Medicina

Secondo una prospettiva al tempo stesso etico-filosofica e socio-giuridica, e senza tralasciare la spiegazione scientifica, il

The go-to textbook in general medicine The very best in international medicine from over 900 of the world's greatest clinicians and medical scientists Unparalleled integration of basic science and clinical practice, covering all areas of internal medicine in detail The most comprehensive coverage of infectious diseases to be found in any textbook of medicine An ideal resource for anyone wanting to quickly refresh their knowledge of areas outside their specialism Recognised around the world as the trusted and ultimate reference to the whole of medicine. New to this Edition: Purchasers of the sixth edition get FREE access to the content on Oxford Medicine Online for the life of the edition, including future updates. A new foreword by Professor Sir John Bell. 259 videos, many of them brand new. 96 brand new chapters and over 2000 more pages.

Textbook for Orthodontic Therapists is a comprehensive text specifically designed for orthodontic therapists. Written in an accessible and digestible format, it provides the essential clinical and theoretical knowledge needed for daily clinical practice. Covering learning outcomes required by the examining bodies and the General Dental Council (GDC), it includes topics such as common types of orthodontic appliances, frequently found orthodontic problems, skeletal assessment and classification of malocclusion. It also contains information on subjects relevant to the dental profession for example medical emergencies, clinical governance and more. Written to help the reader understand the role and function of an orthodontic therapist, Textbook for Orthodontic Therapists offers support to those undertaking the Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy and to assist those who already work as orthodontic therapists, helping them in their quest to enhance safe and effective care.

Provides a clear and accessible summary of all stages and aspects of the discovery, design, development, validation and clinical use of anticancer drugs This new edition provides an update on the current state of the art of cancer chemotherapy and clinical practice and presents new pipeline anticancer agents and promising therapeutic strategies that are emerging alongside new breakthroughs in cancer biology. Its unique approach enables students to gain an understanding of the pathological, physiological, and molecular processes governing malignancy, while also introducing the role of health professionals and scientists in the research and treatment of cancer. Invaluable for its clarity and accessibility, Cancer Chemotherapy: Basic Science to the Clinic, 2nd Edition offers complete coverage of the scientific and clinical aspects of the creation, development, and administration of drugs or drug regimens used in the treatment of the disease. Chapters look at: cancer epidemiology and histopathology; carcinogenesis; current research; tumor hypoxia; antiangiogenic and antivascular agents; protein kinase and Ras blockers; new targets associated with development such as Hedgehog and Wnt signaling; stem cells; immunotherapy and oncolytic viruses; and more. Presents a clear, accessible, and comprehensive approach to cancer chemotherapy from basic science to clinical practice Offers a major update that reflects the latest developments in personalized chemotherapy Provides in-depth coverage of advances in biomarker diagnostics Includes new chapters/sections on bioinformatics and the ‘omic sciences’; pharmaceutical strategies used to achieve tumor-selective drug delivery; and cancer cell autophagy Combines descriptions of both clinical protocol and explanations of the drug design process in one self-contained book Features numerous diagrams and illustrations to enhance reader understanding Aimed at upper undergraduate, graduate, and medical students, Cancer Chemotherapy: Basic Science to the Clinic, 2nd Edition is also an excellent reference for health professional, especially clinicians specializing in Clinical Oncology, and their patients who want to gain an understanding of cancer and available treatment options.

In questa terza edizione di Embriologia umana, tutti i capitoli sono stati attentamente aggiornati, rivisti e arricchiti di nu

La medicina periconcezionale è quella branca della medicina materno-fetale che si occupa della coppia prima del concepimento (periodo preconcezionale) e della gravidanza che segue fino alla 22° settimana di gestazione. Colma in questo modo un vuoto specialistico che persiste da circa tre lustri: il vuoto tra la medica della riproduzione e la medicina perinatale.L’obiettivo di questo volume è di sistematizzare una branca che si occupi della coppia desiderosa di prole prima che la gestazione abbia inizio, con il principio di guardarsi bene dal medicalizzare la fisiologia della riproduzione e quello invece di seguirne le movenze per intervenire, se necessario, al momento giusto.In questo modo gli Autori vogliono indirettamente diffondere l’idea che la gravidanza deve essere sempre una scelta ragionata, intelligente ma frutto di amore, e non un caso. La medicina periconcezionale costituisce l’espressione del concetto fondamentale di continuo tra la vita preconcezionale e quella intrauterina e rappresenta un nuovo ponte specialistico, quello riproduttivo-perinatale, che unisce branche affini ma diverse e che ha solide, proprie f ondamenta e ambiti di ricerca e di didattica specifici.  

Urogynaecological problems are one of the most common reasons that women are referred to the hospital services, and can account for up to a fifth of the gynaecological surgery waiting list at any time. Pelvic floor problems can have a huge impact on the patient's quality of life, and therefore should be managed appropriately. Compact, portable, and comprehensive, this new addition to the Oxford Specialist Handbooks in Obstetrics and Gynaecology series covers all aspects of pelvic floor function and dysfunction, and approaches to assessment and management in all compartments (the bladder, reproductive system, and bowel). Special chapters are dedicated to urogynaecological issues in pregnancy and childbirth, and also to the effects of age on the pelvic floor. Covering all material needed for those undertaking the RCOG Advanced Training Skills Module in Urogynaecology and Vaginal Surgery, this is an invaluable guide for both senior general trainees in Gynaecology, and subspecialty trainees in urogynaecology.

Biomechanics and Gait Analysis presents a comprehensive book on biomechanics that focuses on gait analysis. It is written primarily for biomedical engineering students, professionals and biomechanists with a strong emphasis on medical devices and assistive technology, but is also of interest to clinicians and physiologists. It allows novice readers to acquire the basics of gait analysis, while also helping expert readers update their knowledge. The book covers the most up-to-date acquisition and computational methods and advances in the field. Key topics include muscle mechanics and modeling, motor control and coordination, and measurements and assessments. This is the go to resource for an understanding of fundamental concepts and how to collect, analyze and interpret data for research, industry, clinical and sport.

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Designed for the one-semester anatomy and physiology course, Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology assumes no prior science knowledge and supports core topics with clinical applications, making difficult concepts relevant to students pursuing careers in the allied health field. The Learn, Practice, and Access system is used throughout the text and digital content for immediate application. "Learning" outcomes begin the chapter and set the stage for what students will learn, "Practice" questions conclude each major section and help students recall the information they’ve consumed, and "Assess" end-of-chapter resources allow students to confirm their accurate recall of what they learned and practiced. The learn, practice, and assess system is highly effective in providing students with a solid understanding of the important concepts in anatomy and physiology.

La molteplicità di specializzazioni in ambito sanitario, alla quale si accompagna una straordinaria varietà di obblighi, ha co

In questo libro, giunto alla terza edizione, vengono delineate le regole fondamentali da seguire per ottenere una prestazione

Stefano Cagliano, in questa terza edizione ampliata e completamente riveduta, ripercorre l'evoluzione dell'omeopatia dalla sua