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G. L. Bakris, University of Chicago, IL, USA (Ed.)

Managing the Kidney when the Heart is FailingThe presence of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) increases the risk of death from cardiovascular causes and makes the management of heart failure difficult. The coexistence of CKD and heart failure is increasing in prevalence worldwide and requires a unique and subtle approach to patient manage-ment. Managing the Kidney in Heart Failure focuses on the therapeutic management of cardio renal patients. Common heart and kidney failure conditions are presented along with treatment scenarios aimed to reduce cardiovascular morta-lity and preserve kidney function. Co-authored by a Nephrologist and Cardiologist, each chapter of this concise and practical handbook offers a unified perspective to these chronic conditions.

Features 7 Few published books on this topic 7 Practical guide to therapeutics 7 Contributions by cardio-logists and nephrologists

Contents Epidemiology of Chronic Kidney Disease in Heart Failure.- Changes in Kidney Function Following Heart Failure Treatment: Focus on RAS Blocka-de.- Hyperkalemia Risk and Treatment of Heart Failure.-Management of Heart Failure with Renal Artery Ischaemia.- Combination Therapy in Hypertension Treatment.- Edema Mechanisms in the Heart Failure Patient and Treatment Options.- Ultrafiltration and Heart Failure.

Fields of interestsNephrology; Cardiology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

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2012. 172 p. 16 illus., 11 in color. Softcover7 $49.95ISBN 978-1-4614-3690-4

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G. L. Bakris, University of Chicago, IL, USA (Ed.)

The Kidney in Heart FailureChronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a recognized risk factor for cardiovascular events and death. The coexistence of CKD and heart failure is increasing in prevalence worldwide and requires a unique and subtle approach to patient manage-ment. The Kidney in Heart Failure focuses on the changes that occur in kidney physiology as a function of a failing heart. This comprehensive resource covers epidemiology, pathophysiology, management of kidney disorders and advances in nephropathy management.

Features 7 Few published books on this topic 7 Comple-te coverage of topic 7 Contributions by cardiolo-gists and nephrologists

Contents Epidemiology of chronic kidney disease in heart failure.- Anemia and cardiovascular risk in the kidney disease patient.- Renal hemodynamic changes in heart failure.- Changes in kidney function following heart failure treatment: Focus on RAS Blockade.- Extracellular fluid volume in the hypoalbuminemic diabetic patient.- B-Type natriuretic peptide: Beyond a diagnostic crite-ria.- Hyperkalemia risk and treatment of heart failure.- Management of heart failure with renal artery ischemia.- Treatment of hypertension in heart failure with renal artery ischemia: Role of the kidney.- Renal consequences of prostaglandin inhibition in heart failure.- Edema mechanisms in the heart failure patient and treatment options.- Ultrafiltration for volume control in decompen-sated heart failure / Combination therapies.- Cost benefits of minimizing pill counts and dosing regimens.- New markers of vascular risk.- Die-tary paradoxes to optimize cardiovascular risk management in CKD.

Fields of interestsNephrology; Cardiology


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2012. XII, 248 p. 28 illus., 21 in color. Hardcover7 $209.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3693-5

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M. Beyzadeoglu, Gulhane Military Medical School, Ankara, Turkey; G. Ozyigit, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey; U. Selek, American Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

Radiation OncologyA MCQ and Case Study-Based Review

‚Radiation Oncology: MCQs for Exams‘ (ROME) will cover the essential aspects of radiation phy-sics, radiobiology, and clinical radiation oncology designed to meet the needs of a large scale of examinees. Topics of this new book will be in the order of our previous „Basic Radiation Oncology“ (Springer, 2010) with additional two new chapters (Pediatric tumors and Rare tumors-Benign Di-seases) making a total of 15 chapters and instead of old style question and answer format,current MCQ examination pattern helpful for both oral exams and written exams is used in this compre-hensive bedside recall book complementing the „Basic Radiation Oncology“1st Edition.

