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Transfontanellar Doppler Imaging in Neonates
A. Couture , Corinne Veyrac
editore: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
pagine: 365
This book examines in detail the role of transfontanellar pulsed and color Doppler imaging in the fetus and neonate. After an introductory chapter on the technical aspects of Doppler ultrasonography, its use in the normal neonate is considered. Results of the hemodynamic evaluation of 491 newborns aged from 32 weeks of gestation to 9 months by means of pulsed and color Doppler are reported. Normal values of the resistive index as determined by this technique are documented, and systolic, diastolic, and mean velocities in seven different vessels are presented. It is concluded that Doppler ultrasonography enables reliable analysis of arterial and venous velocities. Subsequent chapters examine the use of transfontanellar Doppler imaging in a variety of commonly encountered pathological conditions, including intracranial hemorrhage, hydrocephalus, hypoxic-ischemic brain damage, pericerebral collections, sinus thrombosis, intacranial infections and brain malformations.
Oculomotor Systems and Perception
Sheldon M. Ebenholz
editore: Cambridge
pagine: 236
This 2001 text was the first to emphasize the role of oculomotor systems in perception. Oculomotor systems that regulate eye movements play an important role in accounting for certain qualities of visual experience. They are implicated in a wide array of perceptual topics, from apparent size, depth, and distance, to apparent slant and vertical orientation. The text begins with a brief introduction to the basic characteristics of such oculomotor systems as those controlling vergence, pursuit, the vestibulo-ocular response, and saccadic eye movements. Also introduced are fundamental concepts in physiological optics. Next explored are mechanisms of perception, with a particular focus on eye movements, and the remarkably diverse implications of oculomotor research, which extend to motion sickness and life in space orbit. Insights into dysfunctional vision are also offered. This book complements standard texts on visual perception, yet may be read independently by those with a modest background in vision science.
Atlas of Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Alan R. Hudson
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Daniel H. Kim
e altri
editore: Saunders (W.B.) Co Ltd
pagine: 316
"Atlas of Peripheral Nerve Surgery "Revised Reprint"" is a replacement for an earlier version published with the ISBN No. 0-7216-7988-9. "Atlas of Peripheral Nerve Surgery" shows by a series of line drawings and cadaver dissection color photographs the surgical approaches commonly used by the authors for various types of nerve lesions. As the only surgical atlas devoted to nerve, it includes vivid, detailed illustrations and color photographs to accompany the concise, step-by-step text.
Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease
Ann M. Coulston
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Cheryl L. Rock
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editore: Academic Press Inc
pagine: 801
As we enter the 21st century, a new era of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of disease emerges. Clinical nutrition involves the integration of diet, genetics, environment, and behavior promoting health and well being throughout life. Expertly edited, "Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease" provides overall perspective and current scientifically supported evidence through in-depth reviews, key citations, discussions, limitations, and interpretations of research findings. This comprehensive reference integrates basic principles and concepts across disciplines and areas of research and practice, while detailing how to apply this knowledge in new creative ways. "Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease" is an essential part of the tool chest for clinical nutritionists, physicians, nurse practitioners, and dieticians in this new era of practice. This book prepares the clinical nutrition investigator or practitioner for a life-long commitment to learning.
It contains information on: diet assessment methodologies; strategies for diet modification; clinical status of herbals, botanicals, and modified food products; preventing common diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and breast cancer through nutrition; the importance of genetic factors; understanding of cultural and socio-economic influences on eating and exercise behaviors and integrating that knowledge with biological or functional markers of disease.
Dendritic Cells
Biology and Clinical Applications
Angus W. Thomson , Michael T. Lotze
editore: Academic Press Inc
pagine: 794
"Dendritic Cells, 2nd Edition" is the new edition of the extremely successful book published in 1998. With the volume of literature on dendritic cells doubling every year, it is almost impossible to keep up. This book provides the most up-to-date synthesis of the literature, written by the very best authors. It is essential reading for any scientist working in immunology, cell biology, infectious diseases, cancer, transplantation, genetic engineering, or the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry. An entirely new section on DC biology is included in this edition. Also new to this edition are chapters on: Imaging; Interaction of dendritic cells with viruses; Dendritic cells and dendrikines, chemokines and the endothelium; Molecules expressed in dendritic cells; Role of dendritic cells in wound healing and atherosclerosis; Delivery of apoptotic bodies; Genetic engineering of dendritic cells; and practical aspects of clinical protocol development.
Principles of Deformity Correction
Dror Paley
editore: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
pagine: 855
Written in an accessible and instructive format, this richly illustrated text covers the analysis, planning, and treatment of lower limb deformities, with a view to teaching deformity correction. A foundation of understanding normal alignment is presented, using new nomenclature that is easy to remember and can even be derived without memorization. The work offers detailed information on deformities and malalignment, radiographic assessment, mechanical and anatomic axis planning, osteotomies, and hardware considerations. The part dealing with planning is further facilitated via an exercise workbook and an animated CD-ROM which is available separately. The methods taught are simple and intuitive.
Public Health in Policy and Practice
A Sourcebook for Health Visitors and Community Nurses
Sarah Cowley
editore: Baillière Tindall
pagine: 316
This book is a key text for health visitors and other community health nurses for whom public health is the key issue for future practice. It examines and defines public health nursing, explores its theoretical basis and provides a guide to practice issues. A range of perspectives will be provided, each evaluated to demonstrate their rationale and implications for practice. Chapters are included on epidemiology, assessment, planning, as well as examples of practice working with both individuals and on a community-wide level.
Imaging the Acutely Ill Patient
A Clinician's Guide
Barry Kelly , Colin McArdle
editore: Saunders (W.B.) Co Ltd
pagine: 144
This is an "on-the-spot" guide for the junior surgeon, junior doctor and A&E trainee. It provides a quick reference guide for times when a radiologist or more senior surgical colleague is not available for consultation. The book highlights what to look for, and when. Guidance is given as to how to assess the image and common mistakes are highlighted. The book is illustrated with examples, and focuses on what the surgeon, A&E doctor and junior doctor needs to know.
Restorative Dental Materials
John M. Powers , Robert Craig
editore: Mosby
pagine: 720
"Restorative Dental Materials" provides thorough, up-to-date coverage of the latest dental materials and backs this with fundamental information needed to correctly use dental materials, in the clinic and dental laboratory. A problem-solving approach is emphasized throughout this book and it incorporates case studies throughout to illustrate concepts in the chapters. At the end of each chapter, students have the opportunity to work through selected problems and verify their solutions. This edition also features major revisions of core concepts such as cements, esthetic materials, and bonding, as well as new chapters on preventive materials and impression materials.
Cardiovascular Pathology
Allen P. Burke
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Andrew Farb
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editore: Saunders (W.B.) Co Ltd
pagine: 576
This succinct text fills the demand for a resource, covering the pathology of cardiovascular diseases. It addresses ischemic heart disease, reviewing the many recent advances that have led to new concepts in cardiovascular pathology and pathophysiology. It emphasizes general approaches to heart examination and outlines expectations and limitations of pathologic assessment of cardiovascular disease. Written by well-known experts in the field, this 2nd edition is completely updated and efficiently reorganized to be more concise and streamlined.
The Molecular Basis of Human Cancer
Gregory J. Tsongalis , William B. Coleman
editore: Humana Press Inc.
pagine: 600
Internationally renowned basic and clinical scientists provide an account of our best current understanding of the genetics of cancer. These authoritative contributors describe in detail each of the known molecular mechanisms governing neoplastic transformation in the breast, prostate, lung, liver, colon, and skin, and in the leukemias and lymphomas. Their discussion illuminates both recent developments and established concepts in epidemiology, molecular techniques, oncogenesis, and mutation mechanisms, as well as the chemical, viral, and physical mechanisms in cancer induction.
Acute Renal Failure
A Companion to Brenner and Rector's the "Kidney"
Bruce Molitoris , William Finn
editore: Saunders (W.B.) Co Ltd
pagine: 538
The most common reason for a renal consult in a hospitalized patient is acute renal failure (ARF). This new companion book to Brenner and Rector's "The Kidney" provides the reader with the complete information necessary to understand, diagnose, and treat this serious and challenging condition. The first part of the book describes recent progress in the understanding of the pathophysiology of ARF, explaining the tremendous strides in the molecular and cellular aspects of cell injury and recovery. The remainder (and majority) of the text emphasizes the clinical spectrum and management of the different disease processes causing ARF. In these chapters, ARF is discussed in terms of its many associated disease processes such as pigment nephropathy, burns, infectious disease, and gastrointestinal and liver disease. This format allows for rapid referral and an in-depth understanding of all clinical aspects of ARF, including its most important aspect of management: to prevent the disease from becoming chronic, ultimately leading to dialysis and then transplantation.
Oral Development and Histology
James K. Avery
editore: Thieme Publishing Group
pagine: 480
Now in a revised and updated third edition, this classic text is the first student-oriented book on the important subject of oral development and histology. For the first time, full color illustrations and histologic radiographs are included to complement and support the expertly written text. The book covers the whole field of oral development and histology, addressing topics such as crown formation, root structures, wound healing, histology of oral mucosa and tonsils, and much more!
Special Features of the new third edition: * Hundreds of color photographs and histologic images side-by-side with the text to enhance your understanding of the subject * "Clinical Applications" show you how to apply this valuable information, bridging the gap between basic science and clinical treatment * New chapters on molecular biology of tooth initiation, induction, enamel, as well as gerontology * Full coverage of the genetics of facial and dental formation and malformation syndromes * Review questions and self-contained study units in every chapter Whether you are a student learning a new field or an experienced practitioner looking for a refresher, Oral Development and Histology, Third Edition is the most comprehensive book available in the field. Highly organized and designed, it will make your work easier and more rewarding!
Procedures and Monitoring for the Critically Ill
Demetrios Demetriades
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George C. Velmahos
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editore: Saunders (W.B.) Co Ltd
pagine: 235
This unique new resource combines an atlas of bedside procedures with comprehensive coverage of the monitoring of critically ill patients to provide guidance on all aspects of treatment-from the ER to the ICU. Over 120 line drawings offer step-by-step depictions of the most commonly performed procedures used by critical care specialists, surgeons, emergency room physicians, and CRNAs. The book's user-friendly format makes it a superb stand-alone resource, and its in-depth coverage of all aspects of procedures and monitoring makes it the perfect companion to "Shoemaker et al: Textbook of Critical Care Medicine".
Pulmonary/Respiratory Therapy Secrets
John E. Heffner , Polly E. Parsons
editore: Hanley & Belfus Inc.
pagine: 539
The new edition of this popular pulmonary/respiratory therapy text in question-and-answer format is completely updated and expanded. The new edition contains expanded coverage of endoscopy.
Principles of Orthopaedic Medicine and Surgery
John N. Delahay , Sam W. Wiesel
editore: Saunders (W.B.) Co Ltd
pagine: 880
Principles of Orthopaedic Medicine and Surgery provides a comprehensive, yet concise, overview of the science and practice of orthopaedics, featuring both non-surgical and surgical treatment strategies, and related specialty areas. This valuable resource contains extensive information about the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, accompanied by detailed illustrations throughout. Includes introductory discussions of the basic science information critical to an understanding of musculoskeletal disease.
Tech's Guide to MRI
Imaging Procedures, Patient Care and Safety
Carolyn Kaut Roth
editore: Blackwell Science Ltd
pagine: 208
Using images and anatomic illustrations, Rad Tech's Guide to MRI: Imaging Procedures, Patient Care, and Safety provides the reader with a quick overview of MRI for quick reference and examination preparation. As part of the Rad Tech's Guide Series, this volume features an overview of anatomy, imaging tips, scanning procedures, and the latest information on protocols--all in the context of patient care and safety. Each book in the Rad Tech's Guide Series covers the essential basics for those preparing for their certifying examinations and those already in practice.
Tech's Guide to MRI
Basic Physics, Instrumentation and Quality Control
William Faulkner
editore: Blackwell Science Ltd
pagine: 120
This handy reference will give the practicing and training technologist a solid understanding of basic MRI principles on which further learning can be built. Beginning with a hardware overview and moving through tissue characteristics, image quality and flow imaging, Rad Techa s Guide to MRI: Basic Physics, Instrumenation, and Qaulity Control should be used as both an introduction and an examination preparation tool. Each book in the Rad Techa s Guide Series covers the essential basics for those preparing for their certifying examinations and those already in practice.
Human Papillomaviruses
Clinical and Scientific Advances
Jane C. Sterling , Steven K. Tyring
editore: Hodder Arnold
pagine: 160
"Human Papillomaviruses" combines a discussion of up-to-date research findings with clinical features, the treatments presently available and future directions for therapy. Written for clinicians, who need to keep up-to-date with the basic science but also want practical information to apply to clinical cases, it will also be of interest to scientists who need a clinical background to their research. In order to achieve this balance, the respected editors have recruited a number of scientists eminent in their particular areas of HPV research, as well as clinicians with wide experience in dealing with the medical challenges of treating warts.
Evidence-based Health Care
How to Make Health Policy and Management Decisions
Muir Gray
editore: Churchill Livingstone
pagine: 480
This is a textbook on evidence based decision making for healthcare, medical and nurse managers. Recently the evidence based medicine movement has been one of the most important influences on medicine. It involves the basing of clinical decisions on the best available evidence from systematic research. This book explains how evidence based decision making can be applied to health policy and management decisions about groups of patients and populations, rather than decisions about the treatment of individuals. Its first edition was well reviewed and highly successful, and this new edition builds upon the success of the first.
