Sixty contributions written by psychiatrists, neurologists, clinical pharmacologists, molecular geneticists, and others from universities and hospitals around the world (although primarily in the US)
This is a practical guide for those working in family practice. Clinical trial data are analyzed and presented in a clear, concise style so that those diagnosing and treating MS patients can do so in
LASIK is a timely and authoritative source for refractive, corneal, and cataract surgeons; ophthalmologists; optometrists; ophthalmic surgeons; and upper-level undergraduate, graduate, and medical stu
Textbook of Perimenopausal Gynecology fills significant gaps between the knowledge base and the practice of gynecology. It explores a rapidly growing body of research dedicated to understanding the ph
Endoleaks and Endotension is an authoritative resource for vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists and cardiologists, vascular disease specialists, primary care physicians and internists, and s
This book describes a cognitively-orientated approach for the treatment of young people with enduring positive psychotic symptoms following a first episode of psychosis from experiences drawn at the E
This volume provides a concise and timely summary of the major highlights in the therapeutic management of breast cancer. The contributors, acknowledged opinion leaders from the US and Europe, interpr
This reference details the anatomy and physiology of the thyroid gland, the environmental and genetic factors associated with Graves' disease, and the immunological mechanisms responsible for related
The benchmark reference on the topmost layer of the skin, this book distinguishes itself by its scholarship, its comprehensive treatment of all aspects of this specific subject, its accessibility, and
Clinical in focus, Minimal Access Therapy for Vascular Disease examines the different procedures and devices that may be used. A well-illustrated textbook covering every aspect of minimal access thera
Key Topics in Clinical Research aims to provide a short, clear, highlighted reference to guide trainees and trainers through research and audit projects, from first idea, through to data collection an
This is a comprehensive guide to the clinical management of the pediatric upper limb, with special emphasis on the hand. A special feature is the general discussion of some clinical cases by various
Aimed at those already involved in drug development or those considering entering the field, Clinical Drug Trials and Tribulations, Second Edition comprehensibly addresses the new, day-to-day challeng
Much has happened in the area of bulk pharmaceutical good manufacturing practice (GMP) and validation since the first publication of Validation of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients. The second edition
Examining the part that oestrogens play in growth regulation and disease progression this discusses in depth the potential role of dietary factors, in particular the phyto-oestrogens, in restraining b
From pediatric to elderly, from contractible to refractive, epilepsy is an illness that manifests in many forms and across a range of demographics. In this fascinating volume, the author details more
This volume, dedicated to explaining and promoting the vaginal route of hysterectomy, is written and edited by an international team of experts and provides a much-needed source of up-to-date informat
Antidotes provides up-to-date information on the development and clinical use of antidotes, their proposed mechanism of action, toxicity, availability and practical aspects of their clinical use. The
The medical literature addresses chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but this text focuses on the most salient aspects of the disease and brings those into a single reference source. Handboo
Burton ZweimanCOMPONENTS IN THE ALLERGIC INFLAMMATORY RESPONSEMast Cells and Basophils Lawrence B. SchwartzEosinophils Douglas S. Robinson, Andrew J. Wardlaw, and A. Barry KayNeutrophils Burton Zweima
Comprehensive in scope and content, Prehospital Trauma Care (PTC) covers all aspects of emergency medicine-triage assessment and treatment, anesthesia, intensive care, psychiatry, health and military
Following the success of Atlas of Psychiatric Pharmacotherapy, this text explores the subject further. It distills that comprehensive survey of the medical literature into the most salient topics. The
Beginning with a historical view of aging and healthy living, this book describes important neurobehavioral issues such as information processing, motor function, language, and communication. It also
Drawing on the considerable clinical and research experience of its authors, HRT and the Endometrium discusses endometrial changes in the clinical context as well as the molecular level. The book expl
This state-of-the-art reference provides current and effective disease-specific strategies for the management of patients receiving mechanical ventilation-emphasizing weaning processes, monitored seda
A review of enzyme function in human and animal health, this book covers basic principles and applications in antibiotic biosynthesis, biocatalysis, and screening and assay optimization, as well as ne
This pocketbook provides an illustrative summary of the role of immunoglobulin E (IgE) in the pathogenesis of asthma and allied allergic disorders, as well as the effects of anti-IgE therapy in the ma
Kinematic MRI of the Joints is the first authoritative textbook on this emerging application. For each joint, it presents pertinent functional anatomy, kinesiology, and clinical information; describes
This single-source reference/text is an authoritative, up-to-date, and multidisciplinary presentation of basic, applied, and clinical approaches to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cardiac
Shoulder surgery is now firmly established as a subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery and is changing at a rapid pace. New developments have recently occurred, particularly in shoulder joint replacement
Addressing concerns for patient welfare while protecting producer reputation, and providing a database for formulation of other products, this multiauthored reference blends fundamental theory and pra
Sustained-Release Injectable Products focuses on the development process for sustained-release versions of drugs and delivery systems and administration routes. From the rationale and basic product de
Harold O. ConnPrevalence of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis Harold O. ConnTuberculous PeritonitisHarold O. ConnPathogenesisClinical Pathogenesis of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis Harold O. ConnBa
This text addresses the medical problems encountered by performing soloists, running the gamut from stage fright to physical difficulties. Tubiana (past president, Institut de la Main) and Amadio (han
Investigators from the scientific and regulatory communities describe recent technical developments in risk assessment embracing toxicology and its allied sciences, risk qualification and characteriza
The eye is our window to the world and the loss of its function has a most profound effect on our ability to interact with the world around us. Despite this there is a tendency to underestimate the ra
