Medicina

Based on the author's extensive clinical and teaching experience, this textbook and reference guide provides a comprehensive review of both the French (after Nogier) and Chinese schools of acupuncture. The book offers a detailed description of the anatomy and morphology of the ear, acupoints on the ear and their localizations, as well as specific points for ear acupuncture. Dr. Rubach, with over twenty years experience as a practitioner and teacher of ear acupuncture, provides valuable information in a clear, easy-to-read format. Learn how to use ear acupuncture safely and effectively with large-format, graphic illustrations that clearly display the location of the points and methods of auriculotherapy. Then test your knowledge with the accompanying CD-ROM! Versatile and easy to follow, you can quiz each system in two ways: by pointing your "needle" to the correct place on the ear, or by matching the named location to a point. The program tracks your work and records how well you've done, making a useful study guide! Basic principles and specific treatments are explained, including: - Outstanding description of the anatomy and morphology of the ear - A critical review of different methods of stimulation - Therapeutic point combinations - Quick Reference section on acupoints and localization - A question and answer section for instant review Also includes special sections on the use of acupuncture in pregnancy, obstetrics, gynecology, and dentistry. Filled with tips for daily practice, this reference guide for students and practitioners is one you will reach for again and again!

This major reference, now in its fourth edition, updates and advances the field of diagnostic medical parasitology and reports on the dramatic changes that have occurred in this field. Newly recognized parasites, alternative diagnostic techniques defined by new regulatory requirements, implementation of testing based on molecular techniques, expanded tables and photographs, and new information on parasitic infections are included. The first section of this book includes comprehensive discussions of individual parasites and provides information related to life cycles, morphology, clinical disease in both immunocompetent and compromised patients, diagnosis, treatment, epidemiology, and prevention.The second half of the book offers clear, concise, comprehensive, and well-organized diagnostic procedures for use in the clinical laboratory, including techniques for parasite identification that are relevant throughout the world. The pros and cons of various test options are included throughout the diagnostic section of the book. New in the Fourth Edition: Expanded life cycles and algorithms; new photographs and illustrations; expanded, updated text; new tables; new diagnostic procedures; expanded information on diagnostic kits; review of test order options/relevance; product/method photographs; expanded 'Late-Breaking' published information.

This work includes everything the ophthalmologist needs to know about the different surgical techniques used with intraocular lenses (IOLs), as well as the theory behind using these techniques to treat various conditions, in a well-written format. More comprehensive than any other IOL book available, this solid reference presents a broad, balanced perspective, with coverage of indications, surgical techniques, and complications of IOLs. Full-colour artwork and up-to-date information detail the variety of intraocular lenses on the market. "Intraocular Lenses in Cataract Refractive Surgery" offers a comprehensive examination of key topics that any ophthalmic specialist needs to know.

Instant Notes in Medicinal Chemistry provides concise coverage for undergraduates studying medicinal chemistry as part of a science, pharmacy or medical course. It is a truly multidisciplinary subject involving such subject specialities as organic chemistry, pharmacology, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, toxicology, genetics and computer modeling. It concentrates on the fundamental principles of medicinal chemistry and assumes no more than elementary background of chemistry or biology.

This extensively illustrated book provides an accessible and up-to-date introduction to obstetric anaesthesia and analgesia. With only three principal authors, there is a consistency of style within a comprehensive textbook that presents the basic science, pharmacology and clinical practice relevant to obstetric anaesthesia. Chapters cover topics such as analgesia during labour, anaesthesia and postoperative analgesia for caesarean delivery, major obstetric and anaesthetic complications, evaluation of the foetus and resuscitation of the neonate, and common clinical scenarios such as management of pre-eclampsia, obesity, multiple gestation and co-existing disease.

Although hair is not essential for health and survival in humans as it is in other mammals, changes in hair growth density, pattern or alterations in its color and texture can often lead to distress. In addition, these types of changes can indicate underlying systemic disease, including endocrine, genetic, metabolic, or nutritional and psychiatric disorders. An Atlas of Hair and Scalp Diseases explores the enormous range of changes in hair and its growth.The atlas contains over 200 carefully selected color illustrations accompanied by concise clinical information on diagnosis, practical management, and recent advances in our knowledge and understanding of each disorder. In nine chapters, it provides a comprehensive view of the basic physiology of hair growth, congenital and hair shaft abnormalities, including cosmetic damage to hair, loss and overgrowth of hair, and abnormalities of the scalp, including inflammatory, infective and malignant skin disease.While not life-threatening, hair and scalp disease are widespread and cause much distress. Physicians regularly see patients suffering from these problems. A one-of-a-kind book, An Atlas of Hair and Scalp Diseases provides access to a comprehensive collection of physical signs and concise guidance to their significance that will aid in quick and correct diagnoses and improved management and care for patients.

This book provides a substantial knowledge base in fetal/neonatal medicine and a wealth of insight into the art and practice of neonatal medicine. Written by over 100 experts in neonatal medicine, this mini-textbook in question & answer format covers a wide range of disciplines such as cardiology, dermatology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, hematology, immunology, and nephrology.

Topics include stroke risk factors, intensive care of cerebrovascular disease, medical and surgical therapy to prevent stroke, restorative therapy, and new prospects in stroke therapy.

This very well-known Mosby's "Oncology Nursing" text offers a comprehensive overview of the specialty in a manageable size and price. This edition expands on the previous edition with more disease, treatment and supportive care chapters. Also included are multiple-choice questions for review and practice for the certification exam.

Infection control is now a major issue in clinical practice. The second edition of this highly successful book provides a comprehensive guide to the principles and practice of infection control and prevention, and the basic elements of microbiology and epidemiology that underpin them. This revised edition contains new illustrations to aid understanding, updated references, and new material on emerging pathogens, antimicrobial resistance and clinical governance. The evidence-base for infection control practice has been fully revised to take into account new research and guidance, and many sections, such as isolation, routine infection control precautions and the epidemiology of infection have been expanded. The contents are firmly based in clinical practice and relevant to both hospital and community settings. The information is research-based and extensively referenced, and therefore provides an invaluable resource for evidence-based practice. Presentation is clear, concise and accessible to a wide audience, including diploma and degree course students, nurses and allied health professionals working in clinical settings, and infection control specialists.

Thoroughly revised and updated, the second edition of the popular gynaecology reference, "Operative Gynecology", includes comprehensive coverage of current technologies such as: laser procedures techniques in tubal surgery; and surgical aspects of reproductive technologies. Organized according to the conventional division of benign gynecology, reproductive endocrinology, and gynecologic oncology, this edition contains even more clear illustrations and detailed photographs of operative procedures.

The series - "A Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice" - is designed to provide trainee surgeons in higher surgical training with an excellent learning and revision resource and busy practicing surgeons with a regular update in a particular sub-specialty interest. Produced to a very tight schedule, each volume in the series gives a current and succinct summary of all the key topics within the specialty and concentrates on recent developments. To meet the increasing interest in evidence-based medicine, authors have cited whenever available, the meta analysis of randomised controlled trials and identified key references within the text which support evidence-based practice. Other titles in the series are: "Core Topics In General and Emergency Surgery 2nd Edition" - Paterson-Brown, "Colorectal Surgery 2nd Edition" - Phillips, "Breast Surgery" - Farndon, "Endocrine Surgery" - Fardon. "Vascular and Endovascular Surgery" - Beard and Gaines, "Transplantation Surgery: Current Dilemmas 2nd Edition" - Forsythe, and "Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery 2nd Edition" - Griffin & Raimes.

Il libro si apre con un'introduzione che ne chiarisce gli obiettivi: informare le donne di tutte le età su rimedi, trattamenti