Inflammatory and Autoimmune Disorders of the Nervous System in ChildrenISBN: 978-1-898683-66-7
Hardcover
448 pages
January 2010
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Inflammatory disorders of the nervous system, although individually
uncommon, collectively make up 10-20% of acute paediatric neurology
presentations and many are potentially treatable. Research into
them is lagging behind adult research, but better diagnosis and
often simple treatments could lead to substantial clinical benefit
and reduction in long-term disability.
This book provides a detailed and comprehensive summary of the childhood diseases that are, or are likely to be, caused by the immune system. The authors not only describe these disorders and their treatments comprehensively, helping pediatricians and pediatric neurologists to improve their understanding and recognition of the conditions, but also highlight recent and exciting developments that will be of considerable importance in the future.