Management of Prader-Willi Syndrome

Merlin Butler

ISBN 10: 0387253971 / ISBN 13: 9780387253978

Published by Springer Nature B.V. Feb 2006, 2006

About this Item

Neuware - Management of Prader-Willi Syndrome brings together the contributions of professionals with considerable expertise in diagnosis and management of PWS. Clinical, social, family, and community issues are explored and management strategies identified. The text presents historical, medical, and genetic information to orient the reader. The major portion deals with pragmatic guidelines, rather than research and diagnosis, and is directed to health and educational specialists in academic, clinical, and community settings. This manual is endorsed by The Prader-Willi Syndrome Association, which is recognized world-wide.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Management of Prader-Willi Syndrome
• Publisher: Springer Nature B.V. Feb 2006
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0387253971
• ISBN 13: 9780387253978
• Binding: Buch
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 260W x 185H x 30D millimeters 260 millimeters width by 185 millimeters height by 30 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1350 grams

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Synopsis

Management of Prader-Willi Syndrome brings together the contributions of professionals with considerable expertise in diagnosis and management of PWS. Clinical, social, family, and community issues are explored and management strategies identified. The text presents historical, medical, and genetic information to orient the reader. The major portion deals with pragmatic guidelines, rather than research and diagnosis, and is directed to health and educational specialists in academic, clinical, and community settings. This manual is endorsed by The Prader-Willi Syndrome Association, which is recognized world-wide.

Review

From the reviews of the third edition:

"The third edition is a welcome update which includes recent developments in the treatment of PWS ... . The layout and illustrations are excellent. ... will provide a wealth of information for the geneticist and it will serve as an excellent reference for any healthcare professional, family member or teacher." (Ruth Newbury-Ecob, Human Genetics, Vol. 124, October, 2008)

"This is an excellent ... book that cover every aspect and organ system involved in Prader Willi syndrome. ... This is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to know more about this syndrome. The prospective audience includes parents, practitioners, and physicians ... . This is an essential reference for anyone taking care of a person with Prader-Willi syndrome, whether physician, practitioner, teacher, or parent. It gives excellent and detailed information describing the disease and the problems associated with it." (Pinar Bulut, Doody’s Review Service, March, 2009)