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Taylor & Francis Neuromuscular Pathology Made Easy 2021 Edition by Maher Kurdi
The scope of Neuromuscular Pathology continuous to expand, as evidenced by the numerous multivolume and speciality texts published in recent years. This short textbook provides a complete overview of both clinical and histological aspects of common and rare neuromuscular diseases. The objective is twofold: to provide information about neuromuscular diseases in a simplified, integrated, and rapidly accessible format suited to those initially encountering the discipline, and also to provide a clear approach using simple pictures, tables and algorithms to illustrate histological features in muscle and nerve biopsy. This volume is conveniently divided into three sections with a total of 30 chapters. The first section deals with basic principles of neuromuscular histology and physiology, processing technique, histochemistry, and laboratory management. The second and third sections deal with neuromuscular diseases that are summarized in a stepwise approach, complemented by algorithms and organized tables.A simplified, integrated, and rapidly accessible format covering both common and rare neuromuscular diseasesClear simple illustrations, organized tables and algorithms to aid the reader in finding an easy approach to accurate diagnosisPractical tips to facilitate histopathological diagnosis.Clinical scenarios discussing common neuromuscular conditionsNeurologists, neuropathologists, trainees and medical students involved in clinical neuroscience and pathology will find this guide of practical benefit in both education and practice. Table of contents : - Contributor List Preface Acknowledgment Abbreviations Part I: General1. Muscle and Nerve Histology 2. Muscle and Nerve Fibers Classification 3. Clinical Neurophysiology 4. Neuromuscular Laboratory 5. Chemical Materials Used in the Lab 6. Biopsy Processing Protocol 7. Histochemistry Protocol 8. Genetic Basis Of Neuromuscular Disorders 9. Neuromuscular Final Report Part II: Muscle10. Initial Approach in Muscle Biopsy 11. Differential Diagnosis 12. Electron Microscopy 13. Classification of Myopathy 14. Approach to Neuromyopathy 15. Approach to Vacuolar Myopathy 16. Muscular Dystrophy Diseases 17. Inherited Myopathic Diseases 18. Non-Congenital Acquired Myopathies 19. Metabolic Myopathy 20. Inflammatory Myopathy 21. Chronic Denervation Myopathy 22. Axial Myopathy 23. Fasciitis Part III: Nerve24. Classification of Neuropathy 25. Diagnostic Approach in Nerve Biopsy 26. Axonal Neuropathy 27. Demyelinating Neuropathy 28. Cellular and Extracellular Abnormalities 29. Inflammatory Demyelination 30. Other Common Peripheral Neuropathies Index