Medical & Surgical Care for Children with Down Syndrome: A Guide for Parents (Topics in Down Syndrome) [Paperback]

D. C. Van Dyke (Editor), Philip Mattheis (Editor), Susan Schoon Eberly (Editor)

Book Description

Series: Topics in Down Syndrome | Publication Date: June 1995

This guide covers medical treatments and conditions-from heart disease to skin conditions-more common among children with Down syndrome.

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"This book is a beauty. It is the latest in the series of special volumes on Topics in Down Syndrome brought out lovingly by Woodbine House. And it is the first health care book in Down syndrome specifically directed to parents. The material has been gathered by two pediatricians, a nurse, and an editor, all from the University of Iowa-and they have engaged good workers and champs from all over to do the rest of the chapters. It is a chunky (400 page) paperback at a reasonable price, with an earnest, careful, caring style. The usual chapters are all there (heart, endocrine, eye, skin, gastro-intestinal, orthopedic, etc.) and well done, mostly about 20 pages each. And there is a group of chapters not usually found, and very strategic-on decision-making, preventive care, the immune system, dentistry, sexuality, anesthesia, and unconventional therapies. This is a fine book. I recommend it for professionals as well as families. Everyone should have it! - Allen C. Crocker, M.D. Down Syndrome News, May 1996

Product Details

• Paperback: 395 pages
• Publisher: Woodbine House; 1 edition (June 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0933149549
• ISBN-13: 978-0933149540
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,129,310 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Every medical topic I wanted to know about!, February 21, 2000

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Fran Smith (New Baden, Illinois) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Medical & Surgical Care for Children with Down Syndrome: A Guide for Parents (Topics in Down Syndrome) (Paperback)

I found this book in the library of my son's early intervention office. Everything I have encountered with him, I was able to find in the book. It even talked about the delay of the emergence of his primary teeth. I wish I had known of its existence sooner. A must have for parents, grandparents, doctors and other caregivers!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for parents of Down Syndrome children, February 2, 2000

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This review is from: Medical & Surgical Care for Children with Down Syndrome: A Guide for Parents (Topics in Down Syndrome) (Paperback)

We purchased this book when our 2 day old son was in the hospital for heart problems and diagnosed with Down Syndrome. The book is full of important information for parents and doctors and is written in a language that parents can understand. In the past three years, we have used this book many times to answer questions, learn what to look for, and to train ourselves in how to handle certain medical conditions. Knowledge is power.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Vital information every parent should know, March 14, 2002

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This review is from: Medical & Surgical Care for Children with Down Syndrome: A Guide for Parents (Topics in Down Syndrome) (Paperback)

Children with Down Syndrome are at increased risk for many medical problems. As a parent, it is important to understand these risks, be able to recognize potential problems, and also become familiar with many of the medical specialists you will encounter even if your child is healthy. This book discusses all of the common medical problems you may be faced with in a way that can be understood by a parent. Armed with the information in this book, a parent will be able to make vital decisions regarding their child's health and cope more comfortably if medical care is required. Topics discussed include: heart disease, endocrine problems, skin conditions, gastrointestinal problems, and many others.