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 combined text-and-image format. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on introducing the fundamental theories of clinical genetics, covering the material basis of heredity and genetic disorders, the causes of genetic diseases, the classification and main characteristics of various genetic diseases, key points for identification and diagnosis, risk calculation for recurrence, and prognosis, as well as feasible preventive measures and principles for reproductive health guidance. 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 detailed and concise. This book is suitable for clinical doctors, particularly those working in genetic counseling, as well as genetic teaching and research personnel, and upper-level medical students for study and reference.