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Dermatologic Principles and Practice in Oncology
Conditions of the Skin, Hair, and Nails in Cancer Patients
Mario E. Lacouture
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 440
This is the first book to focus on frequent and frequently disabling side effects involving the skin, hair, and nails in cancer patients. It provides detailed descriptions of mechanism-of-action in all current oncology drugs and the clinical presentation and mechanisms underlying their dermatologic side effects, alongside carefully presented treatment recommendations, allowing physicians to significantly enhance their care of patients with cancer. Whereas existing oncology and dermatology textbooks only briefly deal with this topic, this resource offers dermatologists and other practitioners a focused perspective on cancer-related skin conditions.
Evidence-Based Neonatal Infections
David Isaacs
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 312
Evidence-Based Neonatal Infections is expertly written by David Isaacs, an experienced author renowned for his knowledge in both pediatric infections and evidence-based medicine. It critically analyses the evidence for decision making in neonatal infections. Evidence-Based Neonatal Infections The first evidence-based text on neonatal infections Provides practical guidance where evidence is poor Complements David Isaacs Evidence-Based Pediatric Infectious Diseases (9781405148580) Practical and evidence-based, Evidence-Based Neonatal Infections is designed to help the clinician with day-to-day decisions on the care of newborn babies with possible, probable or proven infections.
It considers clinical questions relevant to neonatologists, analysing the evidence carefully and providing recommendations for optimum management of neonatal infectious diseases, whilst reflecting on: * Efficacy and safety * Antibiotic resistance * Cost effectiveness * Adverse effects * Ethical considerations Evidence-Based Neonatal Infections provides a unique reference for neonatologists, pediatricians, trainees, specialist nurses; general practitioners, microbiologists, infection control doctors, and all staff in neonatal units.
Cone Beam Computed Tomography
Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnosis and Applications
David P. Sarment
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 296
Written for the clinician, Cone Beam Computed Tomography helps the reader understand how CBCT machines operate, perform advanced diagnosis using CT data, have a working knowledge of CBCT-related treatment planning for specific clinical tasks, and integrate these new technologies in daily practice. This comprehensive text lays the foundation of CBCT technologies, explains how to interpret the data, recognize main pathologies, and utilize CBCT for diagnosis, treatment planning, and execution. Dr. Sarment first addresses technology and principles, radiobiologic risks, and CBCT for head and neck anatomy. The bulk of the text discusses diagnosis of pathologies and uses of CBCT technology in maxillofacial surgical planning, orthodontic and orthognathic planning, implant surgical site preparation, CAD/CAM surgical guidance, surgical navigation, endodontics airway measurements, and periodontal disease.
Care of People with Diabetes
A Manual of Nursing Practice
Trisha Dunning
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 608
Care of People with Diabetes is an essential guide to the care and management of people with diabetes mellitus, with particular emphasis on the acute care setting. Written by an experienced clinical nurse specialist with extensive knowledge of evidence-based diabetes care, this fully updated fourth edition serves as an essential companion to clinical practice for nurses and health care professionals. People with diabetes experience a high symptom and self-care burden associated with managing their condition, and require appropriate support, advice and regular monitoring. Similarly, health professionals need to maintain and keep up-to-date with an ever-increasing body of knowledge in order to help people with diabetes incorporate new research into their self-care. Care of People with Diabetes provides an extensive overview of the knowledge base all health professionals require to work effectively with people with diabetes.
Special features: Comprehensive clinical manual on an ever-more prevalent condition, written to meet the needs of nurses and healthcare professionals Includes new material on evaluating education programmes, cystic fibrosis-related diabetes, diabetes and sleep apnoea, and end-of-life care Provides key evidence for best practice Includes protocols for consistent care and improving patient outcomes
Sleep Medicine in Neurology
Neurology in Practice Template
Douglas B. Kirsch
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 188
A new addition to the Neurology in Practice series, Sleep Medicine in Neurology is a practical guide for neurologists diagnosing and managing sleep disorders in their patients. As a part of the series, various feature boxes are highlighted throughout. "Tips and Tricks" give suggestions on how to improve outcomes through practical technique or patient questioning. In addition, "Caution" warning boxes supply helpful advice on how to avoid problems and 'Science Revisited' boxes offer quick reminders of the basic science principles necessary for understanding the presented concepts.
