Understanding Epilepsy in Pediatrics: A Comprehensive Guide

By Maria Augusta Montenegro, Jong M. Rho

Research in the field of epilepsy continues to advance rapidly, with the ultimate goal of finding a cure for many intractable epilepsy syndromes. This fully updated second edition of the handbook is organized chronologically, from neonate through adolescence, and is the result of a collaborative effort involving leading physicians and researchers. The contributors provide a concise and practical reference for health professionals in training, reviewing the recent influx of new information on the pathophysiology, genetics, and treatment of various epilepsy syndromes.

Key Features:

• Fully updated text reviewing the latest research on the pathophysiology, genetics, and treatment of various epilepsy syndromes.
• Thorough descriptions of the different syndromes commonly encountered in clinical practice across the pediatric range.
• Extensive resource section provided.
• Contributors describe why they chose each particular case, what they learned, and how it changed their practice.
• The book includes the most recent classification and nomenclature published by the International League Against Epilepsy.

Product Details:

Language: English

Pages: 402

ISBN-10: 1032283548

ISBN-13: 978-1032283548

Published by: CRC Press

2nd edition, published on June 1, 2023