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  • Current Concepts in Head and Neck Pathology, An Issue of Surgical Pathology Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 4-4
    • Mary S. Richardson
    • Inglés
    Non-neoplastic Lesions of the Oral Cavity; Odontogenic Lesions; Nasal Cavity, Paranasal Sinuses, and Nasopharynx; Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Oral Cavity and Oropharynx; Larynx and Hypopharynx; Salivary Glands; Bone Lesions

  • Advanced Approaches in Echocardiography

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    • 1 Edición
    • Linda Gillam + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Advanced Approaches in Echocardiography- a volume in the exciting new Practical Echocardiography Series edited by Dr. Catherine M. Otto - provides practical, how-to guidance on advanced and challenging echocardiographic techniques such as 3D echo, contrast echo, strain echo, and intracardiac echo. Definitive, expert instruction from Drs. Linda D. Gillam and Catherine M. Otto is presented in a highly visual, case-based approach that facilitates understanding and equips you to master these difficult and cutting-edge modalities. Access the full text online at www.expertconsult.co... along with cases, procedural videos and abundant, detailed figures and tables that show you how to proceed, step by step, and get the best results.

  • Ward's Anaesthetic Equipment

    • 6 Edición
    • Andrew J Davey + 1 más
    • Inglés
    First prize winner, Anesthesia Book Category, British Medical Association 2012 Medical Book Competition Lavishly illustrated by clear line diagrams and photographs, Ward’s Anaesthetic Equipment is a highly accessible single source to aid understanding of the key principles behind equipment function and design. This sixth edition of the classic reference text on anaesthetic equipment is again extensively revised to reflect the very latest advances. Ward’s is an invaluable resource for qualified anaesthetists, as well as essential reading for those in training or approaching examinations such as those of the Primary and Final Fellowship in the UK and Ireland. Trainees in Intensive Care Medicine, anaesthetic assistants, operating department practitioners, electronic and biomedical engineers in hospitals and manufacturers’ representatives will also benefit from this most trusted guide.

  • Echocardiography in Heart Failure

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    • 1 Edición
    • Martin St. John Sutton + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Echocardiography in Heart Failure - a volume in the exciting new Practical Echocardiography Series edited by Dr. Catherine M. Otto - provides practical, how-to guidance on effectively applying echocardiography to evaluate heart failure, make therapeutic decisions, and monitor therapy. Definitive, expert instruction from Drs. Martin St. John Sutton and Denise Wiegers is presented in a highly visual, case-based approach that facilitates understanding and equips you to accurately apply this technique while avoiding any potential pitfalls. Access the full text online at www.expertconsult.co... along with cases, procedural videos, and abundant, detailed figures and tables that show you how to proceed, step by step, and get the best results.

  • Intraoperative Echocardiography

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    • 1 Edición
    • Donald Oxorn
    • Inglés
    Intraoperative Echocardiography - a volume in the exciting new Practical Echocardiography Series edited by Dr. Catherine M. Otto - provides practical, how-to guidance on intraoperative echocardiography in adult and pediatric patients. Definitive, expert instruction from Dr. Donald C. Oxorn is presented in a highly visual, case-based approach that facilitates understanding and equips you to master this difficult technique while overcoming the unique challenges and risks it presents. Access the full text online at www.expertconsult.co... along with cases, procedural videos and abundant, detailed figures and tables that show you how to proceed, step by step, and get the best results.

  • Shoulder Instability: A Comprehensive Approach

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    • 1 Edición
    • Matthew T. Provencher + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Shoulder Instability, by Drs. Mark Provencher and Anthony Romeo, is the first comprehensive resource that helps you apply emerging research to effectively manage this condition using today’s best surgical and non-surgical approaches. Detailed illustrations and surgical and rehabilitation videos clearly demonstrate key techniques like bone loss treatment, non-operative rehabilitation methods, multidirectional instability, and more. You’ll also have access to the full contents online at www.expertconsult.co...

