Epilepsy (Fast Facts)

by Dee Mc Lean (Illustrator), Martin Brodie (Author), StevenSchacter (Author), StevenC.Schachter (Author)

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  Paperback
  1999

  $32.91

  Focusing upon the previously much-neglected subject of epilepsy, this practical booklet is designed to help the clinician diagnose and successfully treat patients with a wide range of seizures. The authors explore the many recent scientific and sociological revolutions in the field: the pathophysiology of seizure types and epilepsy syndromes; the development of more precise and accurate ways of imaging the brain; the introduction of a range of new antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) with different mechanisms of action; and the establishment of global patient advocacy organizations.

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  Paperback
  2001

  $3.35

  Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological disorder. Although this distressing condition remits in some people, many will have epilepsy throughout their lives. But continued research has led to the development of improved antiepileptic drugs. Written with the family physician in mind, this book provides a concise overview of the diagnosis and management of epilepsy.