A Handbook of Clinical Genetics

A Handbook of Clinical Genetics focuses on clinical genetics and the growing demand for genetic counseling. This book begins by introducing issues regarding changes in morbidity and mortality; fall in birth rate; advances in technology and treatment; and complex social changes. Other topics covered include genetic and environmental factors in disease; the genetic code; pedigree information; inheritance patterns; genetic counseling; prenatal diagnosis of genetic disease; special problems; and ethical issues and future developments. The last portion of this text is devoted to a glossary of unfamiliar medical terms, list of recommended books for further research and study, and appendices consist of a case on genetic counseling for Down's syndrome. This handbook is suitable for nurses, medical students, and doctors needing an introduction to clinical genetics.

Preface1 Introduction2 Genetic and Environmental Factors in Disease3 The Genetic Code4 Pedigree Information5 Inheritance Patterns6 Genetic Counseling7 Prenatal Diagnosis of Genetic Disease8 Special Problems9 Ethical Issues and Future DevelopmentsGlossaryRecommended BooksAppendix AAppendix B