  • Year Book of Medicine 2011

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 2011
    • Nancy M. Khardori
    • Inglés

  • Year Book of Gastroenterology 2011

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 2011
    • Nicholas J. Talley
    • Inglés
    The Year Book of Gastroenterology brings you abstracts of the articles that reported the year's breakthrough developments in gastroenterology, carefully selected from more than 500 journals worldwide. Expert commentaries evaluate the clinical importance of each article and discuss its application to gastroenterology practice. The full spectrum of gastroenterology is covered, with articles selected devoted to the esophagus, bowels, pancreas, anorectum, and liver, as well as important disease states like hepatitis, IBD, and all cancers.

  • Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, An Issue of Surgical Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 91-6
    • Shanu Kothari
    • Inglés
    A comprehensive review of bariatric and metabolic surgery for the general surgery! Topics include: The obesity epidemic/economic impact and diabetes epidemic/economic impact, physiology of obesity/diabetes, physiology of weight loss surgery, history of bariatric surgery, laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, sleeve gastrectomy, biliopancreatic diversion/duodenal switch, laparoscopic gastric bypass, complications of laparoscopic adjustable gastric binding, complications of laparoscopic gastric bypass, outcomes/comparative effectiveness studies, co-morbidity reduction data, economic impact of bariatric surgery, adolescent bariatric surgery, revisional bariatric surgery, the future of bariatric surgery, and more!

  • Biologic Response Modifiers in Infectious Diseases, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 25-4
    • Nancy M. Khardori
    • Inglés
    Biologic response modifiers (BRMs) are substances that stimulate the body's response to infection and disease. The body naturally produces small amounts of these substances. Scientists can produce some of them in the laboratory in large amounts for use in treating infections and other diseases. This issue reviews the use of BRMs to treat infectious diseases as well as the infectious complications of BRMs used to treat non-infectious diseases. Articles on vaccines, antibodies, interferon, and other substances are included.

  • Advances in the Management of Benign Esophageal Diseases, An Issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 21-4
    • Blair A. Jobe
    • Inglés
    Benign esophageal diseases are common problems treated by thoracic surgeons. This issue includes articles on the diagnosis and management of several motility and reflux disorders that are considered benign, with an emphasis on the use of cutting-edge technology.

  • Parasomnias, An Issue of Sleep Medicine Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 6-4
    • Mark Pressman
    • Inglés
    Parasomnias can be roughly divided into Non-REM disorders and REM disorders, and this issue covers much of what is known today on the diagnosis and treatment of various types of parasomnias. Articles examine disorders such as sleepwalking, sleep sex, sleep violence, sleep eating, and diagnostic methods of these. The issue also delves into forensic concerns, especially with regard to sleep violence. Other types of parasomnias discussed include sleep talking and sleep enuresis.

  • Lung Cancer, An Issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 32-4
    • Lynn T. Tanoue + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Carcinoma of the lung is one of the most prevalent and aggressive types of cancer, and rates of lung cancer are on the rise. This issue gives a comprehensive review of the most recent advances in Lung Cancer. Epidemiology, etiology, and prevention of lung cancer is first discussed, followed by articles on pre-invasive evaluation and management, screening, pathology and molecular biology. There is an article on the approach to the ground glass nodule. Of great importance is the revised staging classification of Lung Cancer, which is discussed here in detail. Articles on PET imaging, interventional pulmonary, and functional evaluation before Lung Resection are also included. The issue then focuses on advances in treatment for early stage lung cancer, high risk patients with early stage lung cancer, advances in the treatment of Advanced Stage Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer, and gene therapy for lung neoplasms.

  • Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia, An Issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics of North America

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 25-5
    • Daniel DeAngelo
    • Inglés
    Dr. DeAngelo has assembled top experts to write state-of-the art reviews on the management of chronic myelogenous leukemia. Some of the articles that will be of most interest to readers include: Hurdles Toward a Cure for CML: The CML Stem Cell; The biology of CML progression: Who, what, where, and why?; Chronic Myeloid Leukemia – Mechanisms of Resistance and Treatment; BCR-ABL mutations in CML; Selection of therapy: Rational Decisions Based on Molecular Events; Chronic myelogenous leukemia: Role of stem cell transplant in the Imatinib era; Portal Vein Thrombosis and Budd Chiari Syndrome.

  • Lyphadenctomy in Urologic Oncology: Indications, Controversies, and Complications, An Issue of Urologic Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 38-4
    • Reza Ghavamian
    • Inglés
    This volume of the Urologic Clinics covers the indications, controversies, and complications of Lymphadenectomy in Urologic Oncology. Cancer of the prostate, bladder, testicles, and kidney are covered, along with new imaging modalities and complications of open and minimally invasive lymphadenectomy.

  • Left Ventricular Assist Devices, An Issue of Cardiology Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 29-4
    • John A. Elefteriades + 1 más
    • Inglés
    A left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is a surgically implanted pump that helps the left ventricle pump blood to the rest of the body. The purpose of this issue is to let cardiologists know about the latest devices, their complications, and the clinical situations in which they are most beneficial.

  • Youth Sports Concussions, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 22-4
    • Stanley A. Herring + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Epidemiology of Sports Concussions, Pathophysiology of Concussion in Youth, On the Field Identification and Sideline Management of Concussion, Return to Play Decisions, Diagnosis of Concussion: The Role of Imaging Now and In Future, Use of Neuropsychological Examinations, Subacute Management of Concussion Related Symptoms, Long Term Consequences: Effects on Normal Development Profile After Concussion, School and the Concussed Youth, Community Response to Concussion: Legislative Updates, Best Practices in Concussion Education and PreventionEpidemiolo... of Sports Concussions, Pathophysiology of Concussion in Youth, On the Field Identification and Sideline Management of Concussion, Return to Play Decisions, Diagnosis of Concussion: The Role of Imaging Now and In Future, Use of Neuropsychological Examinations, Subacute Management of Concussion Related Symptoms, Long Term Consequences: Effects on Normal Development Profile After Concussion, School and the Concussed Youth, Community Response to Concussion: Legislative Updates, Best Practices in Concussion Education and Prevention

  • Electroencefalografía del adulto

    Atlas bilingüe español-inglés basado en casos clínicos
    • 1 Edición
    • Jorge Iriarte Franco + 3 más
    • Español
    Atlas bilingüe español-inglés, con la presentación de los EEG en dos montajes, con una breve presentación del paciente. El objetivo de la obra es homogeneizar la terminología y conocer los términos en inglés, ya que estos especialistas frecuentemente se nutren de referencias en inglés. Plantea una breve historia clínica del caso, se formula una pregunta y se concluye con una respuesta al final de cada caso, con marcas en el propio EEG para ver la anomalía.

  • Imaging of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors, An Issue of Radiologic Clinics of North America

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 49-6
    • Scott Stacy
    • Inglés
    This issue of Radiologic Clinics updates the reader with the latest clinical information on the imaging of bone and soft-tissue tumors. An article on how to approach patients with bone lesions leads off the issue followed by reviews of analysis of solitary lesions of bone, imaging of benign bone tumors, imaging of primary malignant bone tumors, and imaging of hematopoietic tumors and metastases involving bone. Soft tissue tumors are also reviewed in articles from the clinician’s perspective and with the use of MRI. The use of MRI in the imaging of children with soft tissue masses is also covered. Articles on mimics of bone and soft tissue tumors, biopsy and intervention, post-therapy imaging, and advanced MRI techniques round out the issue.

