Clinical Genetics Atlas - (2nd Edition)

Author: Liu Quanzhang
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: This book is primarily compiled based on the author's decades of practical experience in genetic counseling clinics and research, as well as accumulated case materials, in a combination of text and illustrations. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on introducing the fundamental theories of clinical genetics, covering the material basis of genetics and hereditary diseases, the causes of genetic disorders, the classification and main characteristics of various genetic diseases, key points for identifying and diagnosing genetic diseases, recurrence risk calculation, prognosis, as well as feasible preventive measures and guidelines for reproductive health counseling. The second part introduces the clinical features, modes of inheritance, diagnostic and treatment highlights of some major genetic diseases, accompanied by photos of typical cases. The content is comprehensive and the explanations are concise and to the point. This book is suitable for clinical doctors, particularly genetic counseling professionals, as well as genetics teaching and research personnel, and upper-level medical students for study and reference.