{"product_id":"smiths-recognizable-patterns-of-human-deformation","title":"Smith's Recognizable Patterns of Human Deformation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook info:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smith's Recognizable Patterns of Human Deformation (Hardcover, 416 pages) – Elsevier, 2015. Language: English.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003ePerfect for residents, pediatricians, practitioners, or parents seeking further information, Smith’s Recognizable Patterns of Human Deformation provides evidence-based management for a range of common pediatric problems affecting the limbs and craniofacial region. The only source devoted to the diagnoses and management of birth defects resulting from mechanical forces, this reference supplies the essential guidance needed for timely intervention and effective treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamines the initial clinical approach to suspected deformation problems, and then walks you through pathogenesis, diagnostic features, management, prognosis, and counseling for each condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddresses a full range of lower extremity deformations; joint dislocations; nerve palsies; chest and spinal deformations; head and neck deformations; craniosynostosis and cranial bone variations; problems associated with abnormal birth presentation, birth palsies, and procedure-related defects; infant head shape variations; and torticollis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinguish deformations from malformations for appropriate management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach chapter utilizes four consistent sections – Genesis, Features, Management and Prognosis, and Differential Diagnosis – to provide concise yet comprehensive information on 50 common pediatric conditions. These chapters are available for individual purchase or download to serve as educational guides for parents regarding evidence-based management of these conditions. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiagnosis and management of common pediatric orthopedic conditions is covered in detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated discussion of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome brings a new focus to the important topic of infant sleeping environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew before-and-after illustrations and detailed discussions focus on cranial-orthotic molding helmets and the surgical correction of craniosynostosis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides evidence-based management recommendations on common fetal complications such as oligohydramnios, pulmonary hypoplasia, and uterine structural abnormalities, and discusses current management techniques for each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelected references at the end of each chapter provide further recent information regarding each of these topics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers essential information to a range of professionals, including neonatologists, pediatricians, family practitioners, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, rehabilitative specialists, pediatric nurse practitioners, and residents in all fields. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references in the book on a variety of devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \n        About the Author   John Graham, MD, is a pediatrician and medical geneticist with more than 35 years of training and experience in clinical genetics, dysmorphology, teratology, developmental disabilities, communicative disorders and public health aspects of birth defects. He holds a lifetime appointment as a professor of Pediatrics emeritus at UCLA School of Medicine, where he is on the executive committee of the UCLA Intercampus Medical Genetics Training Program. Graham continues to treat patients at Cedars-Sinai and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecialist in Medical Genetics and Pediatrics. Medical School at UCLA School of Medicine and Fellowship: Cedars-Sinai      ","brand":"John M. Graham Jr. MD ScD, Pedro A. Sanchez-Lara MD. MSCE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46068811628778,"sku":"9780323294942","price":18.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/5301\/6298\/files\/41z0i4b9H9L._SL1500.jpg?v=1781184305","url":"https:\/\/textbookme.store\/products\/smiths-recognizable-patterns-of-human-deformation","provider":"TextbookMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}