Pathology of Heart Disease in the Fetus, Infant and Child

This authoritative reference offers an all-encompassing guide to fetal and neonatal pathology, covering complications in pregnancy, multiple gestations, abortion, placental disorders, and conditions affecting full-term neonates. It bridges clinical, pathological, and genetic perspectives, providing a thorough understanding of both common and rare embryonic, fetal, and infant disorders. With an emphasis on the genetic and molecular bases of birth defects, the text is an indispensable resource for pathologists, neonatologists, geneticists, and clinicians involved in perinatal care.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage of embryonic, fetal, and neonatal disorders in one source
• Correlation of clinical presentation, pathology, and genetic findings for each systemic disease
• Emphasis on molecular pathology, immunohistochemistry, and DNA technologies
• Extensive illustration collection with nearly 2,500 images, 2,350 in full color, showing conditions as they appear in practice
• Practical guidance on autopsy techniques and protocols
• Expanded discussion of developmental biology and the pathogenesis of birth defects
• User-friendly summary tables, diagnostic flowcharts, and structured organization for quick reference
• CD-ROM Image Bank with all illustrations downloadable for presentations and teaching purposes