Atlas of Transesophageal Color Doppler Echocardiography and Intraoperative Imaging Transesophageal color Doppler echocardiography (TEE) has rev-olutionized the diagnostic approach to heart disease. The enhanced image quality and improved visualization of intracardiac flow makes TEE an indispensable technique for diagnosis and treatment. This Atlas describes a wide range of heart diseases selected from perioperative examinations performed at the Department of Cardiac Surgery of the University of Heidelberg, Germany. This Atlas of TEE is more than an introduction to this new technique: it represents a manual of heart pathology described through TEE examinations and provides cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and all physicians involved in the management of heart disease with an extraordinary tool for the diagnosis of a wide rangeof heart disease. This Atlas is also available as an electronic book: "Interactive Atlas of TEE" published on CD-ROM by Springer-Verlag. The present book inclu

This user-friendly reference assists in the initial evaluation and treatment of the most frequently encountered problems in emergency medicine, both common and potentially life-threatening. The largest section of the book consists of 97 of the most common or important emergency medicine problems experienced by adult, pediatric, and geriatric populations. Each chapter in this section includes the presenting problem, immediate questions, differential diagnosis, laboratory and diagnostic data, and treatment plan. Additional chapters such as toxicologic emergencies, laboratory diagnosis, procedures, blood component therapy, and commonly used medications are also included and enhance the book's value as a single-source reference.

Product De*ion Clinical Outline of Oral Pathology, Third Edition integrates the precepts of basic oral pathology, oral radiology, and oral medicine. It assists in constructing a differential diagnosis, arriving at a definitive diagnosis, and providing appropriate management and treatment. Diseases of the oral cavity have been categorized according to presenting signs and symptoms. Chapters include lesions associated with AIDS or HIV seropositivity for up-to-the-minute coverage. The primary objective of this text is the development of an approach to the patient, providing the student with a protocol for developing a differential diagnosis, evaluating patient responses and clinical signs so as to limit the differential and ultimately securing a definitive diagnosis so that a treatment plan can be generated.

(Lange Medical Books) Univ. of California, Los Angeles. Pocket-sized quick reference guide to treatment of common surgical problems encountered by the on-call clinician. Features coverage of laboratory tests, bedside procedures, and a quick reference of commonly used medications. In outline format. Previous edition: c1996. Softcover. * The ON CALL series provides valuable "on the spot" treatment advice * Pocket-sized and surprisingly comprehensive, this Lange manual gives students and residents a trusty resource for managing all conditions seen in the surgery ward * Designed to meet the quick information needs of the "on call" setting * Contributions from surgery residents and attendings around the world

Designed to be used as a self-paced review, this text outlines the functional groups common to organic chemistry, reviewing the general topics of nomenclature, physical and chemical properties, and metabolism. The text provides background material for the formal pharmacy courses in medicinal chemistry, easing the transition from general organic chemistry courses required of all pre-pharmacy students. The Fourth Edition will include a workbook on CD-ROM as well as an index on general drug metabolism. Students who use this text are able to complete difficult tasks such as: drawing a chemical structure or official chemical name; predicting solubility of chemicals in liquids; predicting and showing, with chemical structures, the metabolism of organic functional groups; predicting and showing instabilities, with chemical structures.

Finally, find all of the information you need to know about a disease, all on one page! In a Page Medicine is your key to a fast and concise review of vital information. In this innovative one-page format, you can review etiology, epidemiology, signs and symptoms, differential diagnosis, and treatment options for over 250 diseases! Perfect for medical students -- physician assistants, nurse practitioners and related health professionals will also find In A Page valuable.

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

The Cardiovascular System at a Glance is a concise and accessible systems-based textbook. Updated throughout, the second edition uses an integrated approach to take the reader through the basic anatomy, physiology, histology, biochemistry, pathophysiology, and clinical aspects of the cardiovascular system. Following the classic double-page spread format of the At a Glance series, each double page presents clear, memorable diagrams that illustrate essential information with accompanying text that covers key topics in more detail.The text progresses from basic science to clinical application: a general introduction to the cardiovascular system is followed by anatomy and histology; blood and body fluids; biochemistry and excitation-contraction coupling; form and function; integration and regulation; and pathology and therapeutics. Four clinical case studies at the end of the book reinforce the integrated systems-based approach to this subject. Additionally, two new chapters covering Revascularisation as well

Gives students a solid grasp of those aspects of pulmonary physiology that are essential for an understanding of clinical medicine. The Sixth Edition presents a new section of case presentations, improved illustrations, problem-based examples, and new study questions & answers after each chapter to help students prepare for the USMLE Step 1.

Kaplan's MCAT Comprehensive Review 2000 comes complete with a targeted review of all the tested material on the MCAT plus Kaplan's highly effective test-taking strategies. With this powerful combination, MCAT Comprehensive Review 2000 is the best way for you to get the high MCAT score you need to get into the medical school you want. Kaplan has been the world leader in test preparation for more than 60 years, helping more the 3 million students achieve their educational and career goals. With 185 centers and more than 1200 classroom locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, Kaplan a full rage of services, including test prep courses, admissions consulting, programs for international students, professional licensing preparation, and more.

