Myotonic dystrophy (Major problems in neurology)

Myotonic Dystrophy is one of the most variable of all human disorders. With age onset ranging from fetal life to old age, and with virtually all systems of the body affected in some way, it can present clinically to many types of specialist; not only the neurologist but also the cardiologist, ophthalmologists, gastroenterologist or endocrinologist.Up-to-date coverage of recent genetic developmentsEnsures clinical applications of genetic research are clearly understoodComplete revision of clinical material - covers clinical management and integration of research into clinical practiceHigh-quality illustrations throughoutSimply and clearly written - even the layman will find this useful