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    • Interventional Management of Migraines and Other Headache Disorders

      • 1st Edition
      • November 30, 2024
      • Ivan Urits + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Interventional Management of Migraines and Other Headache Disorders provides a comprehensive overview of interventional treatment options available for migraine headaches and other headache disorders, including their mechanisms of action, indications, contraindications, and efficacy. It covers the fundamental principles of interventional procedures, including patient selection, preparation, and monitoring during and after treatment. This book offers practical instructions to clinicians and healthcare professionals for the selection, administration, and evaluation of interventional treatments for headaches. Further, it addresses the multidisciplinary aspects of migraine management, including collaboration between neurologists, pain specialists, anesthesiologists, and other professionals involved in patient care.

    • Tea in Health and Disease Prevention

      • 2nd Edition
      • September 14, 2024
      • Victor R Preedy + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      While there is a nearly universal agreement that drinking tea can benefit health, information on the benefits or adverse effects of drinking tea is scattered, leaving definitive answers difficult to ascertain. Tea in Health and Disease Prevention, Second Edition, once again addresses this problem, bringing together all the latest and most relevant information on tea and its health effects into one comprehensive resource. This book covers compounds in black, green, and white teas and explores their health implications, first more generally, then in terms of specific organ systems and diseases. With over 75% brand new content, this fully reorganized, updated edition covers a wider range of tea varieties and beneficial compounds found in tea, such as epigallocatechin gallate and antioxidants.Tea in Health and Disease Prevention, Second Edition, is an organized, efficient resource that will help readers find quick answers to questions and will help inspire further studies for those interested in tea research. This is a must-have reference for researchers in food science and nutrition, as well as nutritionists and dieticians.

    • Effective Approaches to Global Health Issues

      • 1st Edition
      • September 20, 2024
      • Manoj Sharma + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Effective Approaches to Global Health Issues is a comprehensive, interdisciplinary book that explores diverse topics in global health. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding the complexities and challenges associated with global health from various perspectives. The book delves into historical contexts, health indicators, cultural influences, behavioral factors, communicable and non-communicable diseases, malnutrition, nutritional deficiencies, obesity, environmental health, population issues, women's and children's health, mental well-being, global health systems, and emerging issues in the field. It goes beyond a mere recitation of topics and provides an engaging narrative that examines the interconnectedness of global health issues.This is an essential reference for students, researchers, and professionals involved in public health, international development, and related disciplines. By providing a comprehensive understanding of global health issues and potential solutions, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools to address the complex challenges of global health in their respective fields.

    • Trends in Clinical Diseases, Production and Management of Goats

      • 1st Edition
      • January 25, 2024
      • Tanmoy Rana
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Trends in Clinical Diseases, Production and Management of Goats, Two Volume Set examines goat diseases and their remedial measures after drug application. The book elaborates on disease and pathogenesis in a systematic way, describing disease evaluation, pathogenesis, identifications of pathogens and their severity to animals, exhibition of disease manifestation, and preventive and treatment strategies to counteract the aetiopathogenesis caused by pathogens. Further, the book gives insights on the microbial pathogenesis of goats, an overview of clinicals diseases of goats, and the impact on human health, aiming its content towards a broad audience, including microbiologists, veterinary scientists, and those working in the industry.

    • Deep Learning in Genetics and Genomics

      • 1st Edition
      • November 28, 2024
      • Khalid Raza
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Deep Learning in Genetics and Genomics: Vol. 2 (Advanced Applications) delves into the Deep Learning methods and their applications in various fields of studies, including genetics and genomics, bioinformatics, health informatics and medical informatics generating the momentum of today's developments in the field. In 25 chapters this title covers advanced applications in the field which includes deep learning in predictive medicines), analysis of genetic and clinical features, transcriptomics and gene expression patterns analysis, clinical decision support in genetic diagnostics, deep learning in personalised genomics and gene editing, and understanding genetic discoveries through Explainable AI. Further, it also covers various deep learning-based case studies, making this book a unique resource for wider, deeper, and in-depth coverage of recent advancement in deep learning based approaches. This volume is not only a valuable resource for health educators, clinicians, and healthcare professionals but also to graduate students of genetics, genomics, biology, biostatistics, biomedical sciences, bioinformatics, and interdisciplinary sciences.