Medical College of Georgia, Augusta. New edition of a text for dental practitioners on all aspects of dentures. 1986 4th edition titled 'Syllabus of Complete Dentures' by Charles M. Heartwell, Jr., with Rahn as second author. Illustrated. DNLM: Denture, Complete.

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

Since 1943, students have made Grant's the centerpiece of their anatomy lab experience. Now in its Eleventh Edition, this classic atlas continues to provide students with accurate anatomical images presented in a pedagogically effective, clinically relevant manner. This new edition has been revised to include 100 additional four-color illustrations, additional orientation drawings, and updated terminology. This edition is packaged with a student version of Dynamic Human Anatomy, an interactive electronic supplement which includes 800 images from the Eleventh Edition of Grant's, 8 video clips from Acland's DVD Atlas of Human Anatomy, and 100 USMLE-style review questions in anatomy.

The superbly illustrated text-atlas demonstrates comprehensively all aspects of dermatologic surgery. Dermatologists and plastic surgeons benefit from the book's clear structure combining concise de*ions of each sequence of the operative procedure with detailed, step-by-step clinical photographs. The book covers all important surgical procedures, such as Mohs' surgery described in a contribution by Dr. Robins.

Dr. Eisenberg's best seller is now in its Fourth Edition--with sharp, new CT and MRI images and expanded coverage of ultrasound. Featuring 3,700 illustrations, this atlas guides readers through the interpretation of radiographic appearances. The emphasis on pattern recognition reflects radiologists' day-to-day needs...and is invaluable for board preparation. Organized by anatomic area, the book has a convenient format that makes information very easy to follow. Tables on the left-hand pages outline conditions and characteristic imaging findings...and offer comments to guide diagnosis. Images on the right-hand pages illustrate the major findings noted in the tables.

Subject of the book is MR imaging in all kinds of diseases that may affect the skull and brain. Primary purpose of the book is to provide the reader with a de*ive as well as pictorial overview of MRI in the various pathologic processes. An important additional purpose is to explain how to make the best use of MRI if a particular disease is suspected. Extensive information on differential diagnosis will also be included.

Introducing a comprehensive resource solely dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of infectious disease in women from reproductive age through the geriatric age group. Infectious Disease in Women serves as a reference manual on the basic rudiments of infectious disease microbiology, allowing the physician to treat a variety of common conditions specifically as they apply to women. Chapters also cover major infectious diseases in the gynecologic patient as well as the common infections which may affect pregnancy, or in which drug or antibiotic treatment may have an effect on the fetus. Each chapter follows a standard organization including key clinical points, algorithms to outline management, and boxes summarizing details of treatment. This new book is a valuable addition for any practitioner providing health care to women.

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

The American Indian medicine wheel was an ancient way ofcreating sacred space and calling forth the healing energies ofnature. Now, drawing on a lifetime of study with native healers,herbalist and ethnobotanist E. Barrie Kavasch offers a step-by-stepguide to bringing this beautiful tradition into your own life--fromvibrantly colorful outdoor circle designs to miniature dish,windowsill, or home altar adaptations. Inside you’ll find: ? Planting guides for medicine wheel gardens in every zone, fromdesert Southwest to northern woodlands ? A beautifully illustrated encyclopedia of 50 key healing herbs,including propagation needs, traditional and modern uses, andcautions ? Easy-to-follow herbal recipes, from teas and tonics to skincreams and soaps--plus delicious healing foods ? Ideas for herbal crafts and ceremonial objects, includingsmudge sticks, wind horses, prayer ties, and spirit shields ? Seasonal rituals, offerings, and meditations to bless andempower your garden and y

This updated Fourth Edition best-selling text and atlas is refined in several ways. Many chapters are completely revised, and nearly half of the photographs are new. There are approximately 189 atlas plates, and over 70 new illustrations. Textboxes read as "Clinical Correlation" or "Functional Correlation", and in the text, emphasis is placed on functional integration with increased coverage of cell and molecular biology. The sentence heading and four-color art have been retained from the previous edition.

Written by two renowned authorities who specialize in the treatment of breast cancer, a surgeon and an oncologist, this lucid step-by-step guide has established itself as the indispensable book women need to make informed decisions about the care that is right for them.

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.

Finally, find all of the information you need to know about a disease, all on one page! In a Page Pediatrics is your key to a fast and concise review of vital information. In this innovative one-page format, you can review etiology, epidemiology, signs and symptoms, differential diagnosis, and treatment options for over 250 diseases! Perfect for medical students -- physician assistants, nurse practitioners and related health professionals will also find In A Page valuable.

Visual Mnemonics for Microbiology and Immunology uses carton drawings that make material easier to learn with tremendous recall months later. Laurie Marbas, a third year medical student at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, developed this series using "concept diagramming" to shorten her study time and help her recall the facts. Classmates using these drawings reported improved test scores. Students suggested she published her drawings to help other students. Each page is formatted with plenty of space for notes and reminders, and some students color the organisms for better recall. Visual Mnemonics for Microbiology and Immunology includes sections on parasitology, bacteriology, mycology, virology, and immunology. Perfect for medical students -- physician assistants, nurse practitioners and related health professionals will also find Visual Mnemonics valuable.