Demyelinating Disorders of the Central Nervous System in Childhood

Chabas - 2010

Overview

While often associated with adults, demyelinating disorders affecting myelin formation and repair can occur in infants, children, and adolescents. Up to 5 percent of multiple sclerosis cases begin before age 18, with a rising diagnosis rate. Awareness of these pediatric conditions remains low, even among specialists. This book offers thorough coverage of these diseases, emphasizing differences in childhood management compared to adults.

Who it's for

• Pediatric neurologists
• MS specialists
• Adult neurologists
• Pediatricians

Key features

• Comprehensive coverage of pediatric demyelinating disorders
• Detailed chapters on pediatric MS, ADEM, optic neuritis, transverse myelitis, and neuromyelitis optica
• Highlights differences in childhood versus adult management
• Published in 2010
• 292 pages
• Hardback binding
• ISBN: 9780521763493
• Publisher: Cambridge Academ