Neurologic Disease in Women

For this second edition of a reference for physicians and other medical personnel seeking information relevant to patient care, Kaplan (neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine) adds new material on the adverse effects of antiepileptic drugs, the impact of pregnancy on neurologic disease, and the prevalence of movement disorders in women. The book addresses general anatomic, hormonal, epidemiologic, and drug aspects of women's health first, then moves on to examine neurological conditions throughout the lifespan, and specific neurological conditions that present differently or predominantly in females. Each chapter contains b&w medical images, diagnosis and management algorithms, and information on recommended drug treatments and other therapies. Annotation 2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR