Neurofibromatosis Type I in Childhood (Hardcover)

by Kathryn North (Author), Bruce R. Korf (Foreword), David Gutman (Contributor), Peter G. Procopis (Preface) "Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a multisystem disorder with a prevalence of 1 in 4000 people (Huson et al. 1988)..." (more)
Key Phrases: asymptomatic optic gliomas, optic pathway tumours, neurofibromin expression, Consensus Development Conference, Judgement of Line Orientation, Age Visual Right (more...)

Editorial Reviews

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"...North provides an excellent review of this multisystem disorder and includes the most recent developments in the field...Overall, this book is well written and easy to read. The style makes it easy to assimilate...This book is relevant to all neurologists but most particularly to the pediatric neurologist. I would also recommend this volume to health care personnel involved in neurofibromatosis clinics." Archives of Neurology

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!It is a well written thesis which contains an updated review of the literature of the subject and underscores the author’s expertise in neurofibromatosis … is to be recommended to paediatricians, neurologists and ophthalmologists interested in neurofibromatosis." J. J. De Laey, Oogheelkunde, Universiteit Gent

"Any doctor who is involved in the management of children with NF1 will find this book useful." Evan Reid, Journal of Medical Genetics

" … a very readable book that provides a wealth of information" Doody’s Health Sciences Book Review Journal

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• Hardcover: 132 pages
• Publisher: MacKeith Press; 1 edition (January 15, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1898683131
• ISBN-13: 978-1898683131
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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