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    • Diagnosing Skin Disease in Skin of Color, An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 41-3
      • Susan C. Taylor
      • English
      In this issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest editor Dr. Susan C. Taylor brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Diagnosing Skin Disease in Skin of Color. Top experts in the field cover key topics such as hidradenitis suppurativa; psoriasis; atopic dermatitis; diagnosing disorders of facial erythema; disorders of facial hyperpigmentation; disorders of hypopigmentation and depigmentation; and more.

    • History of Critical Care Medicine (2023 = 70th anniversary), An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 39-3
      • Hannah Wunsch
      • English
      In this issue of Critical Care Clinics, guest editor Dr. Hannah Wunsch brings her considerable expertise to the topic of History of Critical Care Medicine. The term “Critical Care Medicine” was first introduced in the 1950s at the University of Southern California—making 2023 the 70th anniversary of this subspecialty. This issue provides a fascinating look at important aspects of the history of the field, which originated with the concept that immediately life-endangered patients, the critically ill and injured, may have substantially better chances of survival if provided with professionally advanced minute-to-minute objective measurements.

    • 250 Cases in Clinical Medicine

      • 6th Edition
      • Eirini Kasfiki + 1 more
      • English
      This unique book presents a wealth of information on common presentations and illnesses, presented as medical case studies. It is useful for exam preparation, as a quick reference guide for working doctors, and as an interesting read for all those interested in medicine.250 Clinical Cases covers a wide variety of conditions, providing in-depth insights into the most relevant topics, classified by system. Cases are accompanied by common viva voce examination questions as well as more advanced level questions that will help the reader develop a deeper understanding.Now in its sixth edition, the book has been fully updated to reflect current evidence and relevance for working doctors. It will help everyone, from medical students to consultants, to find the hidden clinical gems and historical background they need to achieve true clinical excellence.

    • Ciblage thérapeutique en oncologie

      • 1st Edition
      • Jacques Robert
      • French
      En intervenant sur les mécanismes de la transformation maligne (oncogenèse et progression des cancers), les thérapies ciblées ont profondément renouvelé l’approche thérapeutique des cancers, constituant un traitement étiologique, par rapport aux traitements symptomatiques proposés jusqu’alors (c’est-à-dire la destruction des cellules cancéreuses pour empêcher leur multiplication).Aprè... avoir rappelé les bases biologiques nécessaires pour comprendre l’action et les indications des thérapies ciblées, en détaillant les altérations moléculaires à l’origine des cancers (voies de signalisation, étapes du cycle cellulaire, réparations de l’ADN, interactions entre les cellules de l’immunité et les cellules cancéreuses, etc.), l’ouvrage expose les principes généraux de la prescription des thérapies ciblées puis explique, pour les principales localisations des cancers, quand et comment les prescrire : le choix des médicaments ; le moment de leur prescription (en première intention, en phase de maintien, ou pour lutter contre le développement de métastases) ; sa place dans l’arsenal thérapeutique disponible (avant ou après une intervention chirurgicale, avec ou à la place d’une chimiothérapie ou d’une radiothérapie).Grâce à une rédaction claire et accessible, et en s’appuyant sur de nombreux schémas didactiques, l’ouvrage apporte à tous les praticiens impliqués dans le traitement des cancers les éléments théoriques et pratiques nécessaires à la compréhension du mode d’action des thérapies ciblées et à leur prescription en pratique clinique, pour offrir les meilleures opportunités thérapeutiques aux patients.POINTS CLÉS¿ Toutes les bases biologiques nécessaires pour comprendre le mode d’action des thérapies ciblées.¿ La place des thérapies ciblées par rapport aux autres traitements disponibles.¿ Quand et comment prescrire une thérapie cible en pratique clinique.

    • Quick Review Series For B.Sc. Nursing: Semester I and II

      • 2nd Edition
      • Annu Kaushik
      • English
      Quick Review Series (QRS) for BSc Nursing Semester I and II, 2nd edition is an extremely exam-oriented book. The content has been developed and arranged in a manner so the entire INC syllabus has been covered. The subject content has been divided unit wise and according to the weightage of marks in each unit. It is well-illustrated with simple reproducible diagrams and flow charts. To aid in quick learning before examinations, memory aides and mnemonics have also been added. The book will serve the requirements of BSc Nursing Semester I and II students to prepare for their examinations.

    • Meningioma, An Issue of Neurosurgery Clinics of North America

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 34-3
      • Randy L. Jensen + 1 more
      • English
      In this issue of Neurosurgery Clinics, guest editors Drs. Randy L. Jensen and Gabriel Zada bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Meningioma. Top experts in the field cover key topics such as genomic and epigenomic landscape of meningioma; current pathology of meningiomas; medical management of meningiomas; endoscope endonasal and keyhole surgery for skull base meningiomas; open craniotomy for meningiomas; and more.

    • Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

      • 5th Edition
      • Brad W. Neville + 3 more
      • English
      Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, 5th Edition guides you through the wide variety of diseases that may affect the oral and maxillofacial region. More than 1,500 radiographs and full-color clinical photos bring various lesions and conditions to life. Updates in this edition include coverage of the latest advances in oral squamous cell carcinoma treatment, HPV, and molecular pathology, along with revised content throughout. Well-known oral pathology educators Brad Neville, Douglas Damm, Carl Allen, and Angela Chi, bring you up to date on the latest concepts of pathogenesis and disease management in the care of patients with oral disease.

    • Review of Dermatology

      • 2nd Edition
      • Ali Alikhan + 1 more
      • English
      Comprehensive in scope, easy to use, and aligned to the texts you trust, Review of Dermatology 2nd edition, edited by Drs. Ali Alikhan and Thomas L.H. Hocker, is a highly effective study tool for your upcoming board or maintenance exam. Using a concise, bullet-point format and mnemonic devices throughout, this unique guide ensures rapid and efficient recall of the information you need to know for exam success!

    • Mayes' Midwifery

      • 16th Edition
      • Sue Macdonald + 1 more
      • English
      Mayes’ Midwifery is a core text for students in the UK, known and loved for its in-depth approach and its close alignment with curricula and practice in this country. The sixteenth edition has been fully updated by leading midwifery educators Sue Macdonald and Gail Johnson, and input from several new expert contributors ensures this book remains at the cutting edge.The text covers all the main aspects of midwifery in detail, including the various stages of pregnancy, possible complexities around childbirth, and psychological and social considerations related to women’s health. It provides the most recent evidence along with detailed anatomy and physiology information, and how these translate into practice.Packed full of case studies, reflective activities and images, and accompanied by an ancillary website with 600 multiple choice questions and downloadable images, Mayes’ Midwifery makes learning easy for nursing students entering the profession as well as midwives returning to practice and qualified midwives working in different settings in the UK and overseas.

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