Features 7 MCQ format with complementary oral exam questions, designed to meet the needs of a wide range of examinees 7 Covers the essential as-pects of radiation physics, radiobiology, and clini-cal radiation oncology 7 Individual chapters on tumors at different body sites

Contents Radiation Physics.-Radiobiology.-Clinical Radiation Oncology.-Central Nervous System Tumors.-Head and Neck Cancers.-Lung Cancer.-Breast Cancer.-Genitourinary System Cancers.-Gynecological Cancers.-Gastrointestinal System Cancers.-Soft Tissue Sarcoma.-Skin Cancer.-Lymphomas and Total Body Irradiation.-Pediatric Tumors.-Rare tumors and Benign Diseases.

Fields of interestsRadiotherapy; Oncology; Diagnostic Radiology


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S. L. Bonnick, Clinical Research Center of North Texas, Denton, TX, USA; L. A. Lewis, Clinical Research Center of North Texas, Denton, TX, USA

Bone Densitometry for TechnologistsAs a technology, bone densitometry is really quite extraordinary. The ability to quantify the density of the bones at a variety of skeletal sites has truly revolutionized the approach to a number of diseases, the most important of which is osteo-porosis. Using the information from the machi-nes, especially dual-energy X ray absortiometry (DXA) technology, physicians can recommend and prescribe interventions that will slow bone loss and reduce the risk of disabling fractures. The remarkable advances in skeletal imaging with den-sitometry devices have made possible quantitative and diagnostic assessments of skeletal structure.

Features 7 Up-to-date review of the essentials of densito-metry and its day-to-day practice 7 Emphasis on achieving precise measurements as the basis for treatment and follow-up 7 New guidelines for bone density testing and treating osteoporosis

Contents An Introduction to Conventions in Densito-metry.- Densitometry Techniques.- Skeletal Anatomy in Densitometry.- Performing a DXA PA Lumbar Spine, Proximal Femur or Forearm Study.- Radiation Safety in X-ray Densitometry.- Quality Control Procedures.- Precision in Bone Densitometry.- Using Absolute Risk to Predict Fracture Risk in Clinical Practice.- An Overview of Osteoporosis.- Interpretation of Bone Densi-tometry Data.- Less than Perfect Scan Images.- Pediatric Densitometry.- VFA Imaging, Femoral Morphometry and Hip Structural Analysis.- Body Composition Analysis.- Appendices.

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology


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3rd ed. 2012. 300 p. 189 illus., 59 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $219.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3624-9

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Y. Cohen, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA; A. N. Popper, University of Maryland, College Park, MD, USA; R. R. Fay, Loyola University Chicago, IL, USA (Eds.)

Neural Correlates of Auditory CognitionHearing and communication present a variety of challenges to the nervous system. To be heard and understood, a communication signal must be transformed from a time-varying acoustic wave-form to a perceptual representation to an even more abstract representation that integrates me-mory stores with semantic/referential information.

Features 7 Compliments and extends many recent SHAR volumes such as Sound Source Localization (2005) Auditory Perception of Sound Sources (2007), and Human Auditory Cortex (2011) 7 The neuro-physiological data will emphasize the exquisite spatial and temporal resolution of single-neu-ron 7 Brings together this exciting literature on the neural correlates of auditory cognition

Contents 1. Auditory Cognition: The Integration of Psy-chophysics with Neurophysiology.- 2. Processing streams in the auditory cortex.- 3. Task-related activation of the auditory cortex.- 4. The role of the auditory cortex in spatial processing.- 5. Neural correlates of auditory object perception.- 6. Neurophysiology of attention and memory processing.- 7. Phonemic representations and categories.- 8. The Influence of Vision on Auditory Communication in Primates.-9. Attention and dynamic, task-related receptive field plasticity in adult auditory cortex.- 10. Experience-dependent plasticity and the auditory cortex - Kathryn N. Shepard, Michael P. Kilgard, Robert C. Liu

Fields of interestsOtorhinolaryngology; Neurosciences

Target groupsGraduate

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2012. 500 p. (Springer Handbook of Auditory Research, Tentative volume 100) Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-1-4614-2349-2

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G. Cucchi, Université de la Méditerranée Aix-Marseille, Annecy, France; F. Hartmann, Faculté d‘Odontologie, Ceyrestes, France

