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Completely updated by expert authors from leading pediatric institutions, this pocket-sized handbook for medical students and residents covers the diagnosis and management of common problems found in children, focusing on symptoms, differential diagnosis, laboratory assessment, and various treatment options for each problem.

This is a concise and updated review of prostate cancer pathologic diagnosis with emphasis on practical issues and recent developments in the field. Each chapter addresses the basic diagnostic features, differential diagnoses, pitfalls and ways to resolve the problem. Additionally, a brief introduction of prostate cancer screening, clinical management and treatment are summarized. Recent development of immunohistochemistry, molecular testing in the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment are also reviewed. Finally, current knowledge of molecular alteration of prostate cancer carcinogenesis and impact in diagnosis and treatment are discussed.

This book is geared toward cardiologists, trainees, and housestaff - anyone who rotates or practices in the CCU - who must grasp the subtleties when treating patients in a cardiac care unit. It is organized in a way to help you understand the simplified pathophysiology of the disease, the diagnosis modalities, the initial critical care management in the CCU, the clinical care in a step down unit and plan for discharge therapy. Dr. Herzog has developed unified pathways for the management of patients presenting with acute chest pain or its equivalent, acute heart failure, atrial fibrillation and flutter, syncope, cardiac arrest, hypertension and hyperglycemia. Algorithms and pathways for management are provided in each chapter for easy implementation in any health care system. In addition, because specialized units are frightening to the patients and their families, there is a section in each chapter on what the patient and family need to know, that encompasses a capsulated explanation of the condition and treatment management. A companion website accompanies the text that includes fully searchable text and patient information.

The fifth edition of the "Manual of Allergy and Immunology" is designed to serve health care professionals in the diagnosis and management of allergic and other immunological disorders. The manual presents the basic and essential material and provides specific information to assist in clinical decision-making and treatment planning. The specialist will find this manual a convenient reference handbook, while the generalist will be able to use the Manual as a helpful guide in formulating a diagnostic and therapeutic approach to patients suspected of having an allergic or immunologic disorder. Students, house officers, and other health care professionals will find the Manual a useful guide to the clinical practice of allergy and immunology. New for this edition: additional tables provide extensive data for basic and clinical understanding; increased use of algorithms to help provide quick diagnosis; references include both published literature and authoritative; internet resources for more extensive discussion of each subject; and therapeutic recommendations are consistent with current evidence-based guidelines to provide the latest information. It uses the familiar "Lippincott Manual" outline format to organize information and save time in looking up information.

This book is a practical, concise alternative to existing neurology textbooks. The outline format and standard chapter template offers the reader immediate, comprehensive information. The author is a well-respected educator who has a talent for making neurologic information accessible and understandable. Significant changes have been made to the therapeutics/management portion of the book as well as specific diagnosis-related chapters have been updated. More tables and figures allow the reader to find the information quickly. This book sits between a handbook and a textbook and distinguishes itself in its presentation of material in a problem-oriented format: 35 chapters discuss how to approach the patient with a variety of disorders; the second half of the book discusses treatment options.

"The Washington Manual of Nephrology Subspecialty Consult" has been thoroughly updated and covers inpatient and outpatient management of nephrology with the same clinical practicality as the widely-popular "Washington Manual [trademark] of Medical Therapeutics". It has been written by the residents, fellows, and attending physicians of the distinguished Washington University School of Medicine and is tailored for residents performing inpatient consults, students working on an inpatient medicine service, and specialists seeking fast-access information on the management of common renal diseases. Organized for quick and easy access to information, this handbook includes sections on general approaches to kidney disease, electrolyte and acid-base disorders, acute kidney injury and continuous renal replacement, causes of kidney disease, pregnancy and nephrolithiasis, and chronic kidney disease. Appendices include dosing adjustments for antimicrobials and antiretrovirals and a listing of red flag drugs that may cause renal impairment. Don't miss the other key topics in "The Washington Manual [trademark Subspecialty Consult Series": Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, Gastroenterology, Hematology and Oncology. Infectious Disease, Rheumatology. "The Washington Manual [trademark]" is a registered mark belonging to Washington University in St. Louis to which international legal protection applies. The mark is used in this publication by LWW under license from Washington University.

Readers will consider this 2nd edition of "Mathog's Atlas of Craniofacial Trauma" the definitive book on surgery for craniofacial trauma. With over 1,100 illustrations this atlas lays out a clear step-by-step approach to procedures that treat craniofacial fractures. Since many of the procedures covered in this atlas cross a number of other specialties, presentations on vascular, central nervous system, dental and ophthalmic injuries are also included. To ensure that the reader will have the most current methods for each procedure, the entire atlas has been updated. It's also been expanded. In this latest edition, there are several new chapters including Imaging of the Craniofacial Fractures, Plates, Materials, and Instrumentation; Multidisciplinary Approach to Trauma; and Free Flap Reconstruction of the Mandible. Features: all chapters emphasize plates and rigid fixation; over 200 new figures were added; multiple chapters discussing endoscopic techniques for repair of cerebral spinal fluid leaks, decompression of the optic nerve, and dacryocy stochinostomy; also covers airway management, temporal bone fractures, laryngeal trauma, and soft-tissue injuries; and many alternative procedures are covered.

This fully revised edition of "Fundamentals of Diagnostic Radiology" conveys the essential knowledge needed to understand the clinical application of imaging technologies. An ideal tool for all radiology residents and students, it covers all subspecialty areas and current imaging modalities as utilized in neuroradiology, chest, breast, abdominal, musculoskeletal imaging, ultrasound, pediatric imaging, interventional techniques and nuclear radiology. New and expanded topics in this edition include use of diffustion-weighted MR, new contrast agents, breast MR, and current guidelines for biopsy and intervention. Many new images, expanded content, and full-color throughout make the fourth edition of this classic text a comprehensive review that is ideal as a first reader for beginning residents, a reference during rotations, and a vital resource when preparing for the American Board of Radiology examinations. More than just a book, the fourth edition is a complete print and online package. Readers will also have access to fully searchable content from the book, a downloadable image bank containing all images from the text, and study guides for each chapter that outline the key points for every image and table in an accessible format-ideal for study and review. This is the 1 volume set.

Designed for quick, easy reference in the office or clinic, "Atlas of Vulvar Disease" is a robust pictorial and textual guide to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of vulvar diseases. Written by Edward J. Wilkinson, MD, a professor of pathology and expert in gynecologic pathology, and I. Keith Stone, MD, a professor of obstetrics and gynecology, this atlas is a must-have resource for both clinicians and pathologists focused on women's health. Organized by dermatologic findings, "Atlas of Vulvar Disease" presents a complete overview of diseases within each broader topic area. Each disorder includes a definition, general features, clinical presentation, microscopic features, differential diagnosis, clinical behavior and treatment, and progressive therapeutic options, to guide the diagnosis and treatment of various vulvar diseases. Hundreds of full-color clinical photographs and relevant histopathologic photographs illustrate the clinical appearance and histopathologic characteristics of the full spectrum of vulvar diseases. Tables on sexually transmitted diseases, vesicobullous disease, and the classification of vulvar diseases are included to assist in differential diagnosis. Clinical pathological correlations aid in the diagnosis and interpretation of laboratory findings. Two indexes facilitate quick look up a disease entity or a clinical presentation. A free companion web site features the full-text as well as an extensive image bank of clinical and histopathologic photographs from the book.

"Operative Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgical Oncology" provides full-color, step-by-step explanations of all operative procedures in orthopaedic oncology. This text contains the chapters from the oncology section in Sam W. Wiesel's "Operative Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery". Written by experts from leading institutions around the world, this superbly illustrated volume focuses on mastery of operative techniques and also provides a thorough understanding of how to select the best procedure, how to avoid complications, and what outcomes to expect. Accompanying the book is a companion website with the fully searchable text and procedural videos. The user-friendly format is ideal for quick preoperative review of the steps of a procedure. Each procedure is broken down step by step, with full-color intraoperative photographs and drawings that demonstrate how to perform each technique. Extensive use of bulleted points and tables allows quick and easy reference. Each clinical problem is discussed in the same format: definition, anatomy, physical exams, pathogenesis, natural history, physical findings, imaging and diagnostic studies, differential diagnosis, non-operative management, surgical management, pearls and pitfalls, postoperative care, outcomes, and complications.