  • Functional Hand Reconstruction, An Issue of Clinics in Plastic Surgery

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 38-4
    • Michael W. Neumeister
    • Inglés
    Acute Trauma; Toe to Hand Transfers; Functioning Muscle Transfers; The Stiff Joint; Contracture Release; Secondary Flexor Tendon Reconstruction; Tendon Transfer; Nerve Reconstruction; Current Status of Brachial Plexus Reconstruction; Treatment of Non-union and Mal-union Following Hand Fractures; Rheumatoid Hand Reconstruction; Intrinsic Flaps of the Hand; Reconstruction of the Ischemic Hand; Joint Reconstruction in the Hand; Reconstruction of the Hand with Wide-Awake Surgery

  • Neuroimaging Tropical Disease, An Issue of Neuroimaging Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 21-4
    • Rakesh K. Gupta
    • Inglés
    Diseases once believed to be confined to the tropics, such as parasitic, mycobacterial, fungal, bacterial, and viral infections are still a major cause of mortality and moribidity in the tropics, yet can affect the developed world in an era of increased global travel and migration. Neuroimaging technique developments over the last several decades have helped clinicians better understand and diagnose these conditions. Experts from tropical countries share their experiences regarding tropical disorders, some of which are rare in the western world, but possible to appear in patients and not readily recognized by specialists not familiar with these diseases. Topics in this issue include: Relevance of neuroimaging in the diagnosis and management of tropical neurologic disorders; Pathology of Tropical Diseases; Viral Infections of the Central Nervous System; Central Nervous System Tuberculosis; Parasitic diseases of nervous system; Neuroimaging in Post-infectious Demyelination and Nutritional Disorders of the Central Nervous System; CNS Fungal Infections in the Tropics; Neuroimaging Epilepsy in the Tropics; Neuroimaging in Cranio-Vertebral Anomalies as seen in Tropics; Vascular Brain Pathologies; Neurobrucellosis; Hirayama Disease; Transverse Myelitis; and Pyomyositis.

  • Ophthalmic Ultrasonography

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    • 1 Edición
    • Arun D. Singh + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Written by and for ophthalmologists and ophthalmic ultrasound technicians, Ophthalmic Ultrasonography -- by Arun D. Singh, MD and Brandy C. Hayden, BSc, ROUB -- provides all the guidance you need to make optimal use of this imaging technique to evaluate diabetes-related ocular disorders, cataracts, macular degeneration, and much more. Its unparalleled image collection and detailed video clips capture the characteristic ultrasound presentation of a full range of ocular disorders. An easily searchable, atlas-style format and online access to the complete text at www.expertconsult.co... make this the perfect "how-to" guide for honing your skills and obtaining accurate diagnoses!

  • Pulmonary Diseases, An Issue of Medical Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 95-6
    • Ali I. Musani
    • Inglés
    This issue of Medical Clinics of North America provides general internists with the most essential timely information for the diagnosis and treatment of the pulmonary diseases that they see regularly. Topics covered include lung cancer, pleural diseases, interstitial lung disease, interventional pulmonology, asthma, chronic obstructive lung disease, community-acquired pneumonia, eosinophilic lung diseases, hypoventilation syndromes, pulmonary embolism and pulmonary hypertension, and sarcoidosis.

  • Telehealth in Otolaryngology, An Issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 44-6
    • Michael Holtel
    • Inglés
    The far reach of telehealth for patients living in remote areas, in areas isolated by war, and those who cannot travel is quickly becoming a practical and efficient way to practice medicine. Otolaryngologists and other physicians wishing to become familiar with the role of telehealth in diagnosis and treatment of patients will find topics in this publication that include: Teleconsultation in Neuro-otology; Telehealth and Humanitarian Partnerships in Otolaryngology; Successful Models for Tele-otolaryngology; Consumer Directed Telehealth; Remote Audiology; Remote Management of Voice and Swallowing Disorders; Robotics and Tele-Surgery in Otolaryngology; Training and Simulation in Otolaryngology; Cell Phones in Telehealth; The Alaska Experience: Impact of Telehealth in Treating Ear Disease in Alaska; Legal issues and Licensing; Future prospects of Teleotolaryngology

