Occupational Neurology

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, François 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 workplaceDetails the latest science as the foundation for neurotoxicity diagnosis and treatmentPresents coverage of the diagnosis and treatment essential for clinical neurologists and occupational medicine specialists

Section 1 Introduction 1. Principles and practice of occupational neurology: an overview 2. Evaluating suspected work-related neurological disorders (clinical diagnosis) 3. Neuropsychological evaluation and exposure to neurointoxicants 4. Exposure assessment for chemical and physical agents 5. The mechanisms of neurotoxicity and the selective vulnerability of nervous system sites Section 2 Neurobehavioral disorders associated with exposure to neurointoxicants 6. Occupation and the risk of developing a chronic toxic leukoencephalopathy 7. Neurotoxicity of solvents 8. Hydrogen sulfide intoxication 9. The neurotoxicity of organochlorine and pyrethroid pesticides 10. Organophosphate and Carbamate Insecticide Poisoning 11. Neurotoxicity of metals 12. Carbon monoxide intoxication Section 3 Movement disorders (Parkinsonism or other movement disorders) 13. Extrapyramidal system neurotoxicity: animal models 14. Occupational exposures and parkinsonism 15. Tremor secondary to neurotoxic exposure: mercury, lead, solvents, pesticides Section 4 Toxic neuropathies 16. Clinical descriptions of toxic neuropathies Section 5 Special sensory organ systems 17. Neurotoxic exposure and impairment of the chemical senses of taste and smell 18. Retinal and visual system: occupational and environmental toxicology 19. Hearing Section 6 Musculoskeletal disorders 20. Mechanical stress 21. Low back pain 22. Occupational mononeuropathies in industry 23. Upper extremity and neck disorders associated with keyboard and mouse use Section 7 Other neurological disorders and work restriction/accommodation 24. Sleep deprivation due to shift work 25. Headache and migraine: a leading cause of absenteeism 26. Considerations for return to work following traumatic brain injury 27. The complex region pain syndrome 28. Accommodation of workers with chronic neurologic disorders-ADA