Clinical Neurophysiology: EMG, Nerve Conduction and Evoked Potentials, Volume 1 (Handbook of Clinical Neurophysiology)

Long copy (cont'd in long field): Clinical Neurophysiology: EMG, Nerve Conduction and Evoked Potentials is addressed to those who require understanding of the underlying scientific principles, proper recording techniques, and the development and characteristics of electrical potentials in normal subjects and the ways in which these are affected by physical factors or disease. This foundation will enable the reader to interpret a wide range of clinical problems on the basis of first principles. The book contains predominantly black-and-white illustrations, with some color illustrations. The main clinical sections are set out in the context of typical referral problems, showing how the appropriate sequence of investigations and their interpretation lead to correct diagnosis and management. As well as the basic fundamentals of neurophysiology in clinical practice, "Clinical Neurophysiology" provides detailed coverage of many special new areas of clinical value. There are substantial sections on many of the newer techniques including small fibre electromyography, qualitative sensory testing, intra-operative monitoring of evoked potentials and the development of knowledge-based systems. With contributions from internationally recognised experts in their fields, this is an up-to-date survey, rigorously edited, which will serve as a reference for many years to come. It is a co-ordinated and well-structured text, which is beautifully presented and profusely illustrated. Its comprehensive and integrated approach will appeal not only to clinical neurophysiologists and technicians, but also to neurologists, paediatrians and general physicians. Other authors include: R Cooper, PhD BSc, Formerly Research Director, Burden Neurological Institute, Bristol, UK; C J Fowler, MD, Department of Clinical Neurophysiology, The Middlesex Hospital, London, UK; F Mauguiere, MD PhD, Professor of Neurology, University of Lyon, France; Functional Neurology and Epileptology Unit, Hopital Neurologique, Lyon, France; and P F Prior, MD FRCP, Department of Clinical Neurophysiology, St Bartholomew's Hospital, London, UK Content: Front Matter , Page iii Copyright , Page iv Companion Volume , Page viii Contributors , Page ix Preface , Page xi Acknowledgements , Page xiii Abbreviations , Pages xv-xvii 1.1 - Fundamentals of neurophysiology , Pages 3-17 1.2 - Techniques , Pages 18-42 2.1 - Early history of nerve conduction studies and electromyography , Pages 45-49 2.2 - Anatomy and function of peripheral nerves , Pages 50-59 2.3 - Clinical measurements of nerve conduction , Pages 60-75 2.4 - Electromyography: normal and pathological findings , Pages 76-102 2.5 - Nerve conduction studies and EMG sampling , Pages 103-138 2.6 - Specific clinical requests , Pages 139-217 2.7 - Assessment of autonomic function , Pages 218-232 2.8 - Pelvic floor neurophysiology , Pages 233-252 2.9 - Quantitative sensory testing , Pages 253-270 2.10 - Analysis of electromyographic activity , Pages 271-277 2.11 - Single fibre electromyography , Pages 278-282 2.12 - Knowledge-based expert systems , Pages 283-321 3.1 - Definitions and introductory remarks , Pages 325-334 3.2 - Methods and instrumentation , Pages 335-344 3.3 - Recording procedures , Pages 345-363 3.4 - Normal findings by modality , Pages 364-430,430a,430b 3.5 - Abnormal waveforms and diagnostic yield of evoked potentials , Pages 431-481 3.6 - Evoked potential diagnostic strategies , Pages 482-522 3.7 - Analysis of evoked potentials , Pages 523-563 Index , Pages 565-572 Includes clinical sections that are set out in the context of typical referral problems, showing how the appropriate sequence of investigations and their interpretation lead to correct diagnosis and management. Presenting fundamentals of neurophysiology in clinical practice, it provides details of many special areas of clinical value.