  • Liver Transplant: Reaching the half century, An Issue of Clinics in Liver Disease

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 15-4
    • Paul Martin + 1 más
    • Inglés
    World-renown expert, Dr. Paul Martin, has assembled an impressive list of authors to update the important topic of orthotopic liver transplantation. The issue provides comprehensive clinical coverage on this topics as articles are focused from the care of the pre-transplant patient to the care of the post-transplant patient. Content also covers the following topics: Transplantation for Hepatocellular Carcinoma; Transplantation for Cholangiocarcinoma; Management of Renal Dysfunction in Liver Transplant Patients; Expanded Donors in Liver Transplantation; Current Status of Liver Transplantation for HBV; MELD: End of the First Decade; and Management of Recurrent HCV Infection.

  • Pediatric Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: A Focus on Prevention and Treatment in the Young Athlete, An Issue of Clinics in Sports Medicine

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 30-4
    • Theodore J. Ganley
    • Inglés
    In this issue of Clinics in Sports Medicine, Dr. Theodore Ganley and colleagues will discuss a wide range of topics in sports medicine pertaining specifically to children and adolescents. Articles will include topics on tibial spine fractures, partial ACL injuries, treatment algorithms based on skeletal maturity, proprioceptive training, preventing injuries by avoiding overtraining and burnout, rehabilitation, and more.

  • Dermatopathology, An Issue of Clinics in Laboratory Medicine

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 31-2
    • Stephen D. Billings
    • Inglés
    Topics in this issue include: Dysplastic nevi; Congenital pattern nevi; Special site nevi (acral, genital, etc.); Blue nevi and related entities (deep penetrating, combined, epithelioid melanocytoma, etc); Spitz nevi, atypical Spitz nevi and Spitzoid melanoma; Desmoplastic/spindle cell melanoma; Nevoid melanoma; Acral melanoma; Assessment of margins in sun-damaged skin; Sentinel lymph node biopsy in melanoma; and Molecular biology of melanocytic tumors.

  • 3-D Imaging Technologies for Facial Plastic Surgery, An Issue of Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 19-4
    • John Pallanch
    • Inglés
    A global pool of surgeons and researchers using 3-dimensional imaging for facial plastic surgery present topics on: Image fusion in pre-operative planning; The use of 3D imaging tools including stereolithographic modeling and intraoperative navigation for maxillo-mandibular and complex orbital reconstruction; Custom-made, three-dimensional, intraoperative surgical guides for nasal reconstruction; The benefits and limits of using an integrated 3D virtual approach for maxillofacial surgery; 3D volume assessment techniques and computer-aided design and manufacturing for pre-operative fabrication of implants in head and neck reconstruction; A comparison of different new 3D imaging technologies in facial plastic surgery; 3-D photography in the objective analysis of volume augmentation including fat augmentation and dermal fillers; Assessment of different rhinoplasty techniques by overlay of before and after 3D images; 3D volumetric analysis of combined facial lifting and volumizing (volume enhancement); 3-D facial measurements and perceptions of attractiveness; Teaching 3-D sculpting to Facial Plastic Surgeons, 3-D insights on aesthetics; Creation of the virtual patient for the study of facial morphology; 3-dimensional video analysis of facial movement; 3D modeling of the behavior of facial soft tissues for understanding facial plastic surgery interventions

  • Madrid. Museo de la Medicina

    El oficio médico a través del arte y la historia de la ciudad
    • 1 Edición
    • Fernando López-Ríos Fernández
    • Español
    El objetivo de los autores de esta original obra es que sea una guía de la historia médica de la ciudad de Madrid, que sirva tanto a los médicos como a lectores ajenos a esta profesión, a través de un magnífico trabajo de investigación y documentación, apoyado en una iconografía de gran calidad, recopilada por los propios autores. El libro se ha diseñado como un recorrido a través de las salas imaginarias de un museo. Sigue un orden cronológico, atendiendo a las distintas generaciones históricas de la Medicina en Madrid.

