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Therapy of Digestive Disorders
Francis A. Farraye
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Gary L. Davis
e altri
editore: Saunders
pagine: 1072
Leading experts in gastroenterology assist you in making the best treatment decisions with coverage that encompasses modes of therapy, special populations, and symptom management. You'll find comprehensive, well-referenced, evidence-based treatment guidelines for a full range of digestive disorders, as well as in-depth information on pathogenesis, goals of therapy, medical and surgical treatment, prophylaxis, and more.
Therapy of Digestive Disorders
Francis A. Farraye
,
Gary L. Davis
e altri
editore: Saunders
pagine: 1072
Leading experts in gastroenterology assist you in making the best treatment decisions with coverage that encompasses modes of therapy, special populations, and symptom management. You'll find comprehensive, well-referenced, evidence-based treatment guidelines for a full range of digestive disorders, as well as in-depth information on pathogenesis, goals of therapy, medical and surgical treatment, prophylaxis, and more.
Multislice CT
Principles and Protocols
Fergus V. Coakley , Friedrich Knollmann
editore: Saunders
pagine: 300
A team of international experts provides a hands-on, evidence-based overview of the latest clinical applications of multislice computed tomography. Each chapter begins with standard examination protocols for a particular body area and then provides detailed explanations of the key parameter choices for each scanner type with supportive data from the available literature, wherever possible. The result is today's state-of-the-art definitive guide to the cost-effective use of this revolutionary new technology.
Sickle Cell Disease
An Issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics
Cage S. Johnson
editore: Saunders
pagine: 240
The major features of sickle cell disease in most patients are life-long anemia and the recurrent vaso-occlusion. The pathophysiology of sickle cell disease and hemoglobinopathies, along with the diagnosis and assessment of the risk/benefit ration for particular treatments are discussed.
Hip Arthroplasty
Minimally Invasive Techniques and Computer Navigation
Lawrence D. Dorr
editore: Saunders
pagine: 320
One of the world's foremost hip surgeons guides you through his preferred techniques for both first-time and revision hip replacement surgery, including minimally invasive techniques and arthroplasty. Concise, consistently organised chapters explain exactly how to solve a full range of clinical problems. Hundreds of full-color photographs and illustrations make Dr. Dorr's winning techniques easy for you to reproduce. Plus, 2 bonus DVD-ROMs present actual video footage of many of the key surgical procedures discussed in the text.
Recent Advances in the Treatment of Liver Disorders
An Issue of Clinics in Liver Disease
Jorge Herrera
editore: Saunders
pagine: 240
Hepatology is a rapidly changing specialty. Leading experts discuss such current topics as: autoimmune hepatitis, HIV and the liver, noninvasive assessment of liver fibrosis, living donor liver transplantation, and more.
Multimedia Primary Care Procedures
Gary Newkirk
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Jorge Garcia
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editore: Saunders
pagine: 2
Outpatient procedures are a growing component of primary care practice. Now, there's a multimedia resource to help you perfect your skills and boost your comfort level in performing these procedures! Videos on DVD and online show you exactly what to do, step by step; and a companion pocket manual provides these how-tos in a portable format. You'll also have convenient access to ICD-9/CPT codes, patient instruction sheets, and more! Plus, this critically acclaimed learning tool just gets better month after month, as the authors add more and more procedure videos online. It all adds up to a highly user-friendly and effective way to make sure you are performing every outpatient procedure as safely and successfully as possible.
Office Orthopedics for Primary Care
Treatment
Bruce Carl Anderson
editore: Saunders
pagine: 336
The revised and expanded 3rd Edition of this widely popular text provides proven how-to guidance for the management of 52 of the most common musculoskeletal disorders seen in today's clinical settings, including strains, sprains, overuse injuries, and inflammatory and arthritic conditions. It explains each problem, how a typical patient describes the discomfort, what to look for during the examination, when to request X-rays, and how to draw a sound diagnosis from clinical observations. The text features updated tables of supports, braces, and casts that make it easy to choose the most efficient and cost-effective immobilizers.
The ECG in Emergency Decision Making
Hein J. J. Wellens , Mary Boudreau Conover
editore: Saunders
pagine: 304
"The ECG in Emergency Decision Making, second edition" explains and illustrates the importance of 12-lead electrocardiograms (ECGs) in making rapid and informed decisions in cardiac care. It covers the logical steps to the ECG recognition of the underlying mechanism of cardiac emergencies, their prognostic significance, and the best treatment. AHA treatment guidelines are presented, aspects of differential diagnosis are explained, and perforated decision-making cards are included.
Endocrinology
J. Larry Jameson , Leslie J. DeGroot
editore: Saunders
pagine: 4320
The new 5th version of this leading reference presents a complete and up-to-date review and analysis of all aspects of endocrinology, diabetes, and bone metabolism - both in print and online. Readers will also find state-of-the-art information on genetics, proteinomics, and hormone signaling, and coverage the field's hottest topics, in nearly 20 new chapters. Joined by an international team of leading experts - many new to this edition - Drs. Jameson and DeGroot provide guidance that integrates the basic science of endocrinology with clinical medicine and the practical management of endocrine disorders. A clinical focus emphasizes diagnosis and therapy, and over 1,400 illustrations clarify complex concepts. The changes with the field...meets all of your reference needs...and never goes out of date.
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
An Issue of Hematology/oncology Clinics
Lauren E. Abrey , Lisa M. DeAngelis
editore: Saunders
pagine: 240
The full spectrum of central nervous system lymphoma is covered from patheology and genetics to clinical features, diagnosis and treatment. Also explored are new approaches to therapy and unusual variants of central nervous system lymphoma.
