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  • Mastocytosis, An Issue of Immunology and Allergy Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 34-2
    • May 2, 2014
    • Cem Akin
    • English
    This issue of Immunology and Allergy Clinics, edited by Dr. Cem Akin, is devoted to Mastocytosis. Articles in this issue include Human Mast Cell Signal Transduction; Mast cell tryptase role in homeostasis and coagulation; Mastocytosis: Current Classification and Diagnostic criteria; Epidemiology, risk factors and prognosis of mastocytosis; Mast cell sarcoma: Clinical management; Molecular defects in mastocytosis: c-kit mutations and beyond; Flow cytometry in mastocytosis: Utility as a diagnostic and prognostic tool; Morphology of mastocytosis with special reference to immunophenotypical aberrancies; CD30 expression in mastocytosis; Extramedullary mastocytosis: Pathologic aspects; Bone involvement and osteoporosis in mastocytosis; Drug allergy in mastocytosis; Eosinophilia in mastocytosis; Venom allergy and mastocytosis; Skin disease in mastocytosis; Treatment of advanced mastocytosis; Treatment strategies of mediator related symptoms in mastocytosis; and Neuro and psychological involvement in Mastocytosis.

  • Endocrine and Metabolic Emergencies, An Issue of Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 32-2
    • May 2, 2014
    • George C. Willis
    • English
    This issue of Emergency Medicine Clinics edited by Drs. George Willis and Tyson Pillow focuses on Endocrine and Metabolic Emergencies and covers topics such as: Diabetes Mellitus, Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Adrenal Emergencies, Derangements of Potassium, Derangements of Sodium/Water Balance, Derangements of Calcium, Magnesium, and Phosphorus, Metabolic Acidosis, Neonatal Endocrine Emergencies and more.

  • Core Curriculum for Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing

    • 5th Edition
    • May 1, 2014
    • AWHONN + 4 more
    • English
    Perfect as a resource in the field or for exam preparation, this authoritative reference from the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) includes in-depth coverage of the most common neonatal disorders and their management. The concise outline format highlights the essentials of each condition including definition, etiology, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, treatments, and outcomes to help you find important information quickly. This new edition also features an increased focus on evidence-based practice, new CAMTS and AAMS guidelines, new techniques for PICC placement, and changes to the Neonatal Resuscitation Program.

  • Práctica basada en la evidencia

    Colección Cuidados de Salud Avanzados
    • 1st Edition
    • May 1, 2014
    • M.ª Isabel Orts Cortés
    • Spanish
    Obra de la colección "Cuidados de Salud Avanzados" idónea para profundizar en el concepto de práctica basada en la evidencia (PBE) y su relación con la utilización de la investigación. Muestra cómo formular la pregunta clínica en función de su naturaleza, identificar los itpos de estudios y describir la jerarquía de evidencias, discernir entre las diferentes preguntas clíncias, elaborarlas bien, establecer su alcance, realizar una búsqueda de la evidencia tanto en fuentes primarias como secundarias y conocer y manejar los operadores booleanos. Permite definir el concepto de lectura crítica y conocer los procedimientos que se deben seguir así como las herramientas útiles para su realización, valorar críticamente la calidad de los estudios científicos y entender los conceptos metodológicos claves, describir el proceso de implementación de envidencias, identificar dificultades y conocer la aplicación de la metodología de la PBE en el contexto educativo.

  • Robinson's Current Therapy in Equine Medicine

    • 7th Edition
    • May 1, 2014
    • Kim A. Sprayberry + 1 more
    • English
    With coverage of current issues and the latest therapeutic advances, Robinson’s Current Therapy in Equine Medicine, Volume 7 provides a concise, all-new reference for the management of equine disorders and conditions. Chapters emphasize the practical aspects of diagnosis and treatment and provide details for therapeutic regimens. This new volume brings you thorough coverage and authoritative advice on selected topics in areas that have seen significant advances in the last five years. Cutting-edge topics include emerging and exotic infectious diseases that may endanger horses in North America; biosecurity strategies; imaging updates; medical genetics; multimodal pain management; and regenerative, geriatric, and oncologic medicine. A logical body-system organization will save you time in finding the information you need. From well-known editors Kim Sprayberry and N. Edward Robinson, with chapters written by nearly 200 equine experts, this invaluable reference provides unparalleled guidance on the latest issues in equine medicine.