  • Manual de otorrinolaringología infantil

    • 1 Edición
    • Pilar Navarro Paule + 2 más
    • Español
    Obra que aborda las distintas patologías otorrinolaringológic... que afectan al paciente pediátrico. Su objetivo es proporcionar al especialista, tanto al otorrinolaringólogo como al pediatra, los conocimientos necesarios para mejorar el pronóstico, el diagnóstico y tratamiento de este tipo de enfermedades. El contenido de la obra se distribuye en 5 grandes bloques de contenido: patología del oído, faringe, laringe y tráquea, patología de la nariz y cuello. Este libro incluye un acceso web en el que el usuario podrá acceder a las imágenes a color de la obra, 10 preguntas de autoevaluacion por capítulo y un total de 15 casos clínicos.

  • Pediatric Endocrinology, An Issue of Pediatric Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 58-5
    • Robert Rapaport
    • Inglés
    The articles in this issue give an overview of current issues facing the diagnosis and treatment of diseases involving endocrinology and metabolism. Dr. Rapaport has compiled experts in this field to write state-of-the art clinical reviews on newborn screening, congenital hypothyroidism, neonatal endocrinology, obesity, and the metabolic syndrome in pediatrics. Also included are articles devoted to growth issues, gonadal disorders, and diabetes as well as initiatives to prevent it.

  • Vascular Ultrasound, An Issue of Ultrasound Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 6-4
    • Deborah J. Rubens + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Ultrasound is used frequently as the modality of choice for vascular imaging. It’s unique ability to demonstrate blood flow make it particularly effective. Reviewed in this issue are the US applications in the imaging of the heart, kidneys, and liver. Also covered are imaging of US for imaging of the carotid artery and in deep vein thrombosis. Lastly an article highlighting ways to optimize Doppler US is included.

  • Year Book of Oncology 2011

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 2011
    • Robert J. Arceci
    • Inglés

  • Atlas of Nuclear Cardiology: Imaging Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease

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    • 1 Edición
    • Ami E. Iskandrian + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Atlas of Nuclear Cardiology provides detailed guidance on how to and how not to perform imaging studies so you can get the best image quality and avoid artifacts. Ami E. Iskandrian and the editorial team responsible for Braunwald’s Heart Disease bring you the most clinically relevant, case-based, evidence-based, practical, and contemporary atlas of nuclear cardiology. High-quality, full-color images ensure that you get the possible results.

  • Advances in Anesthesia, 2011

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 2011
    • Thomas M. McLoughlin
    • Inglés

  • Current Concepts in Soft Tissue Pathology, An Issue of Surgical Pathology Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 4-3
    • Elizabeth A Montgomery
    • Inglés
    Clinically accessible information for pathologists on histology, molecular pathology, differential diagnosis, and clinical overview is presented. Common and rare entities are covered with an abundance of images to highight key features.Topics for pathologists covering soft tissue pathology include: Soft Tissue Pseudosarcomas; Spindle cell sarcomas; Myofibroblastoma, Myofibroma and Myopericytoma; Peripheral nerve sheath tumors; Clear cell lesions; Primitive round cell neoplasms; Plexiform neoplasms; Myxoid neoplasms; Epithelioid lesions; Lesions featuring giant cells; Gastrointestinal tract mesenchymal lesions; Liposarcomas

  • Dacie and Lewis Practical Haematology

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    • 11 Edición
    • Barbara J. Bain + 3 más
    • Inglés
    "Highly Commended," Internal Medicine Category, British Medical Association 2012 Medical Book Competition

