Immunology at a Glance is designed to be a concise, readily accessible introduction and revision aid for undergraduate medical and science students. Following the now familiar, easy-to-use format, each topic is presented as a double-page spread with key facts accompanied by clear, informative line diagrams illustrating the essential points. The seventh edition of this popular immunology textbook has been completely updated to ensure that core knowledge about immunology is summarized in the At a Glance format. The new edition of Immunology at a Glance: ·condenses the subject into 41 double-page spreads, each corresponding roughly to a 50 minute lecture ·presents a schematic diagram on the left page and a concise explanation on the right showing the mechanisms involved in immunological processes ·has been completely updated with particular emphasis on recent understanding of the genetic basis of immune responses Immunology at a Glance will continue to appeal to all students

The Kidney at a Glance presents the information required by medical students in the concise, easy to learn format of the At a Glance series. The familiar double page spread format of one page of illustrations and one page of text for each topic is used to present the kidney and urinary tract, starting with basic anatomy and physiology, and working up to the pathologies and presentations of renal and urinary tract disease.The full range of topics includes the difficult areas of water and salt homeostasis, acid-base balance as well as the endocrine and secretory functions of the kidney which includes the renin-angiotensin system and erythropoietin production. A unique chapter covers the Molecular Genetics of kidney disease, including polycystic kidney disease and other disorders.The book covers all aspects of basic science relevant to the kidney and will be of interest to medical students following both traditional and integrated courses and students of nursing with an interest in the renal system. USMLE, MRCP

This book/CD-ROM helps users master the art of color selection to achieve the best esthetic results in dental procedures, such as those related to cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, and prosthodontics. It covers everyday dental techniques that require the dentist to precisely match dental materials to patients' teeth. The book's nine easy-to-read chapters serve as a basis for color training - from colorimetry and the properties of natural teeth, to the specifics of color perception and reproduction of color. The accompanying CD-ROM uses interactive color-block exercises to train and test users on discerning lightness, hue, and chroma changes, as well as total color differences. 作者简介： Rade Paravina; and John M. Powers, PhD, Professor, Department of Restorative Dentistry and Biomaterials, Director, Houston Biomaterials Research Center, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Dental Branch, Houston, TX

Don't leave home without it - a sure-fire hit for virtually all of your medical science and general medical teaching。 Few things at university will last you from Freshers' Week to Finals。but this book should！ It is hard to see how other medical textbooks will not be deficient compared to this one, with its numerous outstanding features - full colour photos and text, summary and "at a glance" boxes and coverage of all the medical sciences, clinical skills and clinical topics in a fully integrated fashion。 It's almost as if the pertinent parts of the standard pre-clinical texts have been cut and pasted into a book written by doctors, for doctors-to-be。 Medical students have had to wait a long time for this kind of book to come along，SHO - London。

Nausea and vomiting is one of the earliest, commonest and most distressing symptoms associated with pregnancy. However, it is often dismissed as a normal consequence of early pregnancy without acknowledging the immense impact it can have on women and their families. In her latest book, Denise Tiran examines both traditional and complementary approaches to the care of women with this distressing condition. Different theories on the causes of nausea in pregnancy, as well as the current evidence supporting the use of acupuncture, reflexology, herbal remedies and hypnotherapy are discussed. No idea or therapy is discarded and all are properly researched and analysed, with no preconceived ideas or artificial categorisation applied. Finally, the author draws together the two themes of orthodoxy and alternative medicine to present an integrated and holistic approach to care in which complementary therapies can be integrated into conventional maternity care in order to enhance the care of pregnant women.

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.

Introducing a brand-new volume of The Core Curriculum--a series of textbooks that will be indispensable as guides for radiology residents' rotations and study tools for written boards or recertification exams. Each volume of The Core Curriculum focuses on one key area--such as ultrasound, neuroradiology, cardiopulmonary imaging, head-and-neck imaging, or interventional radiology--and features key review points and sample board-format questions and answers. The user-friendly presentation includes chapter outlines...tables...bulleted lists...boxed text...margin notes...key review points...hundreds of illustrations...and an easy-to-follow layout.