Stress and OralityNew Data About Teeth Clenching & Outcomes

Contents Authors’ foreword.- General Introduction.- Diagnosis.- Introduction.- Symptoms Pain Location.- Nature, aggravating or relieving factors.- Resistance to drugs.- Discomforts.- Au-ditory problems.- Problems with swallowing and phonation.- Problems with posture and vision.- Fatigue and sleeping disorders.- Psycho-logical mood disorders.- Prolonged unexplained fever.- Immuno-deficiency disorders.- Autonomic problems.- Problems with nutrition.- Objective signs.- Examination.- Extraoral examination.- Intraoral examination.- Palpation.- Extraoral palpation.- Intraoral palpation.- Listening.- Acute factors.- Stomatognathic parafunctions.- Pa-thophysiology.- Characteristics of periodontal proprioception.- Physiological receptors.- The trigeminal nerve pathways and their central pro-jections.- The long ascending trigemino-telence-phalic projection pathways.- The long ascending trigemino-cerebellar projection pathways.- The outside-TBNC trigeminal projections.- Useful physiological reminders.- The sensitivo-motor innervation of the skeletal muscle.- The rest position of the jaw.- Inhibition Reflex of the Jaw Closing Muscles Originating in the Periodontum (IRJCMOP).- Phasic activity of the stomatog-nathic muscles.- The brain control on muscular activities.- Other implicated nervous centres.- Pathophysiological conditions.- Stomatognathic muscular spasticity.- Oral parafunctions.- Familiar grinding. [...]

Fields of interestsMedicine/Public Health, general; Neurology; Gastroenterology


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2012. 144 p. Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-2-8178-0270-1

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M. P. Cutchin, V. A. Dickie, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA (Eds.)

Transactional Perspectives on OccupationContents 1: Transactional Perspectives on Occupation: An Introduction and Rationale: Malcolm Cutchin and Virginia Dickie.- I. THEORETICAL EXTEN-SIONS.- 2: Dewey’s Concepts of Embodiment, Growth and Occupation: Extended Bases for a Transactional Perspective: Rebecca Aldrich and Malcolm Cutchin.- 3: Being Occupied in the Eve-ryday: Valerie Wright-St. Clair and Elizabeth Smy-the.- 4: Resituating the Meaning of Occupation: A Transactional Perspective: Kirk Reed and Clare Hocking.- 5: Conceptual Insights for Expanding Thinking Regarding the Situated Nature of Oc-cupation: Debbie Laliberte Rudman and Suzanne Huot.- 6: Exploring the Transactional Quality of Everyday Occupations Through Narrative-in-Action: Meaning-Making Among Women Living with Chronic Conditions: Sissel Alsaker, Staffan Josephsson and Virginia Dickie.- II. CASE STU-DIES: 7: Navigating Cultural Spaces: A Transac-tional Perspective on Immigration: Shoba Nayar and Clare Hocking.- 8: The Situated Nature of Disability: Sharon Dale Stone.- 9: Place Integrati-on: A Conceptual Tool to Understand the Home Modification Process: Karin Johansson, Malcolm Cutchin and Margareta Lilja.- 10: A Transactional View of Shedding at the Berry Men’s Shed: Alison Wicks.- 11: A Transactional Perspective on a Consulting Practice: Lauren Holahan, Laurie Ray and Virginia Dickie.- III. METHODOGOCIAL IMPLICATIONS: 12: Where the Transactions Happen: The Unit of Analysis When Applying a Transactional Perspective: Lena Rosenberg and Karin Johansson.- 13: Ethnography and the Tran-sactional Study of Occupation: Antoine Bailliard, Rebecca Aldrich and Virginia Dickie. [...]

Fields of interestsSociology, general; Occupational Therapy

Target groupsResearch

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2012. X, 290 p. Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-94-007-4428-8

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J. J. Eggermont, University of Calgary, AB, Canada; F.-G. Zeng, University of California, Irvine, CA, USA; A. N. Popper, University of Maryland, College Park, MD, USA; R. R. Fay, Loyola University Chicago, IL, USA (Eds.)

