Primer on the Autonomic Nervous System

by Phillip A. Low (Editor)

Overview

The Primer on the Autonomic Nervous System presents, in a readable and accessible format, key information about how the autonomic nervous system controls the body, particularly in response to stress. It represents the largest collection of world-wide autonomic nervous system authorities ever assembled in one book. It is especially suitable for students, scientists and physicians seeking key information about all aspects of autonomic physiology and pathology in one convenient source. Providing up-to-date knowledge about basic and clinical autonomic neuroscience in a format designed to make learning easy and fun, this book is a must-have for any neuroscientist's bookshelf! - Greatly amplified and updated from previous edition including the latest developments in the field of autonomic cardiovascular regulation and neuroscience - Provides key information about all aspects of autonomic physiology and pathology - Discusses stress and how its effects on the body are mediated - Compiles contributions by over 140 experts on the autonomic nervous system

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780123865267
Publisher:	Elsevier Science & Technology Books
Publication date:	11/03/2011
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	730
File size:	13 MB
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About the Author

Dr. Phillip Low is a Neurologist at the Mayo Clinic focusing on Autonomic Disorders. Phillip A. Low, M.D. has a long-standing research focus on clinical and laboratory research into the cause and treatment of autonomic disorders. Efforts have been concentrated on following major areas: multiple system atrophy; development of novel biomarkers and tests and instruments to study autonomic disorders; diagnosis and treatment of autonomic neuropathies; conducting randomized clinical trials. Dr. Low's research has been continuously funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for over the past 30 years.

Table of Contents

Part I. Anatomy; Part II. Pharmacology; Part III. Physiology; Part IV. Stress; Part V. Neuropathology; Part VI. Evaluation of Autonomic Function; Part VII. Cardiovascular Disorders; Part VIII. Catecholamine Disorders; Part IX. Central Autonomic Disorders; Part X. Peripheral Autonomic Failure; Part XI. Orthostatic Intolerance; Part XII. Other Clinical Conditions; Part XIII. Management of Autonomic Disorders; Part XIV. Experimental Autonomic Neuroscience.

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From the Publisher

An up-to-date review of the basic and clinical autonomic neuroscience knowledge intended for students, researchers and physicians

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Celso Agner, MD, MS, MSc (Michigan Neurology Partners)
Description: The understanding of the autonomic nervous system has significantly increased over the past few decades. Dissemination of this knowledge is crucial in determining future directions in this area of neurology.
Purpose: The purpose of this book is to address different aspects of the autonomic regulation of our bodies. These valuable objectives are completely met by the authors.
Audience: Neurologists, neurophysiologists, neurosurgeons, and students will find this a valuable source of information. The authors are well known authorities in the field.
Features: The 120 chapters are written by 148 authors. Although the topic has been explored in other books, the unique feature of this one is the succinct manner it explores the autonomic nervous system. Moreover, the organization of the chapters, the high quality pictures, and the progressive clinical interaction throughout the text provides a complete view of neuro-autonomic disorders, including their potential management options.
Assessment: This is an important acquisition for general libraries and for neurological departments.

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