
Handbook of Clinical Adult Genetics and Genomics
A Practice-Based Approach
- 534 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Handbook of Clinical Adult Genetics and Genomics
A Practice-Based Approach
About this book
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
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Table of contents
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- List of contributors
- Foreword
- Preface
- Section I: The Practice of Adult Genetics
- Section II: Genetic disorders in adults
- Section III: Access to Genetic Services
- Section IV: Future Directions
- Index