    • Cytokine Response Against Major Human Viral Infections

      • 1st Edition
      • October 22, 2024
      • Mukesh Samant + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Cytokine Response Against Major Human Viral Infections provides in-depth coverage of the immunological response against human viral infections and the role and impact of cytokines on disease pathogenesis and host immune response.Cytokines, as a part of innate immunity, initiate the development of antiviral and TH 1-type immune responses. Cytokines also affect the adaptive immune response and disease manifestation. In five sections, this book gives a comprehensive introduction to the clinical manifestations of viral and infectious diseases; details the role of cytokines in DNA virus infections, RNA virus infections, and reverse transcribing virus infections; and gives insights into the recent advances and strategies in diagnostic tools and therapeutic and prophylactic measures.Cytokine Response Against Major Human Viral Infections is valuable resource for both researchers in immunology and virology, as well as for those in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, engaged in the study of cytokines and their immunological response against human viral infections.

    • Natural Preservatives for Food

      • 1st Edition
      • November 13, 2024
      • Manzoor Ahmad Shah + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Natural Preservatives for Food helps to identify various natural preservatives for applications in the food industry, including different areas like meat, fish, dairy, cereals, etc. The book's chapters deal with different sources of natural preservatives such as plant, microbial and animal based, while also covering chemistry, encapsulation and delivery, and the safety and regulatory status of natural preservatives. This book act as a comprehensive resource for food scientists, researchers and scholars, but is ideal for personnel working in various food industries.

    • Mass-Action Law Dynamics Theory and Algorithm for Translational and Precision Medicine Informatics

      • 1st Edition
      • April 9, 2024
      • Ting-Chao Chou
      • English
      • Paperback
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      “Mass-Action Law Dynamics Theory and Algorithm for Translational and Precision Medicine Informatics” provides a comprehensive overview and update of the mass-action law-based unified dose-effect biodynamics, pharmacodynamics, bioinformatics, and the combination index theorem for synergy definition (MAL-BD/PD/BI/CI). Contents advocate the fundamental MAL-PD/BI/CI/BI principle for biomedical R&D, clinical trials protocol design computerized data analysis, illustrates the MAL-dynamics theory with sample analysis, and includes data entry and automated computer report print-outs. In 11 sections “Mass-Action Law Dynamics Theory and Algorithm for Translational and Precision Medicine Informatics” leads the reader from an introduction and overview, to trial protocols and MAL-PD/CI approach for biomedical R&D in vitro and in animals. It describes the current Landscape of International FDA Drug Evaluation, Clinical Pharmacology, and Clinical Trials Guidance. This is a valuable resource for biomedical researchers, healthcare professionals, and students seeking to harness the power of data informatics in precision medicine.

    • Non-coding RNA in Plants

      • 1st Edition
      • November 29, 2024
      • Rahul Datta + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Non-coding RNA in Plants: Modulation and Stress Responses  is the first book to present the basics of the importance of long non-coding RNA and its potential in addressing abiotic and biotic stresses. Describing the MiRNA and small RNA and their role in plant development, this book explains the importance of long non-coding RNA in plants, including its significance in virus resistance, its transposable elements, effector trigger immunity, and fungal and bacterial resistance in plants. Non-coding RNA for Modulation and Stress Response in Plants presents the state-of-the-science from its historical foundation through application throughout the lifecycle and production of agricultural and non-agricultural plants. While various coding has been explored within animal science, plant exposition has been minimal.  This book is designed to inspire additional research and developments toward improved plant resiliency and production.

    • Non-Traumatic Acute Surgical Problems

      • 1st Edition
      • September 16, 2024
      • Constantine P. Spanos
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Non-Traumatic Acute Surgical Problems: An Infographic Guide is curated to offer a comprehensive understanding of acute surgical challenges, excluding trauma. Tailored specifically for medical students navigating their surgical rotations and seasoned instructors in the field, this guide serves as an indispensable resource. Each chapter serves as a path through the intricacies of acute surgical conditions with clarity and depth. Contents provide insight into the complexities of acute cholecystopathy, appendicitis, and acute pancreatitis, providing invaluable insights into diagnosis and sophisticated management strategies. This book navigates through the labyrinth of gastrointestinal bleeding scenarios, encompassing upper, lower, and variceal bleeding, as well as formidable challenges like caustic ingestion and esophageal perforation. Contents further cover vascular emergencies, unraveling the mysteries of aortic dissection, peripheral arterial embolism, and hypercoagulability, while mastering essential principles for timely and effective intervention. Coverage includes the subtleties of urological emergencies such as renal colic, pyelonephritis, and testicular torsion, alongside gynecological conditions including ectopic pregnancy and pelvic inflammatory disease.With a wealth of information, thoughtfully structured in an accessible format, this book not only empowers but emboldens its readers. Equipped with knowledge, insight, and confidence, individuals traversing the realm of acute surgical problems are fortified to navigate the challenges of real-world clinical settings with unwavering competence and assurance.

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