This comprehensive, up-to-date, and readable text covers all aspects of gynecology, including reproductive endocrinology, gynecological oncology, and urogynecology, with an emphasis on clinical management throughout. Its five principal sections examine basic principles and investigations, reproductive medicine, benign and malignant tumours, urogynecological disorders, and women's reproductive health. Extensive coverage of the entire specialty Fully illustrated and referenced Contributions from gynecologists worldwide Features excellent coverage of STDs, PID, and urinary tract infection Presents new material on molecular biology adolescent gynecology evidence-based care and risk management strategies. Addresses the importance of outpatient surgery. Examines general surgical procedures performed by gynecologists. Offers stronger surgical coverage enhanced by new illustrations.

The Sixth Edition of Dr. Haines's best-selling neuroanatomy atlas features a stronger clinical emphasis, with significantly expanded clinical information and correlations. More than 110 new images--including MRI, CT, MR angiography, color line drawings, and brain specimens--highlight anatomical-clinical correlations. Internal spinal cord and brainstem morphology are presented in a new format that shows images in both anatomical and clinical orientations, correlating this anatomy exactly with how the brain and its functional systems are viewed in the clinical setting. A new chapter contains over 235 USMLE-style questions, with explained answers. This edition is packaged with Interactive Neuroanatomy, Version 2, an interactive CD-ROM containing all the book's images.

Featuring over 1,700 large-size illustrations and unique, effective pedagogy, the Fourth Edition of Dr. Greenspan's best-seller is the ideal teaching text on musculoskeletal imaging for radiologists and orthopedists at every level of training. It covers all orthopedic problems and imaging modalities and offers indispensable guidance on selecting cost-effective imaging techniques. This edition includes new illustrations of MRI, digital radiography, 3-D CT, and other advanced imaging methods and new information on fat suppression techniques in MR imaging. Also included are additional differential diagnosis tables, new tables summarizing salient features of disorders, and improved illustration captions beginning with the diagnosis in boldface.

Reviews of progress in the 30-year "war on cancer" have been mixed. Yes, the incidence and death rates of cancer have been declining for the past decade. But these trends pale in comparison with the dramatic declines for heart disease and stroke. If current trends continue, cancer is expected to be the leading cause of death in the United States by 2010. What is most disconcerting is that this would not have to be the case if only we put into practice what we already know about the prevention and early detection of cancer. With this as the challenge, Dr. Alberto Manetta presents Cancer Prevention and Early Diagnosis in Women in order to "furnish health care providers with the information needed for the assessment of risk, prevention, and early diagnosis of cancer in women." He has brought together 17 authors with expertise in the etiology, prevention, and early detection of cancer. Each of the major cancers that afflict women -- lung, breast, colorectal, and skin -- is covered, with special emphasis on gyneco

In the 5th Edition of this important text, practical, concise information on intensive care is presented in a clear and accessible style. The text covers a broad spectrum of intensive care medicine with enough detail to eliminate the need to refer to a larger reference book. This thoroughly revised and updated edition reflects the best and most current practices from leading international centres. Presents completely redrawn illustrations for increased understanding, consistency and accessibility. Offers practical, concise information on all aspects of intensive care, presented in a clear and accessible style. The fully updated contents reflect best practice from leading international centers. This is a working textbook that covers the broad spectrum of intensive care medicine, providing sufficient detail on each topic, without the need to refer to large reference books. Provides a new section on Shock with 5 new chapters: Shock - an overview, Haemodynamic monitoring, Monitoring

This definitive reference presents the most comprehensive, clinically relevant coverage of nutrition in enteral and tube feeding. The New Edition has been completely revamped by a multidisciplinary editorial team to reflect all of the latest technology and nutritional knowledge, as well as the new, collaborative nature of contemporary clinical practice. Plus, a new bonus CD-ROM delivers self-assessment questions and answers, a drug formulary, and a dosage calculator.

Ophthalmology at a Glance is a concise textbook written as part of the highly successful at a Glance series. The book follows the classic format of topics laid out in a double page spread, with clear diagrams illustrating the essential information and supporting the main text. This makes learning and understanding a topic more simple and effective. Ophthalmology at a Glance is written to provide a straightforward and easy-to-use guide for the Ophthalmology course. The introductory section includes an overview of the subject and it's sub-specialities, an outline of what exact knowledge and skills medical students and junior doctors need to acquire, and covers the social and occupational aspects of vision. A guide to History and Examination techniques is followed by the key detail on common problems and diseases. The book is divided into 13 sections covering: Principles of ophthalmology Ophthalmic History and Examination Correction of refractive errors Basic eye examination Acute ophthalmology Gr

The Secrets Series[registered]" is breaking new ground again. This volume in the very popular "Secrets Series[registered]" is back in an exciting, updated, and completely redesigned third edition. A new, two-color page layout, a more portable size, and a list of the Top 100 Secrets in obstetrics and gynecology help readers to better meet the challenges they face today. And, at no extra charge, purchasers also receive online access to the complete contents of the text via Elseviers innovative website. Readers will still find all of the features they rely on the "Secret Series[registered]" for a question- and -answer format, lists, mnemonics, and tables and an informal tone that make reference fast and easy. No matter what questions arise in practice or while preparing for boards, this updated third edition has the answers in print and online.

From its superior illustrations and striking full-color design to its abundant special features, it's easy to see why it's been the #1 pediatric nursing text for over 20 years. It provides readers with the essential information they need to deliver safe and accurate care. Divided into two logical parts, the first half of the book focuses on child development and health promotion by age group and lays the foundation for the second half of the book which addresses specific health problems organized by body systems. Text focuses on the family throughout by emphasizing the role and influence of the family in health and illness Utilizes the nursing process format to present nursing care for major diseases and disorders. Guidelines boxes throughout the text provide step-by-step instructions for performing specific skills or procedures Emergency Treatment boxes provide quick reference in critical situations Nursing Care Plans incorporate patient- and family-centered goals and inc

The author John L. Fox shares his many years of teaching and surgery through more than three hundred illustrations and photographs (including over one hundred in color). Dr. Fox has published many works on neuroscience and clinical neurosurgery and is well-known for his color images of live neurosurgical anatomy as viewed through the operating microscope. Historic techniques, instrumentation and positioning, photographic techniques, cranial anatomy and the cranial flap, and intracranial anatomy as seen from the frontolateral or pterional approach are clearly discussed and illustrated from the operating (right sided) surgeons' perspective. The operations seen in this atlas for the main part involve aneurysms and some tumors. Directed toward neurosurgeons, neuroscientists, and anatomists, the book is intended to serve as an atlas of anatomy as well as a guide to clinical neurosurgery.

...a portable paperback reference, providing "how-to" guidance, step-by-step instructions for every diagnostic and therapeutic procedure in adult critical care, and graphic illustrations.

The 4th Edition of this comprehensive, thoroughly updated resource correlates basic pathophysiogic principles with the radiologic, pathologic, and clinical aspects of disease to provide an integrated, user-friendly approach to the study of pulmonary medicine. It introduces basic anatomic and physiologic concepts; shows how to recognize and evaluate patients presenting with respiratory disease; and helps the reader to be better prepared to choose the very latest and most effective treatments. Guides the reader through the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology relevant to each disease classification to develop a conceptual framework, and then focuses on the clinical aspects and treatment of specific diseases. Highlights key points in margin notes to facilitate review. Present the relevant physiology for each class of disorders, and then discusses specific diseases within the class.

This exciting and timely volume presents the principles for the primary prevention of chronic conditions by exercise. It discusses the health consequences of inactivity, the biologic basis for the benefits of physical activity, and presents strategies for combating the sedentary-living epidemic. Packed with figures, graphs, and tables for easy access. Presents guidelines for exercise and tips on counseling patients and encouraging them to undertake exercise programs "Key Points" sections focus on the most important aspects of exercise An Attractive two-color format highlights the text "Pros" and "cons" feature delineates new and controversial issues An introductory section on "What's Hot" focuses on the cutting-edge aspects

When your health is at risk, you want to consider everyoption. In Alternative Cures, three hundred of America’s top doctors andnatural healers–herbalists, nutritionists, homeopaths, andnaturopaths–share more than one thousand safe and effectiveremedies for many health concerns. Inside you’ll discover ? a nutrient that blocks the side effects of arthritisdrugs ? a two-nutrient combo that can help cure chronic fatigue ? an herbal “cocktail” that stops common flu symptoms intwenty-four hours ? an amino acid that works as well as Viagra ? a group of remedies that rein in high blood pressure ? a natural hormone cream that rebuilds bones ? a home remedy that stops sugar cravings immediately Plus, there are easy-to-follow illustrations of healing exercisesand pain-relieving pressure points–along with guidance on when toseek a professional. Alternative Cures provides not only healthadvice but peace of mind. “A valuable resource of alte

The new edition of this popular handbook features 545 illustrations，new ＆thoroughly updated imaging protocols，bulleted key facts on technique and differential diagnosis，a new chapter on degenerative brain disorders， and more。 Univ。of North Carolina， Chapel Hill。Selection for neuroradiology residents and clinicians。Presents images of all common neurologic diseases and key facts about techniques and differential diagnosis。Previous edition：c1995。Halftone illustrations。Softcover。DNLM： Central Nervous System Diseases--radiography handbooks。

This well-illustrated textbook presents a concise, "essentials" approach to the pathologic processes most likely to be diagnosed using medical imaging. It familiarizes readers with the radiographic appearance and origins of the disease or injury, as well as the likely prognosis, in order to produce radiographs of optimal quality. Organized by body system, each chapter begins with an explanation of anatomy and physiology before moving on to imaging considerations. This edition includes the most current information on new imaging techniques such as MRI, CT, ultrasound, and PET scanning. Instructor resources are available.

Never before has essential diagnostic guidance been so quick and convenient to access! In conjunction with Amirsys Inc., W.B. Saunders is pleased to present a new family of pocket-sized diagnostic imaging resources unlike any other clinical references available. These titles are being offered both in paperback format, and as software for personal digital assistants (PDAs). Each volume explores the 100 most important diagnoses in a particular radiologic specialty. And, each volume features the authorship of a prominent expert in that specific area. Consistent, bulleted guidelines and crisply reproduced images make it remarkably easy to instantly confirm or rule out a diagnosis. The result is an on-the-go source for the information radiologists need to interpret images with confidence. 16 volumes cover a wide range of radiologic specialties, including musculoskeletal imaging · head and neck imaging · neuroimaging · chest imaging · ultrasound · cardiac imaging · spine imaging · vascular imaging ·

Thoroughly revised and updated,the second edition of the popular gynecology reference 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 additional clear illustrations and detailed photographs of operative procedures.

The new edition of Community Health & Wellness has been expanded to build on the popular concepts presented in the first. This fully updated edition examines the factors influencing community health and development in the new century, including the first scholarly analysis of online communities. Anne McMurray's strong ecological perspective is retained and developed, and forms the framework within which the author examines how risks to the environment create risks to developing capacity.The text is multidisciplinary in its approach and discusses highly contemporary issues such as developing a health focus for communities, community assessment, occupational health and safety, women's and men's health, rural and remote communities, and migrant and indigenous populations. Through many new case studies and examples, Community Health and Wellness examines in detail the health of communities and their interdependence, both with each other and with their environments.

This is the recognized source for information on the genetic aspects of obstetrics & gynecology as it relates to common gynecologic disorders, gynecologic cancers, and sex differentiation. The text offers a practical review of basic principles of genetics, assuming no prior knowledge. Two of the best-known experts in the field offer a practical review of the basic principles of genetics--as well as the most current advances--that can be immediately applied to obstetric and gynecologic practice. Discusses prenatal diagnosis as well as gynecologic disorders. Offers systemic genetic coverage of reproductive conditions. Assumes no prior knowledge of the subject Offers expanded coverage of prenatal genetic diagnosis. Discusses the hottest topics in the field including new molecular techniques for prenatal genetic diagnosis, new developments in pre-implantation genetic diagnosis, as well as information on fetal cells in maternal blood. Features new coverage of congenital malforma

This key resource aims to provide a concise but clear and comprehensive account of the principles and current practices of sterilization, disinfection and infection control. Sterilization: Included in the third edition are the low temperature sterilization technologies based on gas plasma but also incorporating contributions from vapour phase hydrogen peroxide and peracetic acid. Decontamination by vapour phase hydrogen peroxide, as used in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, is described, as is the application of a self-contained liquid peracetic acid system to the decontamination of flexible endoscopes. Disinfection: Results of recent investigations into the heat resistance of bacterial spores are discussed, along with recognition of the inadequacy of some currently recommended inactivation procedures for the extraordinarily resistant prions. The prevalence of biofilm formation and its importance in protecting entrained microorganisms from the action of chemical disinfectant

This is the premier resource for urologic oncology. The cornerstone title in the field of urologic oncology, all of the information you need is written in a concise format by recognized experts. This edition includes expanded sections on laparascopy, the use of MR imaging to identify prostate tumors, and advances in brachytherapy - all of which makes this book a must have for all urology practices.