Handbook of Clinical Adult Genetics and Genomics
A Practice-Based Approach

Provides foundational knowledge and case-based strategies for the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of genetic disorders commonly encountered in adult populations

Shweta Dhar (Edited by), Sandesh Sreenath Chakravarthy Nagamani (Edited by), Tanya Eble (Edited by)

9780128173442, Elsevier Science

Paperback, published 13 April 2020

534 pages
23.4 x 19 x 3.3 cm, 1.04 kg

"Multiple handbooks exist in the literature reviewing medical genetics in general. Very few handbooks are oriented to medical practitioners who care for an adult population. In general, this is a good and solid source for healthcare providers who treat adults with genetic disorders." --Doody

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.

SECTION I.  THE PRACTICE OF ADULT GENETICS 1. Introduction to the field of Adult Genetics 2. Basic Genetic Concepts 3. Evaluation of an Adult patient with a suspected genetic disorder 4. Counseling the adult patient with a genetic disorder 5. Genetic testing in adults

Subject Areas: DNA & Genome [PSAK1], Genetics [non-medical PSAK]