Viral Hepatitis
Anna S. F. Lok
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Arie J. Zuckerman
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 620
The 4 th edition of Viral Hepatitis covers comprehensively the entire complex field of infections caused by all of the different hepatitis viruses, which affect many millions of people throughout the world with considerable morbidity and mortality. Howard Thomas and Arie Zuckerman are joined by Anna Lok from the USA and Stephen Locarnini from Australia as Editors. They have recruited leading researchers and physicians from many countries, who have produced an authoritative account of current knowledge and research on this important infection, including new insights into immune response to HBV and HCV. The result is a comprehensive account on all aspects of viral hepatitis, including rapid advances in the diagnosis, management, treatment and prevention of a complex infection, which in the case of hepatitis B, C and D may lead to severe complications including chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma.
The latest edition of Viral Hepatitis offers an essential resource of current information for hepatologists, gastroenterologists, infectious diseases specialists and other clinicians, researchers, public health physicians and National and International Health Authorities.
Rapid Ophthalmology
Zahir Mirza
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 152
A brand new title in the Rapid series, providing a concise, structured approach for students preparing for ophthalmology examinations
Presents a thorough foundation of ophthalmology knowledge, emphasising clinically relevant information, in the familiar 'Rapid' series format where diseases are presented in alphabetical order so aiding quick look-up of conditions
Ideal for use in busy clinical settings, such as clinics and hospital wards, while on rotation
Includes a companion website at www.wileyrapids.com/ophthalmology containing a range of clinical images in PowerPoint format
Essentials of Tortoise Medicine and Surgery
Aidan Raftery , John Chitty
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 344
Reach for this book whenever a sick or injured tortoise comes into the surgery. Essentials of Tortoise Medicine and Surgery is designed as a concise and practical quick reference for the busy practitioner seeing chelonians as part of their caseload. Covering everything from species identification to common basic surgery for tortoises and freshwater turtles, the emphasis is on the more common and likely diagnoses. The first section of the book gives an overview of the basics of tortoise and semi-aquatic/ aquatic freshwater turtle husbandry and keeping, as well as a guide to general investigation and diagnostic techniques open to clinicians. The second section provides a clinical guide based on clinical signs and differential diagnoses. Based upon the experience of authors who have been practicing with these species for several decades, this book is a useful guide to veterinarians, students, veterinary nurses and technicians new to working with these fascinating creatures. It will also serve as a useful aide memoire to more experienced clinicians.
Medical Genetics at a Glance
Bruce R. Korf , Dorian J. Pritchard
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 232
Medical Genetics at a Glance covers the core scientific principles necessary for an understanding of medical genetics and its clinical applications, while also considering the social implications of genetic disorders. This third edition has been fully updated to include the latest developments in the field, covering the most common genetic anomalies, their diagnosis and management, in clear, concise and revision-friendly sections to complement any health science course. Medical Genetics at a Glance now has a completely revised structure, to make its content even more accessible.
Other features include: *Three new chapters on Gene Identification, The Biology of Cancer, and Genomic Approaches to Cancer *A much extended treatment of Biochemical Genetics *A completely revised chapter on The Cell Cycle, explaining principles of biochemistry and genetics which are fundamental to understanding cancer causation *Two new chapters on Cardiac Developmental Pathology *An extended Case Studies section Providing a broad understanding of one of the most rapidly progressing topics in medicine, Medical Genetics at a Glance is perfect for students of medicine, molecular biology, genetics and genetic counselling, and is a previous winner of a BMA Award.
Yamada's Handbook of Gastroenterology
Jason A. Dominitz
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John M. Inadomi
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 552
Portable, practical, and entirely clinical, this affordable guide to assessment and management of the entire range of gastroenterological complaints and conditions is ideally suited for use by GI fellows and specialists. The book is divided into two parts: symptom-focused and disease-focused. Features include key practice points, essentials of diagnosis, potential pitfalls, key web links, society guideline comparisons, case studies, and multiple choice questions. When you need answers in a hurry, turn to the most trusted name in gastroenterology: Yamada.
