Books in Life sciences

Pediatric Substance Exposure

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Ju Lee Oei
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Pediatric Substance Exposure is a crucial resource for medical practitioners focusing on the long-term management of children exposed to addictive substances during pregnancy. It provides guidance on supporting families affected by substance abuse, starting with a comprehensive overview of epidemiology and global policy. The book examines various substances and their impact on children, discussing fetal management, infant and child care, and addressing family needs as the child grows. Beyond the basics, the book reviews social aspects, future research, and policy needs. Clinicians and researchers will find it invaluable for evidence-based decision-making and optimal treatment strategies.

Microglial Aging

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Marie-Eve Tremblay
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Microglial Aging: Basic, Translational, and Clinical Advances explores groundbreaking research on microglial function in the context of aging. This comprehensive resource delves into the physiological roles of microglia, the effects of aging on their structure and activity, and their significance in age-related neurodegenerative diseases. With insights from basic, translational, and clinical studies, it provides a thorough understanding of microglial health and its impact on aging. The book discusses how lifestyle choices can enhance microglial functions and prevent neurodegenerative diseases. It covers both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches, such as the ketogenic diet, cannabinoids, psychedelics, and non-invasive vagal nerve stimulation.This text is invaluable for researchers and clinicians focused on improving the quality of life for an aging population.

Liquid biopsy in Cancer Management

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Shvetank Bhatt + 3 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Liquid biopsy in Cancer Management: Integrating Diagnostics and Clinical Applications provides a comprehensive overview of liquid biopsy, covering its fundamental principles, technological advancements, clinical applications, and future prospects. In 16 chapters, the book focuses both on the practical implications of liquid biopsy in cancer management, and on its role in early detection, treatment monitoring, and personalized therapy. It emphasizes the integration of liquid biopsy into both diagnostic practices and therapeutic strategies, highlighting its potential to transform cancer care. The book discusses the latest research findings and explores future directions in liquid biopsy research, providing readers with a forward-looking view of the field.It includes case studies and examples to illustrate the clinical utility of liquid biopsy and enhance understanding of its applications. Overall, the book aims to be a comprehensive and authoritative resource on the subject, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the current state and future directions of liquid biopsy in cancer management.

Minimally Invasive Spine Techniques

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Timothy R. Deer + 1 more
English

Minimally Invasive Spine Techniques: Modern Approaches is an indispensable resource tailored for practitioners facing the daily challenges demanding precision, innovation, and comprehensive knowledge. This edited reference not only provides a detailed exploration of anatomy critical to procedural success but also equips practitioners with the latest techniques and tools in minimally invasive surgery (MIS). From patient selection criteria to surgical techniques and device applications, this atlas ensures that every facet of device implantation is approached with the highest standards of care and innovation. Richly illustrated with a pictorial atlas of best practices, it serves as an essential guide for training, ensuring optimal outcomes in clinical practice.

Telehealth in Movement Disorders

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Wael Mohamed + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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The COVID-19 pandemic forced the world to pause and reevaluate how we operate specifically in medicine, shifting to telemedicine and telehealth. Integrating telemedicine and telehealth into the healthcare system enables patient safety and has been proven beneficial to medical and surgical practices including patient primary care. Telehealth in Movement Disorder: Principles, Strategies, Applications, and New Directions provides guidance on how to deliver clinical assessment and treatment to movements disorders patients through telemedicine. This book is divided into three distinct sections. The first section reviews general principles including strategies, standards, policies, and ethical aspects. The second section explores how telemedicine can be integrated into diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with movement disorders including the use of new AI technologies. The final section discusses the integration and application of telemedicine in developing countries, including challenges and future opportunities.

Seaweed in Health and Disease Prevention

2nd Edition
December 1, 2025
Joël Fleurence + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Seaweed in Health and Disease Prevention, Second Edition updates knowledge on the therapeutic and functional activities related to algae and their compounds. The book includes a new chapter on the use of seaweed and seaweed products in the current war against viral-based exposures, a result of the massive research effort stemming from the global Covid Pandemic, along with the improvement of the nutritional value of algae via enzymatic or fermentation treatments. These treatments are at the origin of the production of oligosaccharides, presenting interesting biological activities for the human microbiota.Chapter updates on seaweed’s biochemical characteristics such as proteins, lipids, and polysaccharides are also addressed.

Placebo Effects in Neurology

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Fabrizio Benedetti + 1 more
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Placebo Effects in Neurology provides a comprehensive understanding of how placebos work and their impact on specific neurological disorders. Placebo effects occur in both clinical practice and clinical trials. Though primarily used in clinical trials to validate a treatment, their use in clinical practice may have benefits for the doctor-patient relationship, in therapeutic outcome, and in symptom perception. This volume describes the placebo effect in neurology, ranging from psychobiological mechanisms to specific neurological conditions and methodological and ethical issues. Both deceptive and nondeceptive (open-label) placebos are discussed. Placebo effects are discussed for neuropathic pain, Parkinson’s disease, myasthenia and fatigue, peripheral neuropathies, migraine, and neuropsychiatric disorders like depression and anxiety.

Pain Management in Palliative Care for Patients With Cancer

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Marin Golčić + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Pain Management in Palliative Care for Patients With Cancer provides healthcare professionals with holistic guidelines and whole-patient treatment philosophies that help practitioners address a patient's total needs. It is the only all-in-one resource for when the cancer patient and palliative care patient are one and the same. While other books focus on analgesics, this resource updates on how early palliative pain treatment can often be achieved by palliative chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or other methods. The myth that palliative care is only appropriate in late-stage illness persists not only among laypersons, but amongst many doctors as well.This book provides insights into what are commonly treated as unrelated disciplines, when in fact cancer care and palliative care have much to teach each other when it comes to oncology patients.

Comprehensive Integrative Oncology

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Suzanna Zick + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Comprehensive Integrative Oncology is a vital resource for clinicians who seek to blend integrative therapies with conventional oncology care to enhance patient outcomes. This book, authored by experts in both conventional and integrative medicine, emphasizes a holistic approach to cancer treatment. It provides practical guidance on incorporating scientifically-backe... therapies like botanicals, supplements, mind-body practices, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and exercise into standard cancer care, all while prioritizing patient safety, prevention, and overall wellness. The book delves into the philosophy of integrative oncology, offers tools for practical application, and presents integrative strategies for cancer prevention and symptom management.Additiona... it explores the needs of special populations within oncology. It serves as an indispensable textbook for oncology researchers and practitioners who aim to provide holistic and patient-centered care.

Capsaicin, the Pungent Principle in Hot Pepper

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Arpad Szallasi
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Capsaicin, the Pungent Principle in Hot Pepper: From Basic Pharmacology to Therapeutic Applications explores capsaicin's biological and pharmacological characteristics, from its discovery and isolation to its receptor identification and antagonists. The book's structure is divided into three sections, starting with the historical development of research on capsaicin. This foundational section provides a thorough understanding of the compound's journey from a simple pungent ingredient to a significant element in pharmacological studies. The second part of the book delves into capsaicin’s biological effects and pharmacology, covering areas such as nociception, pain, salivary secretion, body temperature regulation, and blood pressure regulation.Finally, the book examines the clinical applications of capsaicin, discussing potential future developments in desensitization, pain relief, injections, effects on the tumor microenvironment, appetite control, and longevity. This book is invaluable for pharmacology researchers and clinicians in pain management and cancer, offering insights into the unique characteristics and therapeutic potential of capsaicin.

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