Focuses on the clinical management of alcoholic liver disease. This book reviews on the following topics: Prevalence and Natural History of ALD; Alcohol Metabolism; Immunology in ALD; Histological Findings in ALD; Diagnosis and Management of Alcoholic Hepatitis; Management of Alcohol Abuse; and Long Term Management of Alcoholic Liver Disease.
Autor:Amy Paller
Clay Cockerell
Mary Maloney
William James
Data wydania:2005
This book covers topics such as: Drug Eruptions from New Drugs; Narrow Band UVB Phototherapy; Light/Laser Therapy of Acne; Advances in the Diagnosis of Cutaneous Adnexal Neoplasms; Adnexal Neoplasia; Melanoma Prognosis; An Update on Epidermolysis Bullosa; Cutaneous Manifestations of Pediatric Malignancy; Therapy of Skin Cancers in Transplant Patients; Genetic Changes in Melanoma; and Chemokines in Skin Biology.
Netter's "Atlas of Human Anatomy" is the most beloved and widely used anatomy atlas in the world. Dr. Netter's phenomenal, classic artwork illuminates anatomy and its relevance to medical practice, giving you a richer appreciation of every structure's clinical significance. This 5th Edition features a stronger clinical focus than ever before, including an online image bank of some of Netter's classic anatomy and pathology illustrations along with many diagnostic imaging examples that capture anatomy the way it is most frequently seen in practice. At our associated website, you can access the selected images and downloads as well as videos from Netter's "3-D Interactive Anatomy".
As the study of embryology continues to be integrated with a range of disciplines, Before We Are Born remains the ideal solution for students who need to quickly learn the basics. Fully updated by the world's foremost embryologists, this medical reference book provides concise guidance on human embryology at every stage of development, utilizing rich illustrations and photographs designed to further explain content.
Each volume in the Early Detection and Treatment of Cancer Series is packed with practical, authoritative information designed to cover the full range of diagnostic procedures, including pathologic, radiologic, bronchoscopic, and surgical aspects. You'll be able to determine the safest, shortest, least invasive way to reach an accurate diagnosis; stage the disease; and choose the best initial treatment for early stages. Based on current evidence in the literature, authors provide clinical, hands-on tools to help you make informed decisions on precisely what tests and imaging studies are needed to diagnose and stage each type of cancer.
Practical, authoritative, and highly-illustrated, this volume in the brand new Early Detection and Treatment of Cancer series covers
Offers a comprehensive review to the topic of Breast Cancer. This issue focuses on the use of PET and PET/CT in the diagnosis, staging, treatment planning, and follow-up for patients with breast cancer. It also includes articles that provide correlates from other imaging modalities.
Autor:Christopher Gostout
Gregory Ginsberg
Ian Norton
Michael Kochman
Data wydania:2005
"Clinical Gastrointestinal Endoscopy" is a brand-new, complete resource that will be essential reading for trainees aiming to become accomplished endoscopists and for experienced endoscopists wishing to acquire expertise in the latest techniques. Edited by an international team consisting of Gregory Ginsberg, Michael Kochman, Ian Norton and Christopher Gostout and written by a group of contributors who are responsible for many of the recent innovations in endoscopic practice, this book offers stunning endoscopic photographs, exquisite step-by-step illustrations and endoscopic video of key scenarios supplied by the appropriate world authority, all available digitally for use in your presentations.
2014 BMA Medical Book Awards Highly Commended in Oncology category!
Adhere to best practices and achieve best outcomes with Clinical Interventional Oncology! Loosely structured around the concept of a "tumor board," this groundbreaking oncology reference delivers a comprehensive arsenal of information on the techniques and treatment protocols surrounding chemoembolizations, tumor ablations, minimally invasive tumor biopsies, and other interventional oncologic procedures. Ideal for all members of the cancer care team, it provides the "how to" guidance you need on the clinical, evidence-based application of each interventional procedure.
Offer your patients the best care. Evidence-based findings and practical tips equip you with the knowledge you need to recommend
"Clinical Neuroanatomy and Neuroscience" by Drs. M. J. T. FitzGerald, Gregory Gruener, and Estomih Mtui, already known as the most richly illustrated book available to help you through the complexity of neuroscience, brings you improved online resources with this updated edition. You'll find the additional content on Student Consult. It includes one detailed tutorial for each chapter, 200 USMLE Step I questions, and MRI 3-plane sequences. With clear visual images and concise discussions accompanying the text's 30 case studies, this reference does an impressive job of integrating clinical neuroanatomy with the clinical application of neuroscience.
Autor:Elizabeth, PhD, MT, CLS PhD, MT, CLS Zeibig
Elizabeth Zeibig
Data wydania:2012
Helps you learn how to perform the clinical procedures needed to collect specimens and obtain diagnostically useful parasitic samples to provide the results for patients. This title features descriptions of look-alike parasites that help you hone your skills and prepare for situations you may encounter in practice.
Autor:Alan Fein
Arunabh Talwar
Virginia Cullen Reichert
Data wydania:2006
From the Preface: Tobacco exposure is known to be a contributing factor for several medical conditions that result in significant direct and indirect costs. The impact of tobacco and its effects on the employee-employer relationship is underappreciated and is one of the focuses of this issue of "Clinics in Environmental & Occupational Medicine". "Clinics in Environmental & Occupational Medicine" provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art reviews by experts in the field provide current, practical information on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the environment or workplace.
