The Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders and Birth Defects

Containing over 600 entries in an encyclopaedic format, this volume aims to explain all statistically significant genetic conditions and birth defects. For each disorder historical data is given along with the possible prognosis and the availability of pre-natal detection.

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This encyclopaedia provides data and qualified clinical information on genetic disorders. It is reckoned that one in ten babies born throughout the world suffer a genetic disease or birth defect, and, if so-called "late-onset" genetic disorders are counted, six in ten can be considered to suffer from some form of genetically-influenced disorder. The encyclopaedia's aim is to provide concise information in A to Z format for practitioners, researchers and concerned individuals alike. It covers all statistically significant afflictions, their original identification and "history", information on prognosis, availability of prenatal detection, biochemical and molecular bases, discussion of the various diagnostic and screening techniques and data on risk groups and mutogenic agents. All the genetic terminology necessary for a full understanding of the subject is defined, and each entry reflects contemporary published research in its field.