Bedside Approach to Autonomic Disorders: A Clinical Tutor

By: Gregor K. Wenning and Alessandra Fanciulli and Walter Struhal and Heinz Lahrmann

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Synopsis: This book is a guide to the everydayclinical management of disorders of the autonomic nervous system, from identificationof the key symptoms of autonomic involvement and comprehensive history takingto choice of treatment. The book will assist the reader in determining theanatomic distribution of the disease, as well as underlying autonomic syndromes,and in transforming the clinical picture into a coherent explanation of thepatient's autonomic problem. In addition, guidelines are provided on selectionof the most appropriate autonomic and laboratory tests and formulation of appropriatenon-pharmacological and pharmacological management strategies. With cases drawnfrom clinical experience and a list of available online resources, Bedside Approach to Autonomic Disorders willaid the reader in acquiring the skills that are mandatory in order to put patientson the right clinical track. It will be a valuable guide for trainees and youngdoctors interested in autonomic disorders from the fields of neurology,internal medicine, cardiology, diabetes, and urology.