The Calcaneus
An Issue of Foot and Ankle Clinics
Paul J. Juliano
editore: Saunders
pagine: 240
Dr Juliano's issue includes chapters on imaging, fractures, gait analysis, trauma, congenital defects, and tumours of the calcaneus.
Radiography Essentials for Limited Practice
Bruce W. Long
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Eugene D. Frank
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editore: Saunders
pagine: 624
With an easier-to-understand, streamlined style, this new edition covers all the content areas needed by limited radiographer practitioners, included x-ray technology, anatomy, pathology and positioning, patient care, and other clinical skills. The introductory chapters explain the role of the limited practitioner and introduce the student to radiographic equipment. The radiologic sciences section covers the basics of physics, x-ray production, exposure technique, processing, and radiation safety. The positioning chapters provide instructions for positioning and imaging of the upper and lower extremities, pelvis, spine, chest, abdomen, and head. Other coverage includes legal and ethical concerns, patient care, infection control, and medical emergencies. The ancillary skills section covers procedures such as medication administration, urinalysis, and ECGs.
Pediatric Hospital Medicine, an Issue of Pediatric Clinics
Lisa B. Zaoutis , Vincent W. Chiang
editore: Saunders
pagine: 240
This text is geared towards practitioners who care for hospitalized children, providing an update on medical care in the inpatient setting. As outpatient management of pediatric illness becomes increasingly sophisticated and comprehensive, the care of pediatric patients in the hospital setting has had similar shifts. Hospitalization is reserved for patients with a higher severity of illness, those who require expedited evaluation or more intensive medical support, and those with complex conditions that may require coordination with multiple specialists at times of acute illness. In this issue, the inpatient focus for important topics is provided, including pneumonia, apparent life-threatening events, bone and soft-tissue infections, central nervous system infections, diabetes and diabetic ketoacidosis, pain management, infections related to indwelling catheters and devices, and bronchiolitis. Also reviewed are end-of-life issues, medical errors and patient safety, and care of the medically complex child. An overview of the growing field of pediatric hospital medicine is included.
Rheumatic Diseases in the Elderly
An Issue of Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
Arthur F. Kavanaugh
editore: Saunders
pagine: 240
Musculoskeletal disorders are the most common cause of activity limitation in older adults. Thus, this issue on Rheumatic Diseases in the Elderly includes pharmacological pain management of rheumatic disorders, as well as a discussion of specific disorders such as arthritis and osteoporosis. In addition to providing treatment options, several articles focus on coping with chronic rheumatic pain. With an increase in the number of geriatric patients seeking care by rheumatologists, the need for special attention to geriatric rheumatology is evident.
Pediatric Endocrinology
An Issue of Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics
Joseph Wolfsdorf
editore: Saunders
pagine: 240
This issue covers the gamut of endocrine disorders in the pediatric and adolescent patient population, including vitamin D deficiency and rickets, idiopathic short stature, polycystic ovary syndrome, obesity, regulation and disorders of onset of puberty, diabetes, hypoglycemia, and thyroid cancer. This book is a must for endocrinologists treating children and adolescents.
Endocrine and Metabolic Emergencies
An Issue of Emergency Medicine Clinics
Kathleen Cowling , Mary Jo Wagner
editore: Saunders
pagine: 240
Endocrine and metabolic emergencies account for a significant number of visits to the emergency department. This book includes discussion on endocrine response to critical illness, altered mental status, diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar coma, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, adrenal emergencies, calcium and bone metabolism, case studies in potassium, disorders of fuel metabolism, metabolic acidosis, and sexual hormones.
Risk Management in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
An Issue of Clinics in Perinatology
Marcus C. Hermansen
editore: Saunders
pagine: 240
In this special issue, authoritative clinicians provide risk reduction strategies in the clinical fields of obstetrics and newborn medicine, including such issues as birth trauma, birth asphyxia, kernicterus and medication errors. Doctors, lawyers, and nurses then discuss various aspects of the current medical malpractice crisis including tort reform options and expert witness testimony. Leading defense and plaintiff attorneys offer insight into their unique views of the medical malpractice system. This book should be read by obstetricians, perinatologists, midwives, pediatricians, neonatologists, nurses and nurse practictioners, those in risk management or the malpractice insurance industry, health care planners, health care administrators, plaintiff and defense malpractice attorneys and anyone else with an interest in risk management in neonatal-perinatal medicine.
Aspiration Cytology
A Pattern Recognition Approach
Andrew A. Renshaw
editore: Saunders
pagine: 542
This new cytopathology resource takes a pattern-recognition approach to the interpretation of difficult aspirates, giving readers all of the tools they need to make the right diagnosis. A unique tabular design presents at a glance key information on the cytologic features, pitfalls, work up, and reporting for each lesion. More than 700 brilliant, full-colour photographs illustrate a full range of patterns found in aspirated tissue samples.
Nails
Diagnosis, Therapy, Surgery
C. Ralph Daniel , Richard K. Scher
editore: Saunders
pagine: 352
The thoroughly updated 3rd edition of this highly regarded text continues to provide the latest therapeutic and surgical information on nail disease. A new signs-oriented section guides you to disease-specific information and simplifies diagnosis. The new, streamlined format includes bullet lists, cross-references, 'Therapy' and Key points highlights for easy reference, and full-color artwork throughout, as well as a larger page size that accommodates bigger photographs. In addition, many illustrations have been added to elucidate complex basic science.