TinnitusTinnitus is a prevalent hearing disease, affecting 15% of the population, particularly hearing im-paired, veterans and even young people who grow up with mp3 players and iPods. The mechanisms underlying tinnitus remain controversial. At present there is no cure for tinnitus, and treatment options are limited. Different from previous tinni-tus books, including A. R.

Features 7 Focuses on neural mechanisms of tinnitus and its behavioral consequences 7 Covers research and potential therapies in humans 7 Discusses animal research that has led to increases in our understanding of the disease and its underlying mechanisms

Contents 1.Historical Reflections on Current Issues in Tinnitus.- 2. Behavioral Tests for Tinnitus in Animals.- 3.Molecular Mechanism of Tinni-tus.- 4.The Cochlea and the Auditory Nerve as a Primary Source of Tinnitus.- 5.Dorsal Cochlear Nucleus: Somatosensory–Auditory Interactions in Tinnitus.- 6.The Inferior Colliculus: Involvement in Hyperactivity and Tinnitus.- 7.Cortex: Way Sta-tion or Locus of the Tinnitus Percept?.- 8.Human Brain Imaging of Tinnitus.- 9. The Psychophysics of Tinnitus.- 10. Stimulating the Auditory System to Treat Tinnitus: From Alleviating the Symptoms to Addressing the Causes.- 11.Treatment: Phar-macological, Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Epidural Stimulation, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

Fields of interestsOtorhinolaryngology; Neurosciences; Neurology


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2012. XXV, 425 p. (Springer Handbook of Auditory Research, Volume 44) Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3727-7

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C. Faschinger, Medical University Graz, Austria; A. Hommer, Sanatorium Hera, Vienna, Austria

GonioscopyGonioscopy is a very important differential diagnostic tool that permits assessment of the anterior chamber angle and correct classification of glaucoma as a basis for specific treatment. This book clearly explains how to perform gonioscopy to best effect. The anatomy of the chamber angle is systematically described, and the impact of age, developmental disorders, and other pathologies on the chamber angle is explained. Particular attention is focused on primary and secondary open-angle and angle-closure glaucomas. In each case, the role of gonioscopy in evaluating the chamber angle is described with the help of many photographs and illustrations.

Features 7 Systematically describes the structures of the chamber angle identified by gonioscopy 7 De-scribes and depicts the chamber angle in the most important glaucomatous diseases, as a basis for differential diagnosis 7 Clearly explains examination methods 7 Discusses therapy for pathologies of the chamber angle

Contents History of gonioscopy.- How to perform gonio-scopy.- Anatomical structures of the chamber angle.- Grading systems of the chamber angle width.- Development of the chamber angle and developmental disorders.- The chamber angle in primary open-angle glaucomas.- The chamber angle in primary angle-closure glaucomas.- The chamber angle in secondary open-angle glauco-mas.- The chamber angle in secondary angle-closure glaucomas.- Laser in the chamber angle.- Operations in the chamber angle.- Influence of medications to the chamber angle.- Alternatives to gonioscopy.

Fields of interestOphthalmology


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2012. VII, 95 p. 147 illus., 138 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-3-642-28609-4

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I. Gallen

Type 1 DiabetesClinical Management of the Athlete

There has been a recent surge of new data on the subject of exercise and sport in type I diabetes, as well as great interest from the multidisciplina-ry healthcare teams looking after such patients. Providing advice and support to enable athletes to manage their diabetes during and after sport is an essential part of diabetes care. Type I Diabetes: Clinical Management of the Athlete outlines best practice and scientific progress in the management of people with type I diabetes who undertake a sport at any level. The book explores endocrine response to exercise, hypoglycemia and dietetics in the diabetic patient, and provides real-life examples of type I diabetes management at the professional athlete level.

Features 7 Focuses on the care of type I diabetes patients who undertake a sport to some level 7 Edited by a recognised world expert on the topic 7 Practi-ce-oriented for clinical reference

Contents 1. Endocrine and Metabolic Responses to Exercise.- 2. The Impact of Type 1 Diabetes on the Physiological Responses to Exercise.- 3. Pre-Exercise Insulin and Carbohydrate Strategies in the Exercising T1DM Individual.- 4. