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A new volume in the popular Washington Manual® handbook series, The Washington Manual® Heart Failure and Transplantationprovides concise, high-yield content that reflects today’s fast-changing advances in the field. Edited by Drs. Jonathan D. Moreno and Benjamin J. Kopecky, and written by teams from Washington University, this practical handbook focuses on the essential information you need to know, using a brief, bulleted format, along with numerous figures, tables, algorithms, and images throughout. In one convenient, portable resource, you’ll find complete coverage of heart failure pathophysiology and clinical management spanning both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings—all at your fingertips for quick review and reference. Provides a high-level, accessible overview of the entire field of heart failure and transplantation, linking current practice with primary evidence throughout, and including recommendations for further reading Includes key points in each chapter, as well as tables that chronologically summarize landmark clinical trials Selected chapters include real-world clinicalcase vignettes Shares the experience and knowledge of Washington University faculty physicians and fellows in cardiology, internal medicine, surgery, pharmacy, and other related fields An ideal reference to meet the daily needs of cardiology and heart failure fellows, general cardiologists, internal medicine residents on heart failure rotations, and APRNs The Washington Manual® 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 Wolters Kluwer Health under license from Washington University. Enrich your eBook reading experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

With its focus on the advanced topics and procedures employed in this specialized field, Massachusetts General Hospital Manual of Cardiovascular Critical Care provides practical, must-know information to all practitioners caring for the increasing population of critical care patients with severely compromised cardiovascular function. Drs. Aranya Bagchi, David M. Dudzinski, Jonathan Ludmir, Ivana Nikolic, and Kenneth T. Shelton lead a multidisciplinary team of authors who expertly cover cardiology, cardiac surgery, anesthesia, and mechanical circulatory support topics for all ICU clinicians who focus on cardiovascular care. Shares knowledge and experience gained in the relatively recent field of cardiovascular critical care—from experts in anesthesiology, cardiology, cardiac surgery, emergency medicine, and pulmonary/critical care medicine Provides a real-world, practical balance of , cardiac surgery and cardiac  anesthesia content, including an outstanding section on mechanical circulatory support—all with a focus on advanced, specialized coverage of this complex field Covers the topics that are uniquely within the scope of cardiovascular critical care: management of patients on ECMO and ventricular assist devices, the physiology of heart failure and ventricular support, management of postcardiotomy shock, and many other common clinical issues Inspired by the collective experiences at Massachusetts General Hospital’s Heart Center Intensive Care Unit (HCICU), to answer the question often asked by new colleagues: “Is there a resource that puts together everything in one place?” Enrich your eBook reading experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Using a quick-reference, bulleted format, Manual of Neonatal Surgical Intensive Care, Fourth Edition, edited by Drs. Anne R. Hansen and Mark Puder, provides complete coverage of this challenging and multifaceted field in a concise, easy-to-digest manner. Written for both medical and surgical clinicians, this practical manual is a collaboration of the medical and surgical staff at Boston Children’s Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and other institutions that addresses the perioperative management of newborns with surgical conditions. Features a highly formatted, bulleted text and numbered lists for quick reference Contains fully revised content as well as new chapters on Parenteral Nutrition, Vein of Galen Malformation, and more For each surgical condition content coverages includes embryology, prenatal diagnosis, postnatal presentation, postnatal diagnosis, differential diagnosis, preoperative management, implications for anesthesia, surgical management, postoperative management, complications, and other outcomes Includes guidelines for the nonoperative management of newborns with surgical conditions An ideal resource for neonatal intensivists, pediatric surgeons, neonatologists, pediatricians, neonatal nurse practitioners, neonatal nurses, transport clinicians, and other healthcare providers who render pre- or postoperative care for neonates Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Designed for portability and quick reference, Pocket Radiation Oncology, 2nd Edition, provides the essential information needed by practitioners and trainees on a daily basis. Edited by Drs. Chad Tang and Ahsan Farooqi, and written by physicians at the MD Anderson Cancer Center, this fully updated volume provides a concise and focused review of all areas of radiation oncology in one easy-to-navigate, pocket-sized notebook.   Follows the bestselling, looseleaf binder Pocket Notebook format, featuring bulleted lists, tables, diagrams, and algorithms that make essential facts easy to find and retain Provides solutions to everyday management decisions in radiation oncology, including management of radiation-induced symptoms, radiation physics, radiation biology, pediatrics, and radiation emergencies Contains updated treatment algorithms for each disease site, new evidence tables that summarize key clinical trials and studies, and all-new sections on oligometastatic disease and heavy ion therapy Covers all major stages of commonly treated diseases and includes treatment techniques for both common and rare malignancies Dedicated sections on treatment planning and dose constraints, including illustrated tips on drawing radiation blocks, and which areas should be avoided during radiation therapy Provides insight and clinical pearls on emerging technologies, as well as notes on areas of concern that could lead to serious complications

