Churchill Livingstone Emery and Rimoin's Principles and Practice of Medical Genetics: 3-Volume Set

Written for the practising clinician, the fourth editon of this three-volume classic remains the only comprehensive resource in the field. Prepared by internationally recognized authorities, it covers the basic principles of genetics, but emphasises their application in the clinical environment accross the full spectrum of inherited disorders. It is essential for clinical geneticists, but is also accessible to other specialists needing expert guidance on the diagnosis and management of genetic disorders. Why is this still the best book on Clinical Genetics? The only book to provide clinically-oriented coverage of all genetically-based diseases - everything you need in one place It bridges the gap between molecular genetics and clinical practice Strong emphasis on issues of daily relevance to the practising clinician, ie screening, diagnosis, treatment, counselling - '80% of its pages are devoted to a comprehensive clinical coverage of genetic disorders' - Trends in Genetics Disorders grouped by organ-system giving speedy access to the information relevant to your practice Consistent chapter structure allows quick access to key facts - 'properly organised' - NEJM An up-to-date human gene map contributed by Victor McKusick 'References to the primary literature make this book a must...' - NEJM Dr Bruce Korf, both a neurologist and geneticist, has fully up-dated the neurogenetics material Many new authors added to maintain a fresh, up-to-date perspective All 159 chapters completely revised and up-dated, many completely re-written, reflecting the rapid change in medical genetics and ensuring all information is cutting edge - 'well written' - NEJM 16 new chapters added - see contents list