Neuromuscular Disease Case Studies from Queen Square
This book provides an accessible guide to neuromuscular disorders using case scenarios from the world-renowned MRC Centre for Neuromuscular Diseases at the National Hospital, Queen Square, London, UK. Fifty genetic and acquired disorders are presented in
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Neuromuscular Disease
Hadi Manji • Chris Turner • Matthew R.B. Evans Editors
Neuromuscular Disease Case Studies from Queen Square
Editors Hadi Manji NHNN MRC Centre for Neuromuscular Diseases London UK
Matthew R.B. Evans NHNN MRC Centre for Neuromuscular Diseases London UK
Chris Turner NHNN MRC Centre for Neuromuscular Diseases London UK
ISBN 978-1-4471-2388-0 ISBN 978-1-4471-2389-7 DOI 10.1007/978-1-4471-2389-7
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Library of Congress Control Number: 2016941756 © Springer-Verlag London Ltd. 2017 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. Printed on acid-free paper This Springer imprint is published by Springer Nature The registered company is Springer-Verlag London Ltd.
Dedicated to Prof. P.K. Thomas, Dr John Morgan-Hughes and Prof. Anita Harding.
Professor P.K. Thomas
Dr John Morgan-Hughes
Professor Anita Harding
Foreword I
It is with great pleasure that I went through the Cases Studies from Queen Square on Neuromuscular Diseases written by Hadi Manji, Chris Turner, and Matthew RB Evans. The body of knowledge concerning neuromuscular disorders has grown exceptionally rapidly over the past five decades. This book has the unique advantage to combine clinical, electrophysiological, immunologic, genetic, and pathologic information in carefully selected illustrative cases of peripheral neuropathies, neuromuscular junction, and muscle disorders. It is only in highly active neurological centers like Queen Square that one can find the ingredients to achieve this task. The authors have skillfully emphasized the practical management of patients, with selected investigations crucial to diagnosis, and appropriate treatment. I have been lucky enough to work with one of the co-authors (HM) and had the opportunity to appreciate his sense of humor and expertise. He came to work with me after being recommended by PK Thomas and it was a rewarding collaboration. I am glad to see that he continues to produce the excellent work he used to. This book covers an o
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