Evidence-Based Pediatric Oncology
A. G. Shankar
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Katherine Matthay
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 294
This book is updated with evidence from the latest published reviews and is more clinically focused, with an emphasis on application of the trial findings. With increased coverage of trials in the area of supportive care for pediatric cancer patients, each chapter opens with a clinical question and concludes with a summary on the trial findings from an expert commentator.
OSCEs at a Glance
Adrian Blundell , Richard Harrison
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 262
Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, OSCEs at a Glance 2nd Edition is both a revision guide and a comprehensive introduction to objective structured clinical examinations for medical students. Fully revised to suit the current curriculum, and written with student feedback and experiences in mind, this full-colour textbook contains brand new and comprehensively indexed chapters which include 32 new OSCE stations, covering distinct areas of specialisation as well as broader practical and communication skills covered in the exams. This new edition of OSCEs at a Glance is also supported by a companion website at www.ataglanceseries.com/osces containing downloadable OSCE checklists - perfect for testing knowledge in the run-up to exams.
Diagnostic Imaging
Includes Wiley e-Text
Andrea G. Rockall
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Andrew Hatrick
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 520
Diagnostic Imaging will help medical students, junior doctors, residents and trainee radiologists understand the principles behind interpreting all forms of imaging. Providing a balanced account of all the imaging modalities available -- including plain film, ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, radionuclide imaging and interventional radiology -- it explains the techniques used and the indications for their use. Organised by body system, it covers all anatomical regions. In each region the authors discuss the most suitable imaging technique and provide guidelines for interpretation, illustrating clinical problems with normal and abnormal images. Diagnostic Imaging is extensively illustrated throughout, featuring high quality full-colour images and more than 600 photographs. The images are downloadable in PowerPoint format from the brand new companion website at www.wileydiagnosticimaging.com , which also has over 100 interactive MCQs, to aid learning and teaching. When you purchase the book you also receive access to the Wiley E-Text: Powered by VitalSource.
This is an interactive digital version of the book, featuring downloadable text and images, highlighting and note-taking facilities, bookmarking, cross-referencing, in-text searching, and linking to references and abbreviations. Diagnostic Imaging is also available on CourseSmart, offering extra functionality as well as an immediate way to access the book. For more details, see www.coursesmart.com or 'The Anytime, Anywhere Textbook ' section.
Stroke
James F. Meschia , Kevin M. Barrett
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 174
This book considers various topics regarding stroke, including bedside evaluation of the acute stroke patient; neurovascular imaging of the acute stroke patient; treatment of acute ischemic stroke; treatment of hemorrhagic stroke; prevention and management of post-stroke complications; diagnosis of stroke mechanism and secondary stroke prevention; post-stroke recovery; and considerations for very elderly and severely affected stroke patients. It is essential reading for neurologists and cardiologists.
Human Blood Groups
Geoff Daniels
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 554
This new edition of an essential text for all those working within transfusion and blood banking is now even more biologically and clinically relevant, incorporating the latest information on the genes for various blood groups and including greater content on the functional significance of blood groups. The book covers techniques used in blood grouping, troubleshooting and quality assurance and integrates serology with molecular biology, marrying the basic understanding at the genetic level with a cellular understanding of the red blood cell membrane. Now in full colour throughout.
Principles and Practice of Travel Medicine
Jane N. Zuckerman
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 676
This second edition of Principles and Practice of Travel Medicine has been extensively updated to provide a comprehensive description of travel medicine and is an invaluable reference resource to support the clinical practice of travel medicine. This new edition covers the many recent advances in the field, including the development of new and combined vaccines; malaria prophylaxis; emerging new infections; new hazards resulting from travel to long haul destinations; health tourism; and population movements. The chapter on vaccine-preventable diseases includes new developments in licensed vaccines, as well as continent-based recommendations for their administration. There are chapters on the travel health management of high risk travellers, including the diabetic traveller, the immuno-compromised, those with cardiovascular, renal, neurological, gastrointestinal, malignant and other disorders, psychological and psychiatric illnesses, pregnant women, children and the elderly.
With increasing numbers of ever more adventurous travellers, there is discussion of travel medicine within extreme environments, whilst the chapter on space tourism may well be considered the future in travel medicine. Principles and Practice of Travel Medicine is an invaluable resource for health care professionals providing advice and clinical care to the traveller.
Avoiding Errors in Paediatrics
Jonathan Bonser
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Joseph E. Raine
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 192
For Junior Doctors, Specialty Trainees, and all those involved in hospital governance, this book offers the ultimate real-life guide to help tackle the professional and emotional challenges of life as a doctor in paediatrics. Unlike other clinical management titles, this book identifies and explains the most common and important medical errors. If things do go wrong, the medico-legal author team provides advice on how best to deal with a complaint and all that may follow. Using a memorable and engaging case-based structure, this volume is valuable as a reference from the foundation years and beyond.
Kidney Disease Management
A Practical Approach for the Non-specialist Healthcare Practitioner
Helen Noble , Rachel Lewis
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 236
"This informative book has been put together with the support and input of many clinical renal experts, who have been willing to share their knowledge and years of experience and I'm sure it will be an excellent resource for those caring for kidney patients for the first time -- as well as for those with some years of experience!" - From the Foreword by Rosemary Macri, Chief Executive of the British Kidney Patient Association Kidney Disease Management has been written to help optimise the care of people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) across the healthcare spectrum. It is aimed at a range of professionals, including nurses, junior doctors, general practitioners, pharmacists and dietitians. Specialists in training may also find it useful. It highlights the practical considerations necessary to care for people with kidney problems in situations where a specialist practitioner is not always required or immediately available.
This book explores: policy context and CKD overview of CKD and management managing CKD in primary care treatment modalities in CKD psychosocial aspects of living with CKD Acute kidney injury in hospitalised patients surgery and kidney injury medication management in CKD nutrition and CKD support and palliative care for people with CKD Key features: Based on best practice and written in an accessible format aimed at busy practitioners Emphasises the centrality of the patient and family and the need to share information and expertise across traditional boundaries Written by professionals renowned in their field, both generalists and specialists, who have extensive experience of the practicalities of managing complex patients
Anesthesia and the Fetus
Ahmet Baschat
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Carl Weiner
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 418
Anesthesia and the Fetus integrates into one volume the multidisciplinary components of: * fetal development * fetal pharmacology * assessments of fetal and neonatal outcome * anesthesia and analgesia during pregnancy * anesthesia and analgesia during labor * ethics and law Written by an internationally renowned group of clinicians and scientists, Anesthesia and the Fetus provides a contemporary guide and reference to the role of anesthesia, and the anesthesiologist, in protecting the mother and her unborn child during pregnancy.
Diabetes and Kidney Disease
Gunter Wolf
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 276
Diabetes and the Kidney provides endocrinologists andnephrologists of all levels with expert clinical diagnosis andmanagement guidance for this extremely common diabeticcomplication.Practical and accessible, chapters contain textfeatures such as case histories, potential pitfall boxes, keypoints, management algorithms, and useful weblinks to fullyengage the reader and provide expert guidance to help cliniciansbest manage their patients. In addition, allrelevant international society guidelines and recommendationsare fully included.After an initial analysis of the epidemiology andpathogenesis of kidney complications in diabetes, it quickly moveson to the following core sections: - Special Situations, Risk factors and Complications- examining diabetic nephropathy in relation to each other diabeticcomplication, ie cardiovascular disease- Prevention and Therapy - focusing on the most up todate information regarding prevention, diagnosis, treatment, andmanagement of kidney disease in diabetes.Expertly edited, and with contributions from an experiencedinternational team, Diabetes and Kidney Disease will be theperfect tool to consult when managing diabetic patients withassociated kidney problems.
