A must for all trainees, practitioners, and teachers of otolaryngology, An Atlas of Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy is dedicated to teaching office nasal endoscopy. The main focus of this comprehensive tex
ACE inhibitors were specifically designed to block the enzyme that is responsible for converting the inactive peptide angiotensin I to the active and powerful vasoconstrictor angiotensin II. Of all a
Key Topics in Neurology addresses all major areas in neurology, including headache, epilepsy, stroke and multiple sclerosis. In addition there are chapters on neurological history taking as well as ph
A two-volume set containing the proceedings of the June 1995 conference. The first volume presents some 40 contributions covering brain monoamines and neuropeptides in stress; regulation of the sympat
Integrates critical reviews of the current strategies of gene transfer in cancer, discusses the technologies of gene therapy, and provides the necessary background to interpret the data-offering an ob
This is a detailed technical reference text on the ecology of tropical forest tree seedlings, especially concerning the exploitation of natural forests and production of tropical hardwood timber. It c
This up-to-the-minute, single-source reference examines the latest research efforts and preclinical approaches in the treatment of sepsis-discussing emerging ideas on mechanisms to combat septic shock
Detailing the state of the art in interventional cardiology, this outstanding reference presents an up-to-date summary of the newly emerging catheter-based technologies and treatment strategies that o
Not necessarily a comprehensive compendium, but a volume that represents a spectrum of creditable positions from virtually all established disciplines engaged in the study of chronic fatigue and the s
This reference work - written by more than 35 leading international experts in the field of percutaneous penetration - fully explains the mechanisms and means of enhanced skin absorption in drug thera
Combines basic science with practical clinical perspectives. This reference describes in detail the effects of ageing on the respiratory system, and presents the diseases that may develop in the elder
Summarizes some of the important aspects of sunscreen evaluation and usage to assist practicing physicians in providing advice for their patients on sun protection. Following a brief introduction on t
From basic to exotic options, this volume describes accurate and efficient numerical solutions to the options pricing problem. It presents state-of-the-art developments in option pricing along with di
Since the thirteenth century, quay walls of significant retaining height have already been built in the Netherlands in urban environment. In those days, wood and brick were mainly utilised. Since func
The 2015 International Conference on Integrated Circuit Design (ICICD 2015), held August 21-23, 2015 in Beijing, China, aimed to provide an international forum for the presentation and discussion of r
Landfill Leachate Treatment reviews the most up-to-date research on solid waste management in Asia in recent years, the mechanisms of landfill leachate generation and the technical feasibility of vari
Problem Solving in Soil Mechanics is primarily designed as a supplement to Soil Mechanics: Basic Concepts and Engineering Applications, but can be used as an independent problem solving text, since th
With over 40 years in the packaging field as a consultant, researcher, and professor, Robert T. Cooksey has prepared the first truly comprehensive reference on distribution. It contains all the techni
Drug abuse has emerged as the leading factor associated with transmission of HIV, and AIDS is the leading cause of mortality among drug-dependent individuals. Through Effects of Substance Abuse Treatm
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A state-of-the-art volume on cutaneous free radical biology with particular relevance to clinical dermatology. The volume is divided into three parts: oxidants, antioxidants, and oxidative injury in d
This resource analyzes knowledge of the bronchial circulation - presenting the anatomy, physiology and clinical importance of this source of blood flow for the lungs.;Written by more than 30 experts f
Details the way that chemotherapy should be administered to patients with hemato-oncological disorders and deals with the essentials of practice. Includes an alphabetical list of all drugs used in pra
This book deals with new therapies that use cells such as stem cells to treat, retard, or even cure devastating muscle diseases such as Parkinson's, Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS), and muscular dystrophy.
This book summarizes recent achievements and the state of the art in microwave power engineering through papers/chapters written by the respective experts. It presents a broad picture of the field, ra
Written as an aid in obtaining information to solve factory problems, this text explains how to work with the information systems staff to retrieve factory data from the multiple and often incompatibl
Clear advice in an easy-to-read style -- that's the hallmark of Difficult Cardiology, called "easy to read and enjoyable" by NEJM. The newest edition provides practical guidance from a renowned inter
Hypertension is of particular importance to women as it increases in incidence with age and women form an increasing proportion of the elderly population. It also represents a major modifiable risk fa
Alzheimer's disease is not only a dementia, to the lay public it is the dementia. Clinical Diagnosis and Management of Alzheimer's Disease, under the editorial guidance of Serge Gauthier, is written b
This resource offers comprehensive explanations of current theories on the pathogenesis of AIDS, examining in detail current data on the role that HIV and its possible cofactors play in the decline of
Most of the contributions concentrate largely on dramatic new findings linking asthma and the inflammatory process, but the hope is to encourage more research into the role of inflammation in other di
As the demand for fossil fuels grows faster than production, the search for new fuels to replace fossil fuels is gaining in importance, and liquid biofuels are considered good candidates. This book re
The book first defines what a binary power plant is, its features and challenges, followed by an overview on the geographic distribution of the existing binary units in the World, tracing the history,
This book focuses on the relation between the color and the structure of materials in the case of transition metal ions. This second edition reflects the growing interest in color problems observed in
A visual set made up of the "Atlas of Gynecologic Cytology" and the "Atlas of Non-Gynecologic Cytology". "Atlas of Gynecologic Cytology" is a useful aid for those who have worked with conventional cer
When scientists become managers, they need a new set of skills to succeed. Their job is to motivate, build teams, plan, mentor, organize, strategize, and bring out the best in people. Written by James
Graphene is the strongest material ever studied and can be an efficient substitute for silicon. There is no other major reference work of this scope on the topic of graphene, which is one of the most
Graphene is the strongest material ever studied and can be an efficient substitute for silicon. There is no other major reference work of this scope on the topic of graphene, which is one of the most
Based on his 50 years of research, the author includes many of his case records, some in great detail, to give a clear picture of the clinical effects of these tumors, the treatment carried out, and t
Biotechnology has impacted the textiles industry through the development of more efficient and environmentally friendly manufacturing processes, as well as enabling the design of improved textile mate