Originating from the esteemed Massachusetts General Hospital and edited by Drs. Yolonda L. Colson and Christopher R. Morse, this new volume in the Illustrated Tips and Tricks series provides succinct, precise information from a wide range of experts on tackling technical problems in thoracic surgery. Practical, hands-on content conveys knowledge gained from years of surgical experience, including nuggets of wisdom unique to this institution. Drawings and operative photos are used liberally throughout the book to illustrate surgical techniques and provide a handy visual complement to the text.  Covers a variety of thoracic surgeries throughout the body system, including techniques for endoscopic, minimally invasive, robotic-assisted, video-assisted surgeries for lung/airway, mediastinum/diaphragm, esophagus, and more Presented in a concise, bulleted format with a templated style with brief overviews of perioperative considerations, instruments and equipment, anesthesia, step-by-step techniques, and other procedural elements for thoracic surgeries Includes numerous drawings, operative photographs, tips boxes, as well as pearls and pitfalls boxes for optimal visual guidance Designed for residents, fellows, and practicing surgeons—those in training or anyone who needs to brush up on the latest techniques Enrich your eBook reading experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Selected as a Doody’s Essential Title for 2025! The definitive text for medical students and residents in plastic surgery, Grabb and Smith’s Plastic Surgery, Ninth Edition, covers every aspect of this challenging field in up-to-date, easy-to-understand detail. Superb illustrations, convenient key points, and relevant review questions help you develop a deeper understanding of basic principles and prepare effectively for the In-Training Exam (ITE) and other certification exams. Dr. Kevin C. Chung leads a team of expert contributing authors to create a fully revised resource that also serves as a reference for practicing plastic surgeons to refresh knowledge and to enhance competency in various topics. Coverage includes all areas of plastic surgery: basic science, principles and techniques, skin and soft tissue topics, congenital anomalies and pediatric plastic surgery, head and neck surgery, aesthetic surgery, breast surgery, body contouring, hand surgery, and trunk and lower extremity surgery.   Offers comprehensive coverage of plastic surgery highlighted by full-color photos, high-quality illustrations, and procedural videos Contains new and updated chapters on Management of Neuroma Pain, Cleft Lip and Palate: Principles and Treatment, Cleft Lip and Palate: Embryology and Genetics, Pediatric Brachial Plexus Injuries, Facial Gender-Affirming Surgery, Migraine Management and Surgery, Eyelid Ptosis and Repair, Functional Considerations in Aesthetic Rhinoplasty, Aesthetic Rhinoplasty, Technical Refinement in Treating Prominent Ears, Labiaplasty and Vaginal Rejuvenation, Hair Restoration, Buttock Augmentation, Options in Autologous Breast Reconstruction, Oncoplastic Techniques for Breast Reconstruction, Management of Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema, Secondary Procedures for Breast Reconstruction: Fat Grafting, Principles of Bone Fixation, , Management of Hand Fractures and Dislocations, Management of Wrist Fractures and Dislocations, Distal Radius and Forearm Fractures, Reconstruction of Bone Defects in the Upper Extremity, Gender-Affirming Top Surgery , Gender-Affirming Phalloplasty and Vaginoplasty, and more Reflects new tools and techniques, more diverse patient needs, fresh perspectives from new contributing authors in every chapter, and thoroughly revised content throughout Ensures fast, accurate comprehension of material with bulleted lists and tables scattered throughout, concise and to-the-point text, and nearly 1,000 full-color illustrations Provides key points at the beginning of each chapter that emphasize topics found on the In-Training Exam (ITE) and board certification exam Closes chapters with review questions to ensure thorough comprehension of content and a list of references highlighting key papers  

