Libri di Teofilo

Il volume, oggi in una seconda edizione rinnovata e aggiornata, intende fornire a docenti e studenti uno strumento agile ma sc

This question-and-answer formatted book provides a complete yet focused review of sleep medicine. It is geared to physicians who wish to assess their knowledge of sleep medicine and will be of interest to neurologists, pulmonologists, psychiatrists, otolaryngologists, and respiratory and sleep technologists. The distribution of questions mimics the sleep medicine boards. The book focuses on sleep evaluation and provides strong coverage of sleep physiology. Detailed explanations and educational objectives accompany every answer. A companion Website will present the questions and answers in the book in electronic format.

"Fundamentals of Sleep Technology" provides a thorough understanding of the use of polysomnography and other technologies in the evaluation and management of sleep disorders. Coverage includes in-depth reviews of the neurophysiology and cardiopulmonary aspects of sleep, along with the pathophysiology of sleep disorders. Detailed sections on polysomnography include recording procedures, identifying and scoring sleep stages and sleep-related events, and report generation. Chapters discuss therapeutic interventions including positive airway pressure, supplemental oxygen, surgical and pharmacologic treatments, and patient education. A section focuses on pediatric sleep disorders and polysomnography. Also included are chapters on establishing and managing a sleep center and accrediting a sleep program. "Fundamentals of Sleep Technology" is endorsed by American Association of Sleep Technologists (AAST). AAST committees oversaw the development of this book, defining the table of contents, recruiting the Editors, and providing most of the contributors.

Il volume risponde alle esigenze espresse dalla recente introduzione dei Corsi di Laurea in Scienze e Tecnologie Alimentari de

This important new book is a comprehensive and highly practical reference on all aspects of sleep disorders edited by and with contributions by the major authorities on contemporary sleep medicine. The most user-friendly book on the diagnosis and management of sleep disorders, this text is authoritative enough to stand as the major reference in the field and practical enough for everyday use in the office or sleep center.