R. V. Faller «Assessment of Oral Health: Diagnostic Techniques and Validation Criteria»
S. Karger Publishers (USA) | ISBN 3805570309 | 2000-07 | PDF | 318 Mb | 195 Pages
This book is a compilation of new and innovative techniques for the assessment and characterization of orally important conditions such as caries periodontal diseases and calculus. It also gives recommendations for the validation of new methods.
There are discussions on optical fluorescence and direct digital radiography for the detection and quantification of caries as well as optical coherence tomography and its application in the imaging of internal tissue microstructure. Furthermore recent advances in the evaluation of dental calculus and the quantification of plaque and periodontal bone and attachment loss are elucidated. Moreover an outline is given for the evaluation of three-dimensional structures using methods of coordinate metrology and the use of biological markers in the assessment of gingival inflammation is considered. The final chapter discusses the validation criteria that need to be applied to any diagnostic method before it can be generally accepted.
In this publication dental researchers and dental students will find a detailed summary of approaches to as well as validation criteria for new diagnostic techniques in dentistry.

F. Di Salle H. Duvernoy and P. Rabischong «Atlas of Morphology and Functional Anatomy of the Brain»
Publisher: Springer | ISBN: 354029628X | 127 Pages | Format: PDF | Size: 85 Mb (uncompressed)

This dual atlas aims at illustrating the anatomy of the brain and its appearance on MR images using a simple and effective mode of presentation. Following an introductory chapter “Comprehensive anatomy of the human brain” the book is divided into a morphological and a functional imaging section. The morphological atlas presents 3D surface images followed by high-definition MR sections acquired in the axial coronal and sagittal planes. The MR images are paired with the corresponding anatomical images to enable their clinical correlation. The functional atlas includes illustrative MR images showing cortical activation in various functional areas (including the auditory motor visual and language areas).

Title: Pain Medicine and Management: Just the Facts
Author: by Mark S. Wallace (Author) Peter Staats (Author) Mark Wallace (Author)
Publication: 1 edition (May 7 2004)
ISBN: 0071411828
Language: English
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional
Hardcover: 416 pages
Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.6 x 0.6 inches
Price: $57.95
Book Description
“The American Board of Anesthesiology offers a written examination in pain medicine designed to test for the presence of knowledge that is essential for a…” (more)
A quick reference to the management of pain for specialists as well as general medical practitioners and residents. Written in a concise bulleted format the :-):-):-):-):-):-) is limited to only the essential facts necessary for assessment and treatment of common pain conditions and presentations. A perfect review tool for both the anesthesia and pain medicine board exams.
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This concise yet comprehensive review is the perfect tool to prepare for certification re-certification CME-or for use as a clinical :-):-):-):-):-):-)er. Featuring the insights of the world’s leading authorities its highly efficient format conveniently condenses and simplifies only the most important :-):-):-):-):-):-) for maximum yield and comprehension. Features: *Perfect for pain medicine and anesthesiology exams-or as a concise clinical consult on the major presentations and interventions in pain *Standardized bulleted format highlights and summarizes aaa concepts to assure quick absorption of the material and reinforce your understanding of even the most difficult topics *All aaa topics covered including physiology patient assessment therapeutics and interventional therapies chronic and acute pain disability special techniques and much more *Gain easy access to state-of-the-art alternative treatments such as acupuncture and TENS new treatments for AIDS- and cancer-related pain and more *Chapters are logically organized to help focus your study and provide quick access to topics: ABBREVIATED :-):-):-):-):-):-)S: *Test Preparation and Planning *Basic Physiology *Evaluation of the Pain Patient *Analgesic Pharmacology *Acute Pain Management *Regional Pain *Chronic Pain Management *Special Techniques in Pain Management *Disability.

Tracy Walker «Cardiology in Family Practice: A Practical Guide»
Humana Press | ISBN 1588295095 | February 2006 | PDF | 175 Pages | 240 Mb

Cardiology in Family Practice A Practical Guide STEVEN M. HOLLENBERG MD TRACY WALKER MD / Acute Coronary Syndromes 1 1 Acute Coronary Syndromes TERMINOLOGY Acute coronary syndromes (ACS) describe the spectrum of disease in patients who present with any constellation of clinical symptoms that are compatible with acute myocardial ischemia. In this sense they differ from stable angina which is usually precipitated by increased myocardial oxygen demand (e.g. exertion fever tachycardia) with background coronary artery narrowing (limitation of oxygen supply).