  • Neurorhinology: Complex Lesions, An Issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 44-5
    • Richard J. Harvey
    • Inglés
    The skull base is a meeting point for anatomical regions, surgical specialties, and surgical philosophies. Skull base surgery is a dynamic subspecialty and the last decade has witnessed the application of endoscopic techniques to the ventral skull base using an endonasal corridor. The transition from external approaches to an endonasal corridor has not been without controversy. In this volume, we explore the nascent field of neurorhinology, a term that emphasizes the multidisciplinary collaboration between neurosurgeons and rhinologic head and neck surgeons. Authors have applied evidence-based medicine techniques to critically evaluate the literature and attempt to answer some of the most important clinical questions. This second of two volumes focuses on the more complex lesions seen by Otolaryngologists in neurorhinology and includes a discussion of training in neurorhinology. Topics include: Diseases of the odontoid and craniovertebral junction with management by endoscopic approaches; Cholesterol granuloma of petrous apex; Carotid artery injury following endonasal surgery; Sinonasal malignancy; Endoscopic nasopharyngectomy and its role in managing locally recurrent nasopharyngeal carcinoma; Skull base chordomas; Proton role in chordoma; Functional Outcomes for endoscopic and open skull base surgery: an evidence-based review; Training in Neurorhinology

  • Lung Cancer, An Issue of Surgical Oncology Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 20-4
    • Mark J. Krasna
    • Inglés
    In this issue of Surgical Oncology Clinics of North America, Guest Editor Mark Krasna and colleagues discuss a wide range of topics devoted to lung cancer. Articles focus on pathology; updated staging systems; epidemiology of lung cancer - smoking, second hand smoke, and genetics; molecular markers for incidence, prognosis, and response to therapy; screening; diagnostic work-up; non-invasive staging techniques; surgical resection; the role of surgery following induction therapy for stage III NSCLC; the role of adjuvant chemotherapy in NSCLC (stages I-III); and much more.

  • Autoimmune Blistering Diseases, Part II - Diagnosis and Management, An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 29-4
    • Dédée F. Murrell
    • Inglés
    Part II of Dr. Murrell’s issue devoted to Autoimmune Blistering Diseases focuses on the management of these conditions along with drug treatment, complications, and the treatment of AIBD around the world. Articles include corticosteroid use in AIBD, AIBD management in pregnancy, prevention of opportunistic infections, and therapeutic approaches to patients with mucous membrane pemphigoid, as well as AIBD management in France, Iran, the United States and other countries.

  • Lumbar Intervertebral Disc Degeneration, An Issue of Orthopedic Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 42-4
    • Dino Samartzis + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Epidemiology of Lumbar Intervertebral Disc Degeneration, Structure and Biology of the Intervertebral Disc in Health and Disease, Nutrition of the Intervertebral Disc, The Endplate and Its Relevance with Intervertebral Disc Degeneration, Genetic Risk Factors in Intervertebral Disc Degeneration, Biomechanics of Intervertebral Disc Degeneration, Diagnostic Tools and Imaging Methods in Intervertebral Disc Degeneration, An Overview of the Management of Degenerative Disc Disease, Adjacent Level Disc Disease – Is it Really a Fusion Disease? Prosthetic Total Disc Replacement, Stem Cell Regeneration of the Intervertebral Disc, Gene Therapy for Intervertebral Disc Degeneration, Tissue Engineering for Intervertebral Disc Degeneration, Emerging Technologies for Molecular Therapy for Intervertebral Disc Degeneration, Intervertebral Disc Transplantation

  • Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding, An Issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 21-4
    • COL. Roy K.H. Wong
    • Inglés
    This group of international experts on gastrointestinal bleeding have written state-of-the art reviews on the overall approach to gastrointestinal bleeding. Endoscopists will find in this issue coverage of the endoscopic, surgical and pharmacologic therapies as well as competency and sedation issues. Other articles focus on the epidemiology, pathology, and the prevalence and incidence of H. Pylori in upper gastrointestinal bleeding.

  • Procedures in Phlebotomy

    • 4 Edición
    • John C. Flynn
    • Inglés
    Introducing the practices and procedures of phlebotomy, Procedures in Phlebotomy, 4th Edition provides easy-to-read guidelines for both basic and special phlebotomy techniques. It describes proper procedures for venipuncture, special collection procedures, and pediatric and geriatric considerations, and addresses essential topics such as infection control, OSHA guidelines, and anatomy and physiology. It also discusses professional issues such as interpersonal communication, department management, total quality, and medical-legal topics. Written by expert phlebotomy educator John C. Flynn, Jr., this edition includes more in-depth content, a new chapter on medical terminology, new case studies, and a practice exam that prepares you for the phlebotomy certification exam.

  • Epilepsy Surgery:The Emerging Field of Neuromodulation, An Issue of Neurosurgery Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 22-4
    • Edward F. Chang + 1 más
    • Inglés
    In this issue of Neurosurgery Clinics, Drs. Chang and Barbaro provide a thorough look at epilepsy, with sections focusing on devices in epilepsy surgery, open loop systems, closed loop systems, and non-stimulation. Topics in this issue include history and overview of stimulation for epilepsy, trigeminal nerve stimulation, anterior thalamus DBS, hippocampal stimulation, neuropace RNS, seizure detection/prediction algorithms, cooling, seizure prediction and its applications, stimulation paradigms, and experimental stimulation.

  • Valoración del Daño Corporal. Pares craneales. Médula espinal. Sistema nervioso periférico

    • 1 Edición
    • César Borobia Fernández
    • Español
    Sexto volumen de la serie de 'Valoración del daño corporal. Medicina de los seguros' en la que se lleva a cabo una revisión completa de estos procesos, de una forma práctica y novedosa para su correcta aplicación, y desglosando esta valoración por apartados o sistemas anatómicos. La obra consta de siete partes que versan sobre la anatomía, los órganos de la visión, la otorrinolaringología... la cara y boca, la médula espinal, las lesiones de los plexos y de los nervios periféricos. Se trata de una obra de gran utilidad que ofrece las nociones de derecho necesarias para emplazarse en el contexto legal donde desarrollar su labor, así como contenidos actualizados en materia clínica y pericial.

  • Conducting and Interpreting Clinical Trials in Heart Failure, An Issue of Heart Failure Clinics

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 7-4
    • Mona Fiuzat + 1 más
    • Inglés
    This issue of Heart Failure Clinics is dedicated to an in-depth analysis of the conduct of clinical investigation in patients with acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF). It tackles the difficult questions involved in patient population, trial conduct, surrogate endpoints, clinical endpoints, and statistical considerations. The purpose of the issue is to provide information that will be meaningful and useful to help physicians in thinking about the design of clinical trials in this field.

  • Gastroenterology, An Issue of Primary Care Clinics in Office Practice

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 38-3
    • James Winger + 1 más
    • Inglés
    This issue covers topics critical to a primary care physician such as: Gastroesophageal Reflux, Peptic Ulcer Disease, Selected Disorders of Absorption, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Screening for Cancerous and Pre-cancerous Conditions of the Colon, Approach to the Jaundiced Patient, Primary Care of Chronic Liver Disease, Primary Care of the Hepatic Transplant Patient, Gastrointestinal Aspects of Obesity Management, Chronic Pancreatitis and Chronic Exocrine Insufficiency, and Acute Infectious Diarrhea.

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    • 1 Edición
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    • Marc Altshuler
    • Inglés
    This issue covers important topics to any primary care physician such as: Immunology for the primary care physician, Routine pediatric immunization, special cases in pediatrics, Routine adult immunization, special cases in adult vaccination, Foreign born individuals, Travel medicine, Immunoglobulins, Pandemic illness/flu , Future vaccine development, clinical trials, immunization and cancer prevention/treatment... Ethics of vaccination refusal, Vaccine administration: Rules and regulations, and Keeping current with vaccine recommendations

  • Year Book of Vascular Surgery 2011

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 2011
    • Gregory L. Moneta
    • Inglés

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    • Volumen 27-4
    • Vincent Morelli + 1 más
    • Inglés
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