{"product_id":"forensic-neuropathology-jan-e-leestma-9781439887509","title":"Forensic Neuropathology","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe field of forensic neuropathology covers such controversial topics as the effects of repeated brain trauma in football players and how babies probably cannot die from being shaken. Jan Leestma is one of the most respected voices in this area. A timely update to his classic reference, \u003cb\u003eForensic Neuropathology: Third Edition \u003c\/b\u003epresents an encyclopedic exposition of neuropathological conditions that may have forensic import.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReflecting the latest research, this edition includes expanded sections on multiple trauma, one punch\/one hit arterial injuries, and the physiology of respiratory control. It presents new perspectives and rules regarding expert testimony and evidence admissibility occasioned by \u003ci\u003eDaubert \u003c\/i\u003eand related Supreme Court cases. The book explores how these rulings affect forensic pathologists, neuropathologists, and other potential experts as well as how they interact with the legal system. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeveral chapters examine the mechanisms and pathophysiology of neuropathological conditions and discuss the biomechanical basis for neurological injury. Where possible, aging and dating methodology is included for various processes. More than 325 updated full-color illustrations complement the text along with diagrams, tables, and figures that illustrate the textual material and can be useful as exhibits in court. An extensive bibliography provides background information and facilitates further research. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jan E. Leestma\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1439887500\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781439887509\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e CRC Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/23\/2014\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 812\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.00lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.10h x 7.30w x 1.30d","brand":"Jan E. Leestma","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":48088279089407,"sku":"9781439887509","price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_dbdfb507-4a24-4229-b268-812dfe55c209.jpg?v=1769104026","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/forensic-neuropathology-jan-e-leestma-9781439887509","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}