A must-have resource for any emergency or urgent care setting, Fleisher & Ludwig’s 5-Minute Pediatric Emergency Medicine Consult, 3rd Edition, provides clear, succinct guidance on hundreds of diseases and common pediatric conditions. Editors-in-Chief Drs. Robert J. Hoffman and Vincent J. Wang lead an editorial and author team who put evidence-based answers at your fingertips—essential information on clinical orientation, differential diagnosis, medications, management, discharge criteria, and more.   Organizes more than 450 topics alphabetically, using brief, templated bullet points for quick and easy reference on diagnosis, treatment, and management Features a 2-page synopsis for each topic, allowing you to adequately understand, effectively evaluate by exam (lab investigation, and radiologic or ancillary testing), and create a treatment plan and disposition for the given diagnosis, including up-to-date medication dosing reviewed by pharmacy editor, Jin Y. Kim. Includes new topics on COVID-19, COVID-19 MISC-C, Poisoning of Unknown Origin, and Human Trafficking, and more Shares the knowledge and expertise of new additions to the editorial team who represent a diverse group of practitioners across race, ethnicity, gender, and geography Enrich your eBook reading experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Part of the popular Washington Manual® handbook series, The Washington Manual® of Critical Care provides concise, high-yield content that reflects today’s fast-changing advances in the field. Edited by Drs. Marin H. Kollef, Vladimir N. Despotovic, Bryan D. Kraft, Rachel K. McDonald, and Nguyet Nguyen, and written by teams of Washington University residents and faculty, the fourth edition focuses on the essential information you need to know, using a brief, bulleted format, along with numerous figures, tables, algorithms, and images throughout. In one convenient, portable resource, you’ll find complete coverage of bedside diagnosis and management of the most frequently encountered illnesses and problems seen in the ICU—all at your fingertips for quick review and reference. Covers the treatment and management of shock, sepsis, acute episodes of COPD and asthma, myocardial infarctions, organ failure, and other conditions and disorders Provides quick-reference overviews of intubation and catheterization procedures, as well as of common drug side effects and drug-drug interactions Includes new chapters on Emergency Department as the Gateway to the ICU, Post-Cardiac Arrest Management, High Altitude Illness, COVID-19 and Other Viral Pneumonias, Informatics in the Intensive Care Unit, and more, as well as thorough updates throughout Features a wealth of comprehensive, up-to-date tables and algorithms that help guide efficient decision-making Shares the experience and knowledge of Washington University faculty physicians and experts in their fields from the Departments of Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Anesthesiology An ideal reference to meet the daily needs of practicing intensivists, residents, fellows, and critical care nurses The Washington Manual® 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 Wolters Kluwer Health under license from Washington University.   Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Patterned after the renowned Walls Manual of Emergency Airway Management, Manual of Airway Management in Critical Care is a concise, focused reference on this challenging topic specifically for ICU providers. Drs. Jarrod M. Mosier, Calvin A. Brown III, Matteo Parotto, and Raquel R. Bartz bring their extensive expertise in critical care airway management to this all-new volume, as well as Dr. Mosier’s experience as director of the nationally recognized The Difficult Airway Course: Critical Care™. An excellent resource for intensivists, advanced practice providers, critical care nurses, and respiratory therapists, this first-of-its-kind text reflects ICU airway management from cover to cover: its unique standards of care, its unique risks, and its unique body of literature that set it apart from other medical disciplines. Uses a hands-on approach to provide the concrete guidance needed to effectively manage both adult and pediatric airway emergencies in the ICU Emphasizes practicality with step-by-step instructions, mnemonics, easy-to-follow algorithms, and rich illustrations Covers key topics such as transitions between the intubated to spontaneously breathing states (both intubation and extubation), noninvasive respiratory support strategies for preoxygenation, examples of pulmonary pathologies which affect the decision to intubate or extubate, advanced hemodynamic assessment and management, and patient positioning and related airway strategies. Includes over 20 videos that demonstrate case examples and various procedures Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Developed at Philadelphia’s world-renowned Wills Eye Hospital, the Color Atlas and Synopsis of Clinical Ophthalmology series covers the most clinically relevant aspects of ophthalmology in a highly visual, easy-to-use format. Vibrant, full-color photos and a consistent outline structure present a succinct, high-yield approach to the seven topics covered by this popular series: Cornea, Retina, Glaucoma, Oculoplastics, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Pediatrics, and Uveitis. This in-depth, focused approach makes each volume an excellent companion to the larger Wills Eye Manual as well as a practical stand-alone reference for students, residents, fellows, and practitioners in every area of ophthalmology.   The updated Uveitis volume includes: Expert, state-of-the-art guidance on all the major aspects of ocular inflammatory disease, including both ocular and systemic manifestations of each disorder, ideal for busy practicing ophthalmologists, ocular immunologists, trainees, and rheumatologists More than 300 high-quality images that detail the clinical features of each disorder, illustrate pathogenesis, and assist in visual diagnosis Numerous examples and variations of disease, clinical illustrations using current imaging modalities, and expanded treatment options An easy-to-use format that covers Epidemiology and Etiology, History, Physical Examination, Differential Diagnosis, Laboratory and Special Examinations, Diagnosis, Prognosis, and Management Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Concise and easy to use, Kaplan & Sadock’s Pocket Handbook of Clinical Psychiatry, Seventh Edition, is an up-to-date guide to diagnosing the full range of psychiatric disorders in both adults and children. Written by Dr. Samoon Ahmad, this companion to Kaplan and Sadock's Comprehensive Textbook of Psychiatry offers brief summaries of psychiatric disorders, including key aspects of etiology, epidemiology, clinical features, and suggestions for treatment. Now in full color for the first time, it’s an ideal ready reference for psychiatrists and other physicians, medical students on psychiatric rotations, psychiatric residents, and mental health professionals in psychology, social work, and nursing. Provides fully revised content throughout, with a particular focus on emerging trends in the identification of psychiatric disorders and newly developed therapeutic approaches Discusses the impact of COVID-19 with a dedicated chapter on the identification and management of the associated neuropsychiatric symptoms Offers new coverage of neuromodulation, cannabis, and psychedelics such as psilocybin, MDMA, and ketamine Features a new, full-color format for faster navigation and improved visual appeal Concludes each chapter with specific page and chapter references to more detailed coverage in Kaplan and Sadock's Comprehensive Textbook of Psychiatry, Eleventh Edition Includes boxed, highlighted Clinical Hints for quick reference Uses an easy-to-scan outline format throughout, making it a perfect source of quick review for busy clinical practitioners, psychiatric residents, or students preparing for exams ,

