Occupational Neurology: Volume 131

ISBN-13: 9780444626271 / Angielski / Twarda / 2015 / 544 str.

Marcello Lotti; Margit L. Bleecker

Opis

Occupational Neurology a volume in the Handbook of Clinical Neurology Series, provides a comprehensive overview of the science, clinical diagnosis, and treatment for neurotoxin related neurological and psychiatric disorders. This timely collection provides not only a complete scientific reference on the chemical origin of this class of neurological and psychiatric disorders, but also a practical guide to diagnosis and treatment challenges and best practices. Handbook of Clinical Neurology Series The first volume of the Handbook of Clinical Neurology under the editorship of George Bruyn and Pierre Vinken was published in 1968. In 1982, the series was brought to an interim conclusion with the publication of the cumulative index volume (Volume 44). By that stage, the Handbook had come to represent one of the largest scientific works ever published. It enjoys a high reputation in specialist media circles throughout the world. After the series was concluded in 1982, it was realized that an update of the material was imperative. Accordingly, a revised series was planned and published over the following years, concluding with the publication of another cumulative index to both series (Volume 76-78) in 2002. Since then, George Bruyn has passed away and Pierre Vinken has retired, but the need for a further new series, incorporating advances in the field, again become necessary. Professors Michael J. Aminoff, Francois Boller and Dick F. Swaab have with enthusiasm taken on the responsibility of supervising the preparation of a third series, the first volumes of which were published in 2003. Now, more than 130 volumes after the first published, the Handbook of Clinical Neurology series continues to have an unparalleled reputation for providing the latest foundational research, diagnosis, and treatment protocols essential for both basic neuroscience research and clinical neurology.

• Provides comprehensive coverage of neurotoxins, especially in the workplace
• Details the latest science as the foundation for neurotoxicity diagnosis and treatment
• Presents coverage of the diagnosis and treatment essential for clinical neurologists and occupational medicine specialists

Spis treści

Section 1 Introduction1. Principles and practice of occupational neurology: an overview2. Evaluating suspected work-related neurological disorders (clinical diagnosis) 3. Neuropsychological evaluation and exposure to neurointoxicants4. Exposure assessment for chemical and physical agents 5. The mechanisms of neurotoxicity and the selective vulnerability of nervous system sitesSection 2 Neurobehavioral disorders associated with exposure to neurointoxicants6. Occupation and the risk of developing a chronic toxic leukoencephalopathy7. Neurotoxicity of solvents8. Hydrogen sulfide intoxication9. The neurotoxicity of organochlorine and pyrethroid pesticides10. Organophosphate and Carbamate Insecticide Poisoning 11. Neurotoxicity of metals 12. Carbon monoxide intoxicationSection 3 Movement disorders (Parkinsonism or other movement disorders) 13. Extrapyramidal system neurotoxicity: animal models14. Occupational exposures and parkinsonism15. Tremor secondary to neurotoxic exposure: mercury, lead, solvents, pesticidesSection 4 Toxic neuropathies 16. Clinical descriptions of toxic neuropathiesSection 5 Special sensory organ systems17. Neurotoxic exposure and impairment of the chemical senses of taste and smell18. Retinal and visual system: occupational and environmental toxicology19. HearingSection 6 Musculoskeletal disorders20. Mechanical stress21. Low back pain 22. Occupational mononeuropathies in industry23. Upper extremity and neck disorders associated with keyboard and mouse useSection 7 Other neurological disorders and work restriction/accommodation 24. Sleep deprivation due to shift work 25. Headache and migraine: a leading cause of absenteeism26. Considerations for return to work following traumatic brain injury27. The complex region pain syndrome28. Accommodation of workers with chronic neurologic disorders-ADA

O autorze

Marcello Lotti MD is a Professor in the Department of Cardiac Thoracic and Vascular Sciences at the University of Padua Medical School in Italy and the director of the Occupational Medicine Clinic. He received his MD at the University of Padua where he specialized in Occupational Medicine. He worked for several years at the Medical Research Council Toxicology Unit in Carshalton UK and at the University of California San Francisco Medical School, USA. Besides his clinical activities, the focus of his research is on the biochemical mechanisms of neurotoxic disorders occurring at work places and elsewhere, and on environmental pollution. He is the author of more than 200 publications. He was a consultant for several governments and national and international organizations. Dr. Margit L. Bleecker is a recognized leader in the area of Occupational Neurology. She is editor and an author of the textbook, Occupational Neurology and Clinical Neurotoxicology and has published numerous articles covering outcomes with a variety of neurotoxic exposure and disorders associated with mechanical stress in the workplace. Dr. Bleecker has a PhD degree from the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center and a MD degree from the University of California, San Francisco. Following her neurology residency at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, she joined the faculty of The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and remained for 11 years before becoming Director of the Center for Occupational and Environmental Neurology (COEN). At COEN, workers with a variety of neurotoxic exposures including heavy metals, solvents, carbon monoxide, and pesticides are evaluated. Another group of work-related disorders examined are those related to mechanical stress involving upper extremity/neck or low back. Other categories frequently seen are workers with post concussion syndrome or traumatic brain injury and complex regional pain syndrome from workplace injury.

Epidemiological studies have focused on the effects of chronic solvent exposure in the paint manufacturing industry and chronic lead exposure in smelter workers. She has developed programs for detection and intervention of upper extremity/neck disorders associated with mechanical stress in the meat packing and newspaper industries. These medical management programs are tightly integrated with ergonomic interventions to serve as models for prevention, identification and treatment of work related illnesses/injuries associated with ergonomic stressors. She has served on a variety of committees with the Institute of Medicine and National Research Council examining neurobehavioral outcomes with exposure to neurotoxic agents.