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    • Skeletal Anchorage in Orthodontic Treatment of Class II Malocclusion

      • 1st Edition
      • September 29, 2014
      • Moschos A. Papadopoulos
      • English
      • eBook
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      Richly illustrated throughout, this brand new book examines all aspects of a more efficient use of skeletal anchorage devices, including biological and biomechanical considerations, and also features an in-depth discussion of possible complications and risk management. Divided into nine sections, Skeletal Anchorage in Orthodontic Treatment of Class II Malocclusion addresses the issues at the heart of current orthodontic treatment and practice, giving a comprehensive overview from a global perspective. "...a comprehensive review of contemporary technological development, biomechanics and handling of orthodonticimplants, miniscrew implants, and miniplates." Reviewed by European Journal of Orthodontics, Feb 2015 "..the first of its kind, as there is currently no published text detailing all of the available orthodontic anchorage devices." Reviewed by G. Wilson on behalf of British Dental Journal, July 2015

    • Leitfaden Osteopathie

      • 3rd Edition
      • November 13, 2014
      • Tobias K. Dobler + 1 more
      • German
      • eBook
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      Der Leitfaden ist das ideale Nachschlagewerk für den Osteopathen und ein wertvoller Begleiter für Ausbildung und Praxis. • Grundlagenkapitel schaffen das Verständnis für die Funktionsweise der Parietalen Osteopathie, die Behandlungstechniken beschäftigen sich mit dem philosophischen Hintergrund und erläutern die Herangehensweise an den Patienten. • Im Praxisteil –den Gelenkkapiteln – werden Diagnostik und Behandlung des jeweiligen Gelenks ausführlich dargestellt. Sämtliche Techniken (ausgehend von den Gelenkstrukturen) werden mit anschaulichen Fotos verdeutlicht • Inklusive Allgemeiner Osteopathischer Behandlung, Sutherland-, Blagrave- und Specific Adjustment Techniken (SAT) Der Käufer des Buches hat zeitlich begrenzten kostenfreien Zugang* zur Online-Version des Titels auf „Elsevier-Medizinwel... Die Vorteile auf einen Blick: - Optimal für unterwegs oder zum schnellen Nachschlagen - Mit Suchfunktion zum schnellen Finden der richtigen Textstellen - Mit zahlreichen zeitsparenden Features und Zusatzinhalten *Angebot freibleibend

    • Orthopedic Secrets

      • 4th Edition
      • June 6, 2014
      • Surena Namdari + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Quickly reference the answers you need to the most important clinical questions in orthopedics with Orthopedic Secrets. Fully updated throughout, this classic medical reference book covers the entire range of essential topics in orthopedics, organized by subspecialty, for rapid access to the knowledge you need for success both in practice and on board and recertification exams.

    • Scully's Medical Problems in Dentistry

      • 7th Edition
      • May 20, 2014
      • Crispian Scully
      • English
      • eBook
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      This text offers an authoritative account of general medical and surgical conditions as they apply to the practice of dentistry and oral healthcare. Now established as the standard reference on the subject, ScullyÂ’s Medical Problems in Dentistry is essential for students learning for the first time or practitioners needing to keep up-to-date with their knowledge. "This remains an excellent comprehensive textbook bringing together relevant information into one place. It is a book to use for reference, rather than an; end-to-end read, but it continues to fulfil its function amply in the increasingly complex world of the medical-dental interface." Reviewed by Dr Mike Pemberton, Consultant in Oral Medicine, Dental Updatem, Sept 2014 "...an extremely valuable source of information that should be in the armamentarium of any dental professional..." Reviewed by European Journal of Orthodontics, Feb 2015 "... seems as close as could be to a completely comprehensive overview of common and uncommon medical problems and their dental relevance". Reviewed by Bex Stockton on behalf of BDJ Student, February 2015