Selected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2025! Developed at Philadelphia’s world-renowned Wills Eye Hospital, the Wills Eye Institute Atlas Series series covers the most clinically relevant aspects of ophthalmology in a highly visual, easy-to-use format. Vibrant, full-color photos and a consistent outline structure present a succinct, high-yield approach to the seven topics covered by this popular series: Cornea, Retina, Glaucoma, Oculoplastics, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Pediatrics, and Uveitis . This in-depth, focused approach makes each volume an excellent companion to the larger Wills Eye Manual as well as a practical stand-alone reference for students, residents, and practitioners in every area of ophthalmology. The updated Pediatric Ophthalmology volume includes: Authoritative information on the clinical findings and the most recent treatment available for a wide spectrum of childhood ocular diseases, ideal for practicing ophthalmologists, pediatric ophthalmologists, fellows, and residents. New chapters on pediatric uveitis and pediatric optic nerve abnormalities. More than 170 new and updated high-quality photographs of specific disease entities and ocular disorders. An easy-to-use format that covers Epidemiology and Etiology, History, Physical Examination, Differential Diagnosis, Laboratory and Special Examinations, Diagnosis, Prognosis, and Management. Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience with Enhanced Video, Audio and Interactive Capabilities! Read directly on your preferred device(s ), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone Easily convert to audiobook , powering your content with natural language text-to-speech Adapt for unique reading needs , supporting learning disabilities, visual/auditory impairments, second-language or literacy challenges, and more

Designed for easy transport and quick reference, Pocket Pediatrics, 4th Edition, provides essential pediatric information for practitioners, residents, interns, and medical students. Part of the popular Pocket Notebook series and edited by Dr. Paritosh Prasad and colleagues at the University of Rochester Medical Center, this fully updated volume provides a concise and focused review of all areas of pediatrics in one easy-to-navigate, pocket-sized notebook. Follows the bestselling, looseleaf Pocket Notebook format, featuring bulleted lists, tables, diagrams, and algorithms that make essential facts easy to find and retain Provides key clinical information about common pediatric problems in primary care, emergency medicine, allergy/immunology, cardiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, genetics, nephrology, hematology-oncology, infectious diseases, endocrinology, rheumatology, dermatology, and neurology, as well as the well patient and the patient in ICU Contains a new chapter on Complex and Transitional Care, with topics such as mechanical support and hardware and transitional care from pediatric to adult providers Includes new content on COVID-19, mental health, complex care, and hypokalemia Features a full-color insert packed with dermatologica  

