Genetic Disorders and the Fetus: Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment 8th Edition (2021) (PDF) by Aubrey Milunsky

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In the newly revised eighth edition of Genetic Disorders and the Fetus, authors and acclaimed medical doctors, Aubrey and Jeff Milunsky, deliver a thorough and comprehensive reference perfect for academicians, students in post-graduate specialization courses, and working medical professionals. This book incorporates the knowledge, wisdom, perspectives, and recommendations from a renowned team of contributing authors, drawing upon their extensive experience in prenatal genetic diagnosis to present the definitive reference work used routinely around the world.

In addition to fundamental information on established prenatal diagnosis and exhaustively referenced coverage of new techniques, you’ll find new chapters on preconception genetic counselling, preimplantation genetic diagnosis, advances in fetal imaging, and gene therapy. Genetic Disorders and the Fetus is authored by a global team of internationally recognized contributors, all of whom are leading voices in the field

The eighth edition also contains:

A thorough discussion of the public policy and ethics of embryo editing, including mitochondrial replacement treatment, and gene patents, prenatal diagnosis, and polygenic disease risk prediction
An exploration of preimplantation genetic diagnosis, pharmacogenetics and prenatal diagnosis, and whole genome sequencing
A treatment of genetic disorders and pharmacologic therapy, including spinal muscular atrophy and fragile X syndrome
A discussion of legal issues, including the fetus as plaintiff and the increasing liability of physicians due to advances in genetics
Perfect for obstetricians, clinical geneticists, molecular and biochemical geneticists, and pediatricians, Genetic Disorders and the Fetus will also earn a place in the libraries of neonatologists, genetics counsellors, ethicists, radiologists, and professionals working in public policy and health departments.

User’s Reviews

From the Inside Flap THE LATEST EDITION OF THE DEFINITIVE RESOURCE ON PRENATAL GENETIC DIAGNOSISThe eighth edition of Genetic Disorders and the Fetus, written and edited by Aubrey and Jeff M. Milunsky, is the major repository of knowledge, guidance, and perspective on the subject. Leading experts from nine countries have shared their vast experience, recommendations, and wisdom in this text with 37 chapters filled with tables, figures, and images. Heavily referenced and used worldwide, this volume will once again prove valuable to obstetricians, clinical and biochemical geneticists, and genetic counselors, neonatologists, pediatricians, radiologists, ethicists, and all interested in pregnancy care, public health, policy, and law.New advances in diagnosis, imaging, fetal surgery, and gene therapy complement the fully updated chapters on all aspects of prenatal and preimplantation genetic diagnosis.Reviews from previous editions:“This is a superb book, both a reference and a resource. . . . An essential book for anyone involved in prenatal diagnosis.” — European Journal of Human Genetics“Belonged with the classic textbooks on the shelf of every geneticist involved in genetic medicine. . . . A major repository of knowledge.”— New England Journal of Medicine“An excellent book . . . Every self-respecting prenatal diagnostic unit should have ready access to it.”— Lancet“Long considered a standard reference in the area of prenatal diagnosis . . . Well-organized, comprehensive resource.”— JAMA“An excellent teaching text. . . . A must for any obstetrics library book shelf.”— Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology –This text refers to the hardcover edition.

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