Continuing the unique case-based learning approach to fill the gap between theory and practice, the third edition of Electromyography in Clinical Practice addresses the advances in neuromuscular medicine, including anterior horn cell disorders, peripheral neuropathies, neuromuscular junction disorders, and myopathies. It is the perfect resource for neurologists, physiatrists, neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, rheumatologists, physical therapists, and pain management specialists, neuromuscular and clinical neurophysiology fellows, as well as the resident, trainee, and medical student interested in the diagnosis and management of the most common disorders encountered in the EMG lab.The book is divided into two major parts; the first an introduction to clinical electromyography and the second is separated into 27 case studies. The cases focus on localized disorders in the lower and upper extremities and end with a selection of generalized disorders. Each case begins with a detailed, tabulated, EMG study, followed by several questions, and a detailed analysis of the study, then takes into account patient history, the physical examination, EMG Neurologists, physiatrists (Physical Medicine andrpen the rehabilitation), Trainees (Neurology and Physical Medicine
Bashar Katirji, MD, FACP has mentored more than 50 fellows in Neuromuscular Disorders & Electromyography, contributed to more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and numerous scientific presentations, and published several leading textbooks. In addition to being actively involved in clinical research, he has a wide and informative personal experience in the use of electrodiagnostic studies for the diagnosis of peripheral nerve and muscle disorders. This experience spans over 35 years.
Table of ContentsPreface to the Third EditionPreface to the Second EditionPreface to the First EditionAcknowledgmentsPart I: Introduction to Clinical ElectromyographyChapter1: The Scope of the EMG ExaminationChapter 2: Routine Clinical ElectromyographyChapter 3: Specialized Electrodiagnostic StudiesChapter 4: Electrodiagnostic Findings in Neuromuscular DisordersPart II: Focal Disorders Lower ExtremitySection 1: Lower ExtremitiesCase 1Case 2Case 3Case 4Case 5Case 6Case 7Case 8Section 2: Upper ExtremitiesCase 9Case 10Case 11Case 12Case 13Case 14Case 15Case 16Part III: Generalized DisordersCase 17Case 18Case 19Case 20Case 21Case 22Case 23Case 24Case 25Case 26Case 27Index
Dr. Katirji provides a thorough and practical approach to evaluating common neuromuscular disorders in the electrodiagnostic laboratory with emphasis on recognizing the salient features and discriminating electrophysiological findings of these disorders. This book provides an easily accessible guide that clearly enhances routine clinical electromyography practice.