Nervous System Disorders: Causes, Diagnosis and Management

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The structural, electrical and biochemical abnormalities in the brain, spinal cord and other nerves of the nervous system are referred to as nervous system disorders. The nervous system is made up of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and ganglia. The most common causes of these disorders include genetic disorder, congenital abnormalities, infections, nerve and spinal cord injury. The major symptoms of nervous system disorders are paralysis, muscle weakness, loss of sensation and altered levels of consciousness. A neurological examination is performed to recognize the type of neurological disorder. Nervous system disorders are categorized on the basis of the primary location affected, the cause and type of dysfunction involved in them. This book provides comprehensive insights into nervous system disorders. It presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for graduate and post graduate students.