  • Ultrasound: Part 2, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 30-2
    • April 28, 2014
    • Theresa S. Wu
    • English
    The second part of Dr. Wu's Ultrasound edition has more topics covered by an expert panel of authors. Topics discussed include ocular ultrasound, basic procedures, musculoskeletal, deep vein thrombosis, advanced procedures, and OB/GYN!

  • Volume 3, Issue 2, An Issue of Hospital Medicine Clinics E-BOOK

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 3-2
    • April 28, 2014
    • James Newman
    • English
    This online Clinics series provides evidence-based answers to clinical questions the practicing hospitalist faces daily. The tenth issue in our growing online database, edited by James Newman, covers essential updates in the following topics: Long QT; Noninvasive ventilation; Fever of Unknown Origin; Post Bariatric Surgery; Hospital Fall Prevention; Mimics of Cellulitis; UR Essentials; Neutropenic fever; Nephrotic syndrome; and Chronic Spinal Cord Injury.

  • Biliary Tract Surgery, An Issue of Surgical Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 94-2
    • April 28, 2014
    • Jessica A Wernberg
    • English
    Editor Jessica Wernberg and authors review the current management and procedures in biliary tract surgery. Articles will cover: anatomy and embryology of the biliary tract, bile duct cysts, symptomatic cholelithiasis and functional disorders of the biliary tract, gallstone pancreatitis, technical aspects of bile duct evaluation and exploration, iatrogenic biliary injuries, proximal biliary malignancy, distal biliary malignancy, gallbladder cancer, bile duct metabolism and lithogenesis, unusual complications of gallstones, endoscopic management of biliary disorders, biliary issues in the bariatric population, technical aspects of cholecystectomy, cholecystitis, and more!

  • Current Therapy in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery

    • 5th Edition
    • April 28, 2014
    • James C. Stanley + 2 more
    • English
    Current Therapy in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery is an ideal medical reference book to consult for information in this ever-changing field! Thoroughly revised to reflect the most recent innovations in vascular and endovascular surgery, it features more than 150 chapters on topics new to this edition, and equips residents and practitioners alike with the latest procedures and techniques in this rapidly growing area. Internationally recognized experts present expanded coverage of a wide array of topics, keeping you abreast of all of today's developments!

  • Palliativpflege

    • 1st Edition
    • April 27, 2014
    • Johannes Wüller + 3 more
    • German
    Palliativpflege – einfühlsam, kompetent, praxisorientiert Menschen in ihrem letzten Lebensabschnitt zu begleiten, stellt Pflegende und Angehörige täglich vor große Herausforderungen.Pa... behandelt alle wesentlichen Aspekte der Begleitung und Pflege sterbender Menschen. Im Mittelpunkt steht dabei immer die Frage: „Wie kann geholfen werden?“. Dieses Buch gibt Ihnen Antworten – es vermittelt pflegerisches Fachwissen für einen einfühlsamen und kompetenten Umgang mit Schmerzen, Schlafstörungen, Dermatologischen Störungen, Müdigkeit und Schwäche, Kachexie, Atemnot, Appetitlosigkeit, Demenz, Trauer und weiteren Pflegeproblemen palliativer Patienten.Das erfahrene, interdisziplinäre Autorenteam gibt Ihnen praxisnahe Tipps zu Arbeitstechniken, z.B. Positionierung und Mobilisation, Mundpflege, Wundversorgung, Ernährung und Infusionen.

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