Clinical Examination of the Nervous System

Offers complete coverage of the nuerologic exam - from history taking to laboratory analysis - from leading experts in modern neurology. The initial chapter describes the nerological history and exam. Subsequent chapters review localization of disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system, cranial nerves, the reflexes, the sensory system, the autonomic nervous system, and the nervous system of infants and children. A detailed concluding chapter examines laboratory assessment of neruological disorders including the use of PET, cerebrospinal fluid, CR and MR scanning, EEG, and much more. Step-by-step instructions are supplied for each stage of the neurological examinations, leaving nothing to doubt.