Exploring the growth in knowledge of particle properties and the variety of technological advances in particle manufacture, this book helps readers understand particulate science and its use in the in
There has been an increase in oral cancer, related to the increase in consumption of tobacco, alcohol and other carcinogenic products. There has also been a significant reduction in mortality due to i
The infratemporal fossa is one of the most important anatomical regions in the head for dental and maxillofacial surgeons as it contains the teeth's major nerves and vessels; is the site of the tempor
Based on the latest available data collected in the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey of office-based physicians, this book provides information on the most common diseases and the most common
With nearly 1700 references, Disease Markers in Exhaled Breath is essential reading for pulmonologists; anesthesiologists; physiologists; chest, pulmonary, thoracic, and cardiovascular physicians and
Geriatric imaging is now a recognised specialty. Textbook of Diagnostic Imaging in the Elderly is the first authoritative textbook of the subject, which lets the physician maximize the unique and esse
Reviewing the latest ideas in tumor biology, this text explains the pharmacologic basis of the agents used and discusses how they are applied in clinical practice. Part One presents an overview of the
Asthma is a condition which affects many infants and older children and which can be debilitating in its severity. The editors of Textbook of Pediatric Asthma have assembled a team of experts from aro
Fetal Therapy provides in-depth coverage of diagnostic techniques and therapies for fetal abnormalities. Photographs and line drawings illustrate the techniques discussed and concise tables make the d
The diagnosis, management, and prevention of contact dermatitis remain the most important clinical dermatological skills that occupational safety and health professionals must acquire. Pesticide Derma
The Handbook of the Assisted Reproduction Laboratory addresses management issues and basic background information on reproductive biology and medicine needed by the technicians staffing and directing
A practical guide to endoluminal techniques of aneurysm repair, encompassing aneurysms of thoracic aorta, abdominal aorta, iliac and popliteal segments. Illustrated with radiographs (angiograms, CT, M
This cutting-edge reference clearly explains pharmaceutical transport phenomena, demonstrating applications ranging from drug or nutrient uptake into vesicle or cell suspensions, drug dissolution and
This invaluable reference presents a comprehensive review of the basic methods for characterizing bioadhesive materials and improving vehicle targeting and uptake-offering possibilities for reformulat
In light of pharmacological treatments now being available for the disease, specialists from neurology and psychiatry explain how to measure the outcomes of those treatments. They identify suitable as
Drugs of Abuse and Addiction: Neurobehavioral Toxicology examines drugs of abuse and addiction and how they affect behavior. This book considers the entire range of addiction research in humans and an
A complete resource on the coating of tablets, capsules, and other solid dosage forms of therapeutic agents, this book begins with a full discussion of the primary processes and rationale for coating
Skin reactions to drugs are a ubiquitous problem-the most commonly observed drug sensitivity observed in a wide range of specialties. Skin Reactions to Drugs emphasizes the mechanisms and clinical and
This text reviews the way family practitioners, in the face of an increase in asthma cases, can maximize a patient care regime and make referrals to hospitals and specialists when required It is divid
Rock Mechanics for Natural Resources and Infrastructure Development. Full Papers contains the full paper contributions to the 14th International Congress on Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering (ISRM 2
Rock dynamics involves a wide variety of topics, from earthquake engineering, failure of rock engineering structures, rock bursts to non-destructive testing. This book contains the state-of-the-a
AM3P reflects on the increasing international emphasis on the design and construction of sustainable pavement systems development highlighting various approaches to predict pavement per
Extensive collection of revised expert papers on recent advances in bridge maintenance, safety, management and life-cycle performance, representing a major contribution to the knowledge base of all ar
The basic principles of geomechanical processes occurring in the mine workings during extraction of minerals are discussed in this book. Particular attention is paid to the support system, specif
This book provides an overview of electronic and optical properties of graphite-related systems. It presents a well-developed and up-to-date theoretical model and addresses important advances in essen
"Updated with the substantial progress made in lactic acid and bacteria research since the third edition, this fourth volume discusses improved insights in genetics and new molecular biological techni
This reference, now in its second edition, is a comprehensive guide that focuses on the practical aspects of excavating and recovering human remains, as well as any associated evidence, from crime sce
"The search for new lead compounds is a crucial element of modern pharmaceutical research. Natural products provided the only source of pharmaceuticals for thousands of years, and natural products hav
In an era of intense competition where plant operating efficiencies must be maximized, downtime due to machinery failure has become more costly. To cut operating costs and increase revenues, industrie
RNAi technology are used for large-scale screens that systematically shut down each gene in the cell, which can help identify the components necessary for a particular cellular process or an event suc
Be equipped to prevent and properly treat potential complications of filler usage and provide patients with safe, reliable, and aesthetically pleasing results. The Illustrated Manual of Injectable Fil
This second edition of an award winning title has been thoroughly updated by a team of world leading head and neck surgeons, oncologists and allied healthcare professionals. Principles and Practice of
An informative handbook on the staging of cancer and the selection and evaluation of cancer treatment. ESMO Handbook on Treatment Evaluation in Cancer is an ideal resource for medical oncologists and
Using a practical and problem-focused approach, this updated, full-color Second Edition of Mild-to-Moderate Psoriasis equips dermatologists, internists, family practitioners, and residents with a stat
This first such volume in this field, Sleep Disorders: Diagnosis and Therapeutics explores sleep pharmacology and therapeutics. This book has been designed as an introduction for clinicians and resear
With an outstanding editorial and contributor team from the world's experts, Treatment Methods for Early and Advanced Prostate Cancer will focus on the 'how to treat' scenario faced by urologic s
Infants and children spend one- to two-thirds of their life asleep. Despite this, very little attention has been paid to understanding both normal sleep and sleep-related abnormalities during child de
Infants and children spend one- to two-thirds of their life asleep. Despite this, very little attention has been paid to understanding both normal sleep and sleep-related abnormalities during child de
This revised and updated edition, with new sections on basic sciences and sexual dysfunction, unpicks normal physiologic aging in men from pathologic processes, in order to maintain a uniquely ma