This book addresses the prevalence and risks of obesity and how primary care physicians should approach evaluation and treatment for the obese patient. Chapters include succinct explanations on the prevalence of obesity, how food intake leads to weight gain, and how the primary care physician should treat the obese patient, including new drug therapies, the risks and benefits of herbal preparations, and behavioral modifications. George Bray is a renowned expert in the field of obesity, and has brought many of obesity's "big players" into the book as contributors. The chapters are current, concise, and review the most relevant information in the field.

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

Univ. College London, UK. Basic introduction to the underlying concepts of medical statistics and guide to commonly used procedures. Key features include: worked examples to accompany each topic, and emphasis on computer analysis of data rather than hand calculations. To be used as a reference and revision summary. Softcover.

Reproductive Medicine Secrets covers all practical aspects of reproductive medicine with particular focus on the rapidly expanding field of assisted reproduction technology, male infertility evaluation and treatment. With the tremendous advances in assisted reproductive technology and management in male and female reproductive disorders witnessed in recent years, reproductive medicine is considered the most rapidly expanding field of medicine in this past decade. New concepts regarding various reproductive disorders have continued to evolve and treatment strategies continued to be developed. Complemented with the increasing awareness of the availability of such treatments, there is currently an enormous increase in the volume of patients demanding infertility evaluation and management. Hence physicians currently in practice or in training have an existing and urgent demand for state-of-the-art knowledge on reproductive medicine. Tables and bulleted lists for quick reference Controversial is

NURSING LEADERSHIP,covers contemporary concepts in leadership and management and their application to nursing practice. In addition to covering the fundamentals, a wide range of current topics are addressed including:change management, contemporary approaches to nursing care delivery & health outcomes evaluation; developing & enhancing quality in nursing practice;research-based practice; cultural change processes; shared governance; development & leadership of staff; quality of work life issues;quality work environments and industrial relations. Nursing Leadership provides a fresh, innovative approach to the topic and is designed to stimulate interest in theory and concepts as well as providing the reader with strategies that cab be readily tested and applied in practice.

This textbook covers the whole of ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery, i.e., eyelid, lacrimal, orbital, and socket surgery, at a basic level. It is aimed at ophthalmologists worldwide. It covers what any fully trained ophthalmologist should know about the subject, to enable him/her to practise with competence and confidence.

...talks readers through the radiologic work-up of commonly-encountered clinical problems affecting the CNS, chest, abdomen, and pelvis...organized by symptom & offering advice from the experts...with over 200 images.

Updated and revised to reflect recent diagnostic and therapeutic advances, this popular quick reference guide provides the practical knowledge needed to diagnose and manage children with congenital and acquired heart disease. It explains whether the patient should be referred to a pediatric cardiologist or managed by the primary care practitioner. It also features the latest blood pressure measuring techniques, new recommendations by the National Committee on infective endocarditis prophylaxis, cardiovascular manifestations of HIV infection, and includes pediatric drug dosage tables.

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 text provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the treatment of patients with dentures, a topic rarely covered in other books, despite the fact that thousands of patients require them. It offers a thorough understanding of the functional and esthetic implications of edentulism, as well as information on the behavioral and clinical aspects of diagnosis and treatment. With topics ranging from treatment modalities to tooth-supported prostheses to both immediate and complete dentures, this valuable resource gives the basic information necessary to treat the edentulous patient. This edition continues to focus on implant prosthodontics, as more and more people choose to make this simple, effective, affordable option a part of their treatment.

This classic and well-respected book has been entirely updated, from the latest information, to a colorful new design and extensive color illustrations. Previously published as Outline of Periodontics, this edition has grown into a more comprehensive, heavily referenced, authoritative text. It examines disease of the tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth, and it helps general dental practitioners prevent tooth loss in their patients through establishing a treatment plan that emphasizes periodontal health. One of the most respected UK textbooks on periodontology. Comprehensive material covers both the scientific background of periodontics, as well as the treatment of patients. An acclaimed chapter on periodontal considerations in restorative dentistry highlights this important topic. The appearance of the book has been entirely reworked to include color photos throughout, color highlights to line diagrams, and shaded tables to enhance the clarity of material. New an

This excellent atlas features coverage of all infections, with a liber al use of illustrations and tables. Includes coverage of epidemiology, antimicrobial drugs, clinical infections, microbial agents, microbact eria, fungi, and parasites.

There is now a vast array of imaging modalities available for diagnostic use. Junior doctors are now faced with a range of complex and sophisticated imaging techniques – radioisotopes, ultrasound, CT and MRI are all used to demonstrate human anatomy and pathology affecting internal organs. Diagnostic Imaging is an introductory textbook that provides a balanced account of all the imaging modalities available to the practising clinician, explaining the techniques used and the indications for their use. The beautifully written text is organised by body system and covers all anatomical regions. Under each region, the authors discuss the imaging techniques available for that region and give guidelines for interpreting normal images. They then discuss the common diseases and signs that can be seen using each modality, illustrating these clinical problems with normal and abnormal images. In this new edition there is coverage of plain film, ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, radionuc

The new edition of this landmark atlas and text builds on the strengths of the previous two editions, with step-by-step guidance to every surgical procedure in head and neck surgery. The book is lavishly illustrated in full colour, with almost 2,600 illustrations, over 2,100 of which are in full colour. New chapters are included on genetics of head and neck cancer, rehabilitation after surgery, implants and prostheses and orbital tumours, and there are chapters reviewing other treatment options in the field (radiation therapy and medical oncology) as they relate to the overall management and outcome of the patient. There will be expanded chapters on reconstruction after ablation and surgery of the larynx and trachea, and all new surgical techniques will be included. Covers all aspects of head and neck surgery in detail. Reviews every type of tumor, both benign and malignant. Includes surgery for other head and neck disorders, such as tracheal stenosis Provides step-by-step guidance wit

Thoroughly updated for its Fifth Edition, this best-selling text is the only anesthesiology book with a case-based, problem-oriented approach. The unique format of case presentations with questions and detailed explanations hones clinical decision-making skills and offers excellent review preparation for both written and oral exams. Organized by organ system, the book covers 60 surgical procedures and problems in anesthesiology. Each chapter presents a case and asks questions about pathophysiology, symptoms, diagnosis, preoperative evaluation, intraoperative management, and postoperative care. Questions are followed by thorough explanations, with tables, illustrations, and references for further review. This edition includes new chapters on liver transplantation, low back pain/chronic pain, and tonsillectomy. New contributors have rewritten chapters on tracheoesophageal fistula; tetralogy of Fallot; transposition of the great arteries; postoperative hemorrhage with cardiac tamponade; brain tumor and craniotom

This comprehensive New Edition describes all of the latest scientific and clinical advances in the field of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). A new editorial teamjoined by a superb group of international authoritiesexamine every aspect of IBDincluding etiology and pathogenesis, diagnosis and evaluation, medical and surgical therapy, and more. A wealth of expanded coverage, additional international contributors, extensive updating throughout, and numerous diagnostic and therapeutic algorithms make this an essential resource. Emphasizes evidence-based medicine in the section on medical therapy. Features a detailed de*ion of inflammatory and immunologic pathways, allowing the reader to fully understand the contributing influences to the inflammation of IBD. Presents separate chapters on molecular genetics and clinical genetics for more in-depth coverage of each aspect of inflammatory bowel disease genetics. Provides a comprehensive review of IBD through abundant, high-quality endosc

This new text outlines a practical framework for treating both common and uncommon emergencies in the dental office. It also promotes an understanding of the many underlying disease states that can precipitate such emergencies. A wide variety of medical emergencies, ranging from treating a child with an epileptic seizure to treating a schizophrenic patient, are discussed and illustrated with real-life case scenarios. This logical approach to diagnosis and treatment of medical emergencies presents a concise review of pathophysiology to support clinical correlations. Medical Emergencies in Dentistry provides a solid foundation in assessment, problem-based decision making, and disease that helps clinicians react quickly and decisively when time is of the essence.