    • Management of Chronic Conditions in the Foot and Lower Leg

      • 1st Edition
      • September 18, 2014
      • Keith Rome + 1 more
      • English
      • eBook
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      Bridging the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate knowledge and experience, this new full colour resource uses an interdisciplinary approach to help manage chronic conditions – osteoarthritis, Achilles tendinopathy, gout, rheumatic diseases, forefoot/rearfoot entities, stress fractures/reactions, cerebral palsy – in the lower limb and foot. Each chapter includes sections on predisposing factors, diagnosis, impairments, function, quality of life and management strategies while highlighting any complex features of a condition which may present. The latest advances are discussed with suggestions for new paths of research – ‘future directions’. The text is further supported by additional commentaries from internationally renowned researchers who highlight the key elements of the work and provide a supplementary perspective of the particular clinical condition. A general view of the patient’s needs is offered throughout, connecting clinical realities to real-world patient experiences. Management of Chronic Conditions in the Foot and Lower Legis a comprehensive, practical tool that can be used to inform daily decision making in practice as well as to support those who build policy and management strategies in the clinical areas covered. "..this book is able to give a very detailed 'gold standard' education for the covered conditions." Reviewed by Tobias Bremer on behalf of In Touch, July 2015

    • Neonatal and Infant Dermatology

      • 3rd Edition
      • May 7, 2014
      • Lawrence F. Eichenfield + 3 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      2015 BMA Medical Book Awards Highly Commended in Paediatrics Category!Neonatal and Infant Dermatology is a unique comprehensive and heavily illustrated reference on the dermatologic diseases of newborns and infants. It includes discussions of common and uncommon conditions seen in infants at birth and in the first few months of life. With over 600 superb photographs of normal and abnormal skin conditions including images of rare conditions, this easily accessible resource is essential for pediatricians, neonatologists, and dermatologists as well as other healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and treatment of dermatologic diseases in infants and newborns."Neonatal and Infant Dermatology is far more than an atlas. It is a state-of-the-art presentation of the diagnosis and management of skin disorders, and a road map for future interventions to enhance the well-being of the newborn infant." Foreword by: Richard A. Polin, June 2014

    • Ferri’s Practical Guide

      • 9th Edition
      • March 28, 2014
      • Fred F. Ferri
      • English
      • Hardback
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      For nearly 25 years, Ferri's concise, pocket-sized resource has served as the go-to reference for practical, clinical information among students, residents, and other medical professionals. Formerly known as Practical Guide to the Care of the Medical Patient, this volume continues to provide a fast, effective, and efficient way to identify the important clinical, laboratory, and diagnostic imaging information you need to get through your internal medicine clerkship or residency "...useful for those planning an elective or clinical work in the USA or countries with a similar approach to health care". Reviewed by: Jacob F de Wolff, on behalf of British Journal of Hospital Medicine Date: October 2014

    • Basis OPs - Top 20 in der orthopädischen Chirurgie

      • 1st Edition
      • July 14, 2014
      • Hans-Christoph Pape + 1 more
      • German
      • Hardback
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      Nie mehr hilflos im OPSie wollen sich in die orthopädische Chirurgie einarbeiten oder sich auf eine bevorstehende OP vorbereiten, die Sie selbst durchführen?Basis OPs - Top 20 in der orthopädischen Chirurgie zeigt Ihnen in Wort und Bild eindrucksvoll die wichtigsten operativen Schritte und liefert Ihnen praxisnahe Anleitungen zur Bildgebung, OP-Planung, Nachbehandlung sowie dem Umgang mit Komplikationen.Von der Omarthrose über die avaskuläre Nekrose des Hüftkopfes bis hin zur Meniskusläsionen – Sie erfahren alles über die 20 häufigsten OPs in der orthopädischen Chirurgie.

    • Sleep Medicine Pearls

      • 3rd Edition
      • June 6, 2014
      • Richard B. Berry + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Sleep Medicine is a rapidly growing and changing field. Experienced sleep medicine clinicians and educators Richard B. Berry, MD and Mary H. Wagner, MD present the completely revised, third edition of Sleep Medicine Pearls featuring 150 cases that review key elements in the evaluation and management of a wide variety of sleep disorders. The cases are preceded by short fundamentals chapters that present enough basic information so that a physician new to sleep medicine can start reading page 1 and quickly learn the essential information needed to care for patients with sleep disorders. A concise, practical format makes this an ideal resource for sleep medicine physicians in active practice, sleep fellows learning sleep medicine, and physicians studying for the sleep boards.

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