Reviews the topic of Common Respiratory Disorders of Childhood. This work offers symptom-based articles addressing respiratory noises, cough, exercise intolerance/dyspnoea, chest pain and chest wall deformity, and recurrent upper and lower respiratory infections.
CONCISE HISTOLOGY, by Leslie P. Gartner, PhD and James L. Hiatt, PhD, thoroughly reviews all the histology knowledge required for the USMLE Step 1 in an easy-access outline format. Designed for students who need to learn a large amount of material in a limited time, it presents key information in a readable, concise manner, accompanied by full-color illustrations that clarify complex concepts. Online access via Student Consult includes an online testing centre providing students with class style tests using electron and photomicrographs, cross referenced to the corresponding sections of the textbook.
Efficiently absorb each topic through a self-contained two-page spread: one page of concise text, and a corresponding page of carefully selected, full-color
Facial plastic surgeons and plastic surgeons increasingly receive requests for reconstructive and enhancement facial surgery to modify features characteristic of non-Caucasian patients. This book covers such topics as: Cultural Preservation of the non-Caucasian Face; Asian Blepharoplasty; and, Facial Implants in the Non-Caucasian Face.
Don't panic! "Crash Course" is here-that perfect set of lecture notes which no student ever really has the time to compile. These books deliver all of the information needed to get through a course or prepare for exams. This title includes: clear text that covers the essential concepts of each discipline or specialty; learning features that expedite mastery of the material; and, review questions that let readers assess their knowledge. With basic science books written by current medical students under faculty supervision, and clinical titles that pair senior specialists with doctors who have only recently begun training in the relevant field, "Crash Course" titles are designed to ideally meet the needs of today's medical students. Plus each of these titles includes
This two-part issue of "Pediatric Clinics of North America" examines Developmental Disabilities. Part II of this issue reviews topics including: Abusive Head Trauma; Cerebral Palsy: Medical Aspects; Cerebral Palsy: Orthopedic Aspects and Rehabilitation; Myelomeningocele; Medical Home and Transition for Children; Team Processes and Team Care for Children with Developmental Disabilities; Dental Care of Children with Developmental Disabilities; Nephrologic Issues in Children with Developmental Disabilities; Pulmonary Care of Children and Adolescents with Developmental Disabilities; Gastrointestinal Care of Children and Adolescents with Developmental Disabilities; Gynecological Care of Adolescents with Developmental Disabilities; Visual Impairment in Children; and, Hearing
This two-part issue of "Pediatric Clinics of North America" examines Developmental Disabilities. Part I of this issue reviews topics including: Global Developmental Delay and Mental Retardation: Conceptualization, Evaluation and Causation; Dysmorphology Examination; Behavioral Phenotypes of Common Genetic Syndromes; Down Syndrome; Clinical Approach to the Diagnosis of Inborn Errors of Metabolism; Autism: Definition, Neurobiology, Screening, and Diagnosis; Autism Spectrum Disorders in Adolescents: Psychosocial Aspects and Management; Learning Disabilities: Definitions, Epidemiology, Diagnoses, and Intervention Strategies; Concepts of Dyslexia in Children; Speech Disorders; and, Use of Psychotropic Medications in Children with Developmental Disabilities.
Rigorously updated, succinct, straightforward and well-illustrated, "Emery's Elements of Medical Genetics" is the perfect resource to help you master the genetics you need to know! Generations of students have appreciated its unique balance of basic science, genetics as applied to medicine, and clinical genetics, making it a favourite among students and lecturers for over 30 years.
Mini Kumar & Clark goes into its fifth edition! New to this best-selling, portable, quick reference to clinical medicine: * Fully updated in line with the latest edition of Kumar & Clark's Clinical Medicine * New chapter on malignant disease * Practical procedures and therapeutics taken into individual chapters as appropriate. From reviews of the previous edition: 'This really is an excellent medical textbook . Easily covers undergraduate medicine.' 'Pocket Essentials is a great little book to review the night before you start on a rotation. It is small enough that you can easily read over the chapter and then appear on the ward with a good idea of what is going on.' 'In short this book is concise, succinct and gets straight to the point.' 'This book summarises
Take image interpreting one step at a time with Essentials of Radiology, the most accessible radiology text on the market for gaining a foothold on the fundamentals. Breathe easy - this reference assumes no prior knowledge of radiology, making it the perfect choice for anyone just starting out in the field. Whether you're a student or resident, you'll appreciate how expert radiologist, Dr. Mettler, masterfully distills all the information you need, in precisely the right way.
Gain a rich understanding of recent advances in the diagnostic imaging of abdominal, pelvic, and retroperitoneal conditions, and take advantage of this text's sharp focus on the most common pathologic entities and rarer life-threatening conditions.
Explore the radiologic evaluation of
For more than 30 years, "Sleisenger and Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease" has been the resource to consult up-to-the-minute knowledge in this fast changing field. Now this best-selling reference returns in an updated edition to keep you at the forefront of today's practice.
