Medical Care in Down Syndrome: A Preventive Medicine Approach

This reference provides contemporary information on all aspects of Down syndrome, investigating health concerns by age group and by organ system. The text sets out to identify and correct problems before they interrupt developing skills. It includes preventive medical checklists with summaries of appropriate medical intervention
supplies background information about history, genetics and epidemiology
outlines clinical management strategies
establishes guidelines on how to inform parents of the diagnosis and conveys practical suggestions on the handling and care of the infant
and offers a detailed review of the medical literature. Appendices provide information including growth charts and financial checklists.