
• Nerve palsies
• Chest and spinal deformations
• Head and neck deformations
• Craniosynostosis and cranial bone variations
• Problems associated with abnormal birth presentation, birth palsies, and procedure-related defects
• Infant head shape variations
• Torticollis

New to this edition are chapters on early embryonic disruption and fetal disruption, as well as Key Points boxes throughout, offering readers concise summaries of essential information.

Evidence-Based Management Recommendations

This comprehensive guide distinguishes deformations from malformations, providing concise yet thorough information on 50 common pediatric conditions. Each chapter is divided into four consistent sections – Genesis, Features, Management, and Prognosis, and Differential Diagnosis – ensuring that readers have access to the most up-to-date knowledge in the field.

The authors provide evidence-based management recommendations on common fetal complications, including oligohydramnios, pulmonary hypoplasia, and uterine structural abnormalities, as well as current management techniques for each condition.

A Valuable Resource for Healthcare Professionals

This authoritative guide is an essential resource for a range of healthcare professionals, including neonatologists, pediatricians, family practitioners, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, rehabilitative specialists, and pediatric nurse practitioners. Residents in all fields will also benefit from the comprehensive coverage and expert insights provided in this title.

An eBook version is included with purchase, offering readers the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

Publication Details:

• Publisher: Elsevier
• Publication Date: April 15, 2024
• Language: English
• Pages: 416
• ISBN-10: 0443114145
• ISBN-13: 978-0443114144