Selected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2025! Offering a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of the field, Hensley’s Practical Approach to Cardiothoracic Anesthesia, Seventh Edition, edited by Drs. Karsten Bartels, Amanda A. Fox, Andrew D. Shaw, Kimberly Howard-Quijano, and Robert H. Thiele, is an ideal reference and review tool for fellows, residents, and practicing anesthesiologists. Concisely written and readily accessible, it combines the depth of a reference book with the no-nonsense guidance of a clinically-oriented handbook. This edition has been newly reorganized for current practice patterns and to better align with the ACGME requirements for adult cardiothoracic anesthesiology. • Presents information in a concise, bulleted format, making it easy to read and absorb key points • Key points are identified at the beginning of each chapter and in the margins with clinical pearls appearing throughout the text • Provides up-to-date coverage of cardiac physiology and pharmacology, pre-procedural patient preparation, anesthetic management of specific disorders and procedures, post-procedural management, and more • Offers the experience and expertise of three new co-editors and nearly 70 contributors from over 35 institutions • Over 30 echocardiography clips demonstrate assessment of valve disorders, arythmias and more.  • A valuable resource for anesthesia residents, fellows in cardiac anesthesia, anesthesiology practitioners, perfusionists, and CRNAs

Covering the range of pathologies that emergency medicine physicians, hospitalists, and internal medicine physicians see daily, A Visual Guide to ECG Interpretation, Third Edition, helps you easily recognize key ECG patterns, test your diagnostic skills, and quickly identify potentially lethal cardiac conditions. Drs. Susan R. Wilcox and David F. M. Brown use a combination of vivid illustrations, detailed annotations, clinical cases, and ECGs to help you recognize and interpret significant features. On the following page, abnormal patterns are enlarged, highlighted in color, and briefly described. The ECGs are presented with and without annotations to better test your diagnostic skills. Features hundreds of illustrations with detailed annotations, notes on underlying conditions, and discussions of abnormalities that help demystify ECG interpretation Depicts critical pathologies for quick recognition, including hyperkalemia, coronary occlusion, and massive pulmonary embolism Provides expanded content on the ECG signs of ischemia and RV strain/failure, BRASH syndrome, the patient with an LVAD or heart transplant, and more The appendix in the VST ebook includes 21 additional ECGs in both plain and annotated form to further hone the reader's interpretation skills. Includes introductory content that reflects anatomic processes and approaches to reading ECGs, emphasizing rate, rhythm, axis, intervals, and ischemia Ideal for clinicians who have a broad understanding of ECGs and need further training on quick recognition of important patterns

With its sweeping coverage of core knowledge across all orthopaedic specialties, AAOS Comprehensive Orthopaedic Review 4 helps you prepare for exams, retain information, and master the knowledge you need for success in clinical practice. Edited by Geoffrey S. Marecek, MD, FAAOS and a team of board-certified section editors, this 3-volume study set effectively prepares you for the Orthopaedic In-Training Examination® (OITE®), the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) Board Certification exam, and other tests, all in a convenient, user-friendly format. Organized by specialty, each of the 151 chapters in volumes 1 and 2 is packed with color images, illustrations, tables, and charts to support the material and help you retain the information. Volume 3 contains more than 450 multiple-choice companion study questions, including the preferred response with additional discussion and explanation of the topics.

Approachable in detail and rich with dynamic illustrations, Snell’s Clinical Neuroanatomy, 9th Edition, is your complete, clinically oriented introduction to neuroanatomy. This easy-to-use text is organized classically by body system, introducing basic components of the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system before moving on to more complex functions. This revised and enhanced 9th Edition reflects the latest clinical approaches to neuroanatomy structures and reinforces concepts with enhanced illustrations, diagnostic images, and surface anatomy photographs. Each chapter begins with clear objectives and a clinical case for a practical introduction to key concepts. Throughout the text, Clinical Notes highlight important clinical considerations. Chapters end with bulleted key concepts, along with clinical problem solving cases and review questions that test students’ comprehension and ensure preparation for clinical application. UPDATED with new, enhanced images, a Color Atlas of Brain presents multiple views of the brain in one place for fast reference and review.  NEW! Coverage of nucleus accumbens strengthens students’ clinical understanding of the motivators behind addiction.   Clinical Cases open each chapter with an emphasis on practical applications of key content.  Clinical Notes highlight relevant conditions, surgeries, physical exams to streamline clinical practice.  Full-color illustrations, diagrams, and photographs clarify complex concepts and structures with vibrant detail.