Unlocking Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders: A Symptom-Based Handbook

Written by renowned experts Clair A. Francomano, Alan J. Hakim, Lansdale G.S. Henderson, and Fraser C. Henderson Sr., this comprehensive handbook offers a groundbreaking approach to understanding and managing Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD).

A Novel Approach to Symptom-Based Diagnosis and Management

The book’s unique structure organizes the content intuitively from head to feet, covering the wide range of symptoms experienced by individuals with EDS and HSD. Each chapter seamlessly integrates clinical case studies, concise discussions, and two essential tools: simplified algorithms for diagnosing and managing each symptom, and differential diagnoses (alternative explanations) for the symptoms.

This approach enables clinicians to quickly and accurately identify and address the complex symptoms they encounter in their practice, while empowering patients to better understand their conditions and take an active role in their management.

A Collaborative Effort from Leading Clinicians

This handbook is the result of collaboration among 70 leading clinicians representing over 30 specialties, providing a comprehensive and integrative understanding of EDS and HSD. The expertise of these clinicians bridges the gaps between the numerous specialties related to these conditions, offering a unified approach to diagnosis and management.

Key features of this valuable resource include:

• Symptom-based chapters for easy diagnosis and management
• Case reports, differential diagnoses, discussions, and diagnostic and treatment algorithms for each symptom
• A comprehensive compendium of EDS and HSD symptoms for clinicians and patients

Publisher: Elsevier
Edition: 1st edition
Publication Date: December 19, 2023
Language: English
Pages: 652
ISBN-10: 0323950825
ISBN-13: 978-0323950824

This handbook is an essential tool for clinicians seeking a concise and authoritative resource on EDS and HSD, as well as patients looking to deepen their understanding of these conditions and take a more active role in their care.