William J. Moss «Child Health in Complex Emergencies»
National Academies Press | ISBN 0309100631 | 2007 (Not Published Yet) | PDF | 070 Pages | 103 Mb

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Child Health in Complex Emergencies OVERVIEW Addressing the health needs of children in complex emergencies is critical to the success of relief efforts and requires coordinated and effective interventions. It also describes surveys of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and international agencies providing care to children in complex emergencies which were conducted to identify guidelines commonly used to provide such care and assesses the :-):-):-):-):-):-) and limitations of these guidelines. The guidelines should target as much as possible the different levels of health care workers providing care to children to ensure appropriate effective and uniform care in a variety of situations. An external study commissioned by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in the UN Secretariat found that a lack of clear terms of reference guidance on responsibilities reporting requirements and consultation lines led to recurring problems in the provision of care during complex emergencies (Reindorp and Wiles 2003). Binding principles of engagement standardized indicators as part of a minimum essential data set and health-sector area-activity summaries are strategies to strengthen coordination and standardization of practice among different agencies in a complex emergency (Bradt and Drummond 2003). Postemergency Phase Many of the major causes of child morbidity and mortality in the acute phase of an emergency persist into the postemergency phase.

Heart Failure: A Clinician’s Guide to Ambulatory Diagnosis and Treatment (Contemporary Cardiology)
Author: by Mariell L. Jessup (Editor) Evan Loh (Editor)
ISBN: 1588290417
Publisher: Humana Press (March 2003)
Format: PDF – 361pages
Price: $99.50
Book Description
“Descriptions of heart failure exist from as early as ancient Egypt Greece Rome and India…” (more) Univ. of Pennsylvania Philadelphia. Text reviews all aspects of heart failure diagnosis and management. Provides problem-solving steps in office-based/ambulatory care. Includes evidence-based therapeutic options for treating patients with dyspnea fatigue or edema following the new ACC/AHA heart failure guidelines. For physicians and nurses.

Author: by G. William Dec (Editor)
ISBN: 0824758277
Publisher:Informa Healthcare; 1 edition (December 27 2004)
Format: PDF – 600 pages
Price: $179.95
“The advent of cardiac catheterization and echocardiography changed the landscape of cardiovascular disease…” (more)
Review…an excellent comprehensive and detailed review of the subject. -Cardiology News There are outstanding chapters on beta-adrenergic signaling excitation contraction and coupling heart failure in special populations angiotensin-receptor blockers and new treatments such as mechanical support immunotherapy gene therapy and cell treatment. -New England Journal of Medicine
Book Description
This impressive guide authoritatively summarizes the fundamental cellular and molecular abnormalities associated with heart failure as well as current invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques the latest pharmacological advances device-based therapies surgical options and evolving molecular treatments-surpassing any other text on the topic with concise discussions of recent molecular discoveries in pathophysiology alongside practical clinical approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure patients.

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ISBN: 0824740505
Title: Pharmaceutical Extrusion Technology (Drugs and the Pharmaceutical Sciences: a Series of Textbooks and Monographs)
Author: edited by Isaac Ghebre-Sellassie and Charles Martin
Publisher: Informa Healthcare
Publication Date: 2003-05-01
Number Of Pages: 420
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Pharmaceutical Extrusion Technology is the only resource to provide in-depth descriptions and analyses of the aaa parameters of extruders and extrusion processes. The book highlights the applicability of melt extrusion in pharmaceutical drug development and product manufacturing including controlled release dissolution rate and bioavailability enhancement and granulation technology.

ISBN: 0443054711
Title: Obstetric Ultrasound: How Why and When
Author: Trish Chudleigh Basky Thilaganathan
Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
Publication Date: 2005-01-19
Number Of Pages: 284
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Highly illustrated and practical this introduction to obstetric ultrasound provides a step-by-step guide for those new to ultrasound as well as a source of reference for the more experienced ultrasonographer. The :-):-):-):-):-):-) details the use of ultrasound in all aspects of pregnancy as well as many other commonly encountered gynecological situations.The order of material follows a logical approach to the use of ultrasound in pregnancy that’s easy to learn and remember.

Ultrasonography in Vascular Diagnos A Therapy Oriented Textbook and Atlas

Wilhelm Schäberle «Ultrasonography in Vascular Diagnos A Therapy-Oriented Textbook and Atlas»
Springer | ISBN 3540232206 | 2005 Year | PDF | 25 Mb | 356 Pages

Book Description
This comprehensive and up-to-date presentation of vascular ultrasound provides a detailed account of this diagnostic modality and the exciting expansion it has seen in recent years. The emphasis is on the clinical aspects that are relevant from the angiologist’s and vascular surgeon’s point of view. The main chapters are subdivided into a text section and an atlas section. The text part of each chapter gives an account of the respective vascular territory in terms of its sonoanatomy the examination procedure and normal findings the indications for diagnostic ultrasound and the clinical impact of the ultrasound findings. The atlas constituting the second part of each chapter presents a compilation of pertinent case material to illustrate the typical ultrasound findings not only of the more common vascular diseases but also of rare conditions that are nevertheless significant for the vascular surgeon and angiologist. The ultrasound material is compared with the angiographic and intraoperative findings. This book is a benefit for beginners as well as for experienced sonographers.