Headache disorders : a management guide for practitioners /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Rapoport, Alan M., 1942-
Other Authors: Sheftell, Fred D., 1941-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Philadelphia : Saunders, [1996]
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • Prevalence and impact of headache
  • Diagnosis and classification of headache disorders
  • The changing headache, secondary (organic) headache disorders, and diagnostic testing
  • Pathophysiology of headache
  • The history and physical examination
  • Pharmacological treatment of headache
  • Nonpharmacological measures and physician strategies for improved outcome of therapy
  • Psychiatric aspects of primary headache disorders
  • Emergency room evaluation and treatment
  • Inpatient treatment of primary headache disorders
  • Index.