Handbook of Clinical Adult Genetics and Genomics

Handbook of Clinical Adult Genetics and Genomics
Author: Shweta Dhar
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 530
Release: 2020-04-10
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128173459

Handbook of Clinical Adult Genetics and Genomics: A Practice-Based Approach provides a thorough overview of genetic disorders that are commonly encountered in adult populations and supports the full translation of adult genetic and genomic modalities into clinical practice. Expert chapter authors supplement foundational knowledge with case-based strategies for the evaluation and management of genetic disorders in each organ system and specialty area. Topics discussed include employing genetic testing technologies, reporting test results, genetic counseling for adult patients, medical genetics referrals, issues of complex inheritance, gene therapy, and diagnostic and treatment criteria for developmental, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neuropsychiatric, pulmonary issues, and much more. - Employs clinical case studies to demonstrate how to evaluate, diagnosis and treat adult patients with genetic disorders - Offers a practical framework for establishing an adult genetics clinic, addressing infrastructure, billing, counseling, and challenges unique to adult clinical genetics - Features chapter contributions from authors at leading adult genetics institutions in the US and abroad

Clinical Genetics Handbook

Clinical Genetics Handbook
Author: Arthur Robinson
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Total Pages: 614
Release: 1993
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780865421943

Covers genetic disorders most likely to be of interest to primary-care physicians.

Oxford Desk Reference: Clinical Genetics and Genomics

Oxford Desk Reference: Clinical Genetics and Genomics
Author: Helen V. Firth
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 824
Release: 2017-09-13
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0192519832

A popular and easy-to-use guide, this book is a must-have tool for clinical consultations in genetics and genomic medicine. Ideal for quick reference during practice, it covers the process of diagnosis, investigation, management, and counselling for patients. With a strong evidence base and international guidelines, it puts reliable and trustworthy guidance at your fingertips. Designed for use as a first-line guide, the A to Z format ensures it's accessible, and the simple layout makes it easy to assimilate information. Highly illustrated, the book also contains up-to-date glossaries of terms used in genetics and dysmorphology providing quick reference for key concepts. The second edition is an eagerly anticipated update of the gold standard in the specialty. It covers new developments in the field, particularly the advent of genome-wide sequencing and major updates in cancer. Fifteen new topics have been added, including Sudden cardiac death, Neonatal screening, and Ciliopathies. The authors have used their experience to devise a practical clinical approach to many common genetic referrals, both outpatient and ward based. The most common Mendelian disorders, chromosomal disorders, congenital anomalies and syndromes are all covered, and where available diagnostic criteria are included. In addition there are chapters on familial cancer and pregnancy-related topics such as fetal anomalies, teratogens, prenatal and pre-implantation diagnosis and non-invasive prenatal testing. The book also provides information on the less common situations where management is particularly complex. Both practical and pertinent, Oxford Desk Reference: Clinical Genetics and Genomics is the companion you need by your side during clinical consultations.

Handbook of Psychiatric Genetics

Handbook of Psychiatric Genetics
Author: Kenneth Blum
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 530
Release: 1996-10-29
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780849344862

Psychiatric genetics is an exciting new discipline that explores how our minds and behavior are influenced by our genes. Increased interest in this area of medical genetics has been sparked by advances in molecular genetic techniques, the genome project, the neurosciences, the role of genes in somatic diseases, and the linking of specific genes with complex mental disorders. This Handbook is the definitive resource on this complex, and sometimes controversial, new field.

The Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders and Birth Defects

The Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders and Birth Defects
Author: James Wynbrandt
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
Total Pages: 705
Release: 2010-05-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1438120958

Presents information on congenital birth defects, giving the name, known or suspect cause and brief description as well as available treatments where applicable.

The Handbook of Genetics & Society

The Handbook of Genetics & Society
Author: Paul Atkinson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 566
Release: 2009-07-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1134128770

An authoritative Handbook which offers a discussion of the social, political, ethical and economic consequences and implications of the new bio-sciences. The Handbook takes an interdisciplinary approach providing a synoptic overview of contemporary international social science research on genetics, genomics and the new life sciences. It brings together leading scholars with expertise across a wide-ranging spectrum of research fields related to the production, use, commercialisation and regulation of genetics knowledge. The Handbook is structured into seven cross-cutting themes in contemporary social science research on genetics with introductions written by internationally renowned section editors who take an interdisciplinary approach to offer fresh insights on recent developments and issues in often controversial fields of study. The Handbook explores local and global issues and critically approaches a wide range of public and policy questions, providing an invaluable reference source to a wide variety of researchers, academics and policy makers.

Oxford Handbook of Genetics

Oxford Handbook of Genetics
Author: Guy Bradley-Smith
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 486
Release: 2010
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0199545367

This handbook provides accessible information on specific genetic diseases, and possible genetic components of major diseases, for the primary health care team and junior doctor in training. It assists with why, when, and where to refer patients, and affected families, to get the best advice about genetic disease.