A Clinical Guide to Epileptic Syndromes and their Treatment

Pediatric Neurology emphasizes that children are not simply miniature adults; their nervous systems are uniquely sensitive, rapidly developing, and subject to age-specific disorders. Neurological diseases in children span the full spectrum of the nervous system—from brain to striated muscle—and often manifest differently than in adults. Chronic neurological conditions that begin in childhood follow distinct cognitive and motor trajectories into adulthood, requiring specialized expertise that has given rise to subspecialties such as epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, stroke, malformations, neonatal neurology, and metabolic diseases. Recognizing the impact of genetics, infection, and varying medical practices worldwide, this volume integrates global perspectives to provide comprehensive coverage of pediatric neurology, emphasizing normal development, disease progression, ethical considerations, and the transition of care into adulthood.

Key Features

• Part of the renowned Handbook of Clinical Neurology series, offering the most comprehensive global reference in neurology
• Contributions from leading international experts in pediatric neurology and subspecialties
• Focuses on developmental aspects and normal maturation of the brain, muscle, and immune system
• Addresses age-specific neurological disorders, including chronic conditions and their course into adulthood
• Covers subspecialty areas: epilepsy, neuromuscular diseases, stroke, malformations, neonatal neurology, and metabolic disorders
• Highlights the impact of genetics, infectious context, and global medical practices on disease presentation and management
• Integrates ethical considerations specific to the developing nervous system
• Balances detailed discussion of complex neurological disorders with reminders of normal development
• Provides a framework for both clinical care and research training in pediatric neurology