The seventh edition of "Peridontal Instrumentation and Advanced Root Instrumentation" continues in the tradition of bringing faculty and students everything they need to understand instrumentation and put knowledge into practice. Taking a highly visual, step-by-step approach, this title is an easy-to-use guide to learning this crucial component of dental hygiene. No other text offers such an array of features and topics, all presented by one of the most well-known authors in the dental hygiene field. This new edition combines a focus on currency, with updated content to reflect new technologies and regulations in this field, as well as coupling the text with the robust and valuable ancillaries you have come to expect from Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins' dental hygiene products. Covering all necessary topics, this edition also features detailed information on: design and use of advanced periodontal instruments; advanced instrumentation techniques; instrumentation of dental implants; ultrasonic instrumentation with modern precision-thin instrument tips; modifications to "standard" techniques: hyper-extended joints, standing to work on patient that cannot be placed in a supine (flat) position; and, air polishing. NEW! Additional photographs and added content in topics that are new or evolving in dental hygiene! Module outlines at the beginning of each chapter make it easier to locate specific texts within the section, and provides an organizational framework for the material. Learning objectives assist students in recognizing and studying important concepts in each chapter. A Step-by-step format allows the learner to work independently and at his or her own pace-fostering student autonomy and decision-making skills. Key terms are listed at the start of each module to help students learn and understand a whole new dental vocabulary as they move through the text. Study aids, including -boxes, tables, and flow charts-visually highlight and reinforce important content and permit quick reference during technique practice and at-home review. Critical thinking activities-in the Practical Focus sections of the book-encourage students to apply concepts to clinical situations, facilitate classroom discussion, and promote the development of student problem-solving skills. Case-based patient experiences allow students to apply instrumentation concepts to patient cases. The glossary of instrumentation terms provides quick access to instrumentation terminology. Skill evaluation checklists guide student practice, promote student self-assessment skills, and provide benchmarks for faculty evaluation of skill attainment. Basic Skills: Chapter 1: Principles of Positioning; Chapter 2: Instrument Grasp; Chapter 3: Mirror and Finger Rests in Anterior Sextants; Chapter 4: Mirror and Finger Rests in Mandibular Posterior Sextants; Chapter 5: Mirror and Finger Rests in Maxillary Posterior Sextants; Chapter 6: Instrument Design and Classification; Chapter 7: Technique Essentials: Movement and Orientation to Tooth Surface; Chapter 8: Technique Essentials: Adaptation; Chapter 9: Technique Essentials: Instrumentation Strokes. Hand-Activated Instruments: Chapter 10: Calibrated Periodontal Probes and Basic Probing Technique; Chapter 11: Explorers; Chapter 12: Technique Essentials: Angulation and Stroke Production; Chapter 13: Sickle Scalers; Chapter 14: Universal Curets; Chapter 15: Area-Specific Curets; Chapter 16: Periodontal Files; Chapter 17: Advanced Probing Techniques; Chapter 18: Instruments for Advanced Root Debridement; Chapter 19: Advanced Techniques for Root Surface Debridement; Chapter 20: Calculus Removal: Concepts, Planning, and Patient Cases; Chapter 21: Concepts for Instrument Sharpening; Chapter 22: Instrument Sharpening Techniques; Chapter 23: Pain Control During Periodontal Instrumentation. Powered Instrumentation: Chapter 24: Powered Instrument Design; Chapter 25: Ultrasonic and Sonic Instrumentation; Chapter 26: Polishing. The following resources are available on the Point: website. Student Resources - Video Clips. Instructor Resources: Instructor's Guide; Lesson Plans; Test Generator; Image Bank; PowerPoint Slides; and, Skill Evaluation Forms.

Emphasizing both the science and craft of surgery, "Fischer's Mastery of Surgery", Sixth Edition, embraces a scope consistent with the broad training of a general surgeon, providing extensive coverage of vascular surgery as well as of common thoracic, breast, esophageal, endocrine, colorectal, gastric, pancreatic, liver, and biliary procedures. Organized for ease of use, each procedural chapter reviews the essentials of diagnosis, anatomy, and pre-operative planning, but focuses most heavily on step-by-step depictions and descriptions of procedures. Each chapter concludes, as is traditional for this classic text, with an editorial commentary that puts the chapter material in a broad context and provides helpful critiques of the most recent literature. The path to surgical mastery begins here! Step-by-step guidance takes readers through each procedure, with tips and cautions from leading surgeons; more than 3,400 illustrations offer a surgeon's-eye-view of the most advanced approaches; over 450 renowned contributors share their surgical expertise with readers; focus on evidence-based surgery reveals the science behind each approach; a companion website includes the fully searchable text and exclusive web-only chapters not found in the text. NEW in the Sixth Edition: over a dozen new chapters address endovascular treatment of varicose veins, fasciotomy, minimally invasive parathyroidectomy, reconstruction of the chest wall, thoracic aortic transaction, vascular injury to extremities; fully updated material details the latest developments in vascular procedures, including both open and endovascular procedures; and new full-color design throughout the text, including many new color images, help readers visualize and remember key anatomic features and surgical techniques.

Over 40 leaders in the field were consulted to help shape the content of this 6th edition of "Emans, Laufer, Goldstein's Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology". Using 700 images and more than 100 case examples, this latest edition covers the medical and surgical approaches to common pediatric and adolescent gynecologic problems. Completely updated and expanded, this edition now includes chapters on Interviewing the Adolescent, Vulvar Dermatology, Gynecologic Trauma, Radiologic Imaging, Gynecologic Issues and Fertility Preservation for Cancer Patients/survivors, and Patient Safety in Office Gynecology. Features: discusses the importance of the history and physical examination and the physiology of puberty and its associated disorders and complications; and companion website with fully searchable text, image bank, and surgical videos.

Immunophenotyping is the most powerful tool in the routine diagnosis of hematologic neoplasms. Immunohistochemical technique is used in histology labs for this purpose, while flow cytometry is used in clinical labs. While separately these 2 techniques are very useful in detecting lymphomas and leukemias, the combination of both creates a very powerful and definitive diagnostic tool. The addition of molecular genetics to the book will make it an all-encompassing reference text.