Biomarkers are the biological indicators of any biological state. They are usually used in detecting, screening, diagnosis and treatment of varied diseases. Biomarkers are also used to evaluate the th
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a disorder found in children between the age of six months to twelve years. It includes problems such as paying attention, hyperactivity, difficulty in cont
Orthopedic medicine studies the pathology, treatment and rehabilitation of traumatic injuries and disorders afflicting the musculoskeletal system. Sub-specialties of this particular branch of medicine
Pharmaceutics refers to the study of old drugs and new chemical entities (NCE) that can be used in treating patients effectively. In other words, it is known as the study of dosage. It includes the pr
The cancer that affects the ovaries is known as ovarian cancer. It is the most common type of cancer in women. Some of the symptoms of ovarian cancer are bloating, difficulty in eating, postmenopausal
HIV is a syndrome that causes the immune system of the human body to deteriorate, leaving it prone to develop chronic and often fatal diseases. This book on HIV infection discusses the clinical develo
Emergency medicine is an important part of medical studies and is treated as one of the most crucial divisions across the globe. It refers to the practice of providing care and treatment of patients w
Back pain is caused by irritation, strain and damage that is caused in the region where the spinal muscles, tendons, nerves and discs interconnect. This book discusses the pathophysiology for assessme
The surgical procedures in orthopedics treat the diseases and disorders related to the musculoskeletal system of living organisms. The most significant function of the musculoskeletal system is to sup
Drug therapy or pharmacotherapy is the branch of medicine, which studies the therapeutic use of pharmaceutical drugs. It is unlike any other therapy as it is based on the efficient, safe, economical a
One of the most important parts of our body is the fluid that flows in it to provide necessary nutrients and oxygen to all parts of the body i.e. blood. It is made up of blood cells that contain blood
Sometimes our body’s reaction to infection can result in damage to internal tissues and organs. Such a condition is referred to as sepsis. Some of the symptoms of sepsis are high fever, increased hear
Stem cell therapy has tremendous scope of treating a range of diseases. The most commonly used stem cell therapy is the transplantation of the bone marrow. It is used in treating patients with disease
Cardiology is the science of medicine that deals with disorders of the heart and the circulatory system. This book on clinical cardiology deals with the specialized branches of cardiology and the trea
Dentistry is the study and practice of preventing, diagnosing, treating disorders and diseases related to the oral cavity and craniofacial complex. The treatments included in this field are root canal
Drug delivery is the technique of delivering drugs in the body for the desired results. The goal of drug delivery is to achieve a therapeutic outcome. Pharmaceutical drugs may either be consumed orall
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition which causes damage to the nerves. Damage to these nerves can affect the movement, sensation and organ function of a person. Whereas, neuropathic pain is a chronic
Arthritis is a disorder that affects joints. The symptoms mostly include swelling, redness and pain in the affected area. The two commonly occurring arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthrit
Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) is a technique used in the imaging, diagnosis and assessment of the diseases related to the cardiovascular system. CMR technique is minimally invasive and is s
Nursing falls under the umbrella of healthcare and focuses on patient care. Some of the primary branches of nursing include orthopedic nursing, oncology nursing, palliative care, telenursing, perioper
The disorder caused by any abnormality found in an individual’s genes is known as a genetic disorder. They are mostly hereditary or can also be caused by new mutations. Genetic disorders can be groupe
The irregularity in the sleep patterns of an individual is known as a sleep disorder. Sleep disorders can be of different types such as parasomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders and dyssomnias. Sl
Regenerative medicine studies the processes and methods by which damaged cells, tissues and organs can be medically restored. This field seeks to treat diseases and disorders through cell therapy as w
Decreased blood supply to any part of the brain can lead to an ischemic stroke. Thrombosis, cerebral venous sinus thrombosis, embolism and systemic hypoperfusion are the four primary causes of ischemi
Kinesiology is an upcoming field of science associated with the study of body movement. It has undergone rapid development over the past few decades. This book on kinesiology deals with the applicatio
Plastic surgery refers to the surgical practice of reconstructing and restoring the human body. It is widely used in cosmetic surgery to beautify one’s body. It is also applied in reconstructive surge
Psoriasis is a condition which is caused by an immune reaction to the skin. It is characterised by red and itchy skin patches. This book on psoriasis discusses topics relevant to its cause and spread.
Ultrasound is widely used for diagnostic imaging. Some of the commonly studied and imaged body parts under ultrasonography are joints, muscles, internal organs, etc. This book covers in detail some ex
This book provides significant information about hematology to help develop a good understanding of this subject and related fields. Blood cells are the cells found in blood and are produced by hemato
Magnetic resonance imaging, popularly known as MRI is an imaging technique used in radiology to image the anatomy of the body. It is widely used for medical diagnosis. The book elucidates the various
Obstetrics is the branch of medicine that is concerned with childbirth, pregnancy and postpartum period. Gynecology deals with the health of breasts and female reproductive systems. Obstetrics is comb
Cosmetology and dermatology are often considered similar branches of medical science though both have different approaches and uses. Both these branches do overlap at the point of cosmetic surgery. Co
Genetics is a field of study which generally comes under the branch of biology but sometimes it is closely related to information systems and life sciences. It refers to the study of genes, genetic va
Blood is the carrier of oxygen, which is essential for all life forms and for practically carrying out all the biological processes. Blood transfusion is the transfer of blood from one person to anoth
Surgery is inevitable in extreme cases like that of severe accident, organ failure or gangrene and even in the complicated cases of child birth. In some cases it helps in relieving pain and in other c
This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of clinical nephrology. The objective of this book is to give a general view of the different areas of nephrology and its applications. This di
Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that deals with prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to infants and children. According to medical science the anatomy and structure of children
This book discusses the fundamental as well as modern approaches of pediatrics. Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that aims at providing healthcare for infants, children and adolescents. Subspecia
The remedial choices in degenerative joint ailments have progressed very quickly. Various surgical methods are available, as opposed to yesteryears. This book brings forth an extensive look at the rec
Autoimmune Disorders, a heterogeneous and multifaceted group of diseases, affect virtually any organ of the human body. This book intends to present currently accessible manifestations by providing an
