Medicina

La patologia vulvare rappresenta un argomento medico di confine tra competenze ginecologiche, dermatologiche e anatomopatologi

Presenting comprehensive and well-integrated coverage of physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical problems, "Pediatric Critical Care Medicine" is a core textbook and clinical reference for pediatric intensivists at all levels of training. It offers thorough preparation for subspecialty certification and recertification examinations and provides a ready reference for specific problems in the clinical setting. An extensive section on organ system physiology and pathophysiology provides the foundation for physiologically based clinical decision-making. Subsequent sections address clinical disorders of each organ system encountered in the pediatric ICU. The clinical chapters are concise and designed for rapid reference. Numerous illustrations and tables complement the text.

This volume provides a summary review of all recently published and ongoing research initiatives related to Tourette Syndrome. The latest research is presented in a clinical context, and controversial issues are fully discussed using an evidence-based approach. These issues include the prevalence of TS, the nature of the TS phenotype, the role of autoimmunity in the development of TS, the role of comorbidity in functional outcomes of TS patients, and approaches to identifying the TS gene/genes. Chapters describe recent advances in neuroimaging, genetics, and treatment. The book includes extensive discussions of co-morbid disorders: obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, mood disorders, and tics.

This is a practical, highly illustrated guide to endodontics for general dental practitioners.

This is a succinct and practical guide that provides a clear overview of ocular inflammatory diseases. The text has been richly illustrated with clinical details and examples. A description of the diagnostic features, investigations, differential diagnosis and management of each condition is presented. The book is primarily intended for trainee ophthalmologists at all levels and should also be of interest to optometrists.

Il volume è firmato da Lucio Sotte, Emilio Minelli, Carlo Maria Giovanardi, Annunzio Matrà e Camillo Schiantarelli.

Questo testo nasce dalla lunga esperienza professionale degli autori ed è il risultato di un lavoro durato quasi tre anni. Pensato per offrire l'opportunità di conoscere le applicazioni in ambito pediatrico della medicina omeopatica, il volume si compone di due parti: nella prima sono illustrati in breve i principi generali su cui si fonda l'omeopatia e ne viene descritta una metodica di applicazione; nella seconda sono esaminati i rimedi omeopatici utilizzati più di frequente nelle singole patologie, sia nei casi acuti, sia in quelli cronici o recidivanti. Un supporto per chi considera l'integrazione tra le diverse discipline mediche fondamentale per garantire il benessere del bambino.

Questo secondo volume è dedicato alla semeiotica cinese, che si avvale di un percorso di approccio al paziente del tutto simile a quello in uso in Occidente fino a pochi decenni orsono (ispezione, auscultazione, interrogatorio e palpazione).

This book represents the state-of-the-art in the field of skin and autoimmune rheumatic diseases. It covers systematically a growing and multifaceted topic which is of great importance in the clinical practice. It also serves as a sharp educational tool as each chapter provides summaries and specific highlights to key references cited into the text. The pathophysiological link between skin involvement and autoimmunity has been explained in detail, as well as diagnostic and therapeutic aspects. This book yields an impressive body of well ordered information which summarizes the experience of a selected panel of distinguished physicians and scientists actively involved in the field of skin immunology and systemic autoimmunity. This book is written by a respected panel of distinguished physician-scientists actively involved in the field of skin immunology and systemic autoimmunity. Box summaries at the end of each chapter highlight important topics. It provides up-to-date basic knowledge as well as modern approach to diagnosis and therapy.

This pocket-size handbook provides brief summaries about the effects of clefts and non-cleft velopharyngeal inadequacy (VPI) on communication development in children. Its clinical focus covers the diagnosis and management of the resulting disorders, with information presented in a quick-reference format, including many bulleted lists, tables, and helpful illustrations. While this book is a complete work on its own, there is some referencing of the larger textbook "Cleft Palate Speech", that provides background on research and theory, as well as additional illustrations.

Don't panic! "Crash Course" is here - that perfect set of lecture notes which no student ever really has the time to compile. These books deliver all of the information needed to get through a course or prepare for exams. Clear text covers the essential concepts of each discipline or specialty; learning features expedite mastery of the material; and review questions let readers assess their knowledge. With basic science books written by current medical students under faculty supervision, and clinical titles that pair senior specialists with doctors who have only recently begun training in the relevant field, "Crash Course" titles are designed to ideally meet the needs of today's medical students.

This pocket book contains the European Resuscitation Council (ERC) Guidelines for Resuscitation 2005 in a concise, quick reference format for practical use in the field. The full guidelines will be published as a Supplement to the journal "Resuscitation" (December 2005) and will also appear in hardback book format (ISBN 0080448704). The clinical guidelines encompass the latest advances in resuscitation science and are evidence-based, providing the reader with an international consensus on best practice for safe and effective resuscitation. The recommendations cover the broad range of resuscitation scenarios that the lay-person or medical professional might encounter, both in and out of hospital. From basic to advanced life support, in adults, children and babies, every physician will find this a useful reference regardless of their experience. The appropriate procedures are presented in a step-by-step, easy to follow format with accompanying artwork to further clarify the necessary actions. Algorithms are used to summarise the key decisions and steps to be taken in each emergency situation. This approach will aid learning and encourage skill retention. Written by opinion leaders in the field of resuscitation, this pocket book is a culmination of the latest scientific evidence evaluated by international experts throughout Europe. These comprehensive guidelines will be an invaluable companion for all healthcare providers in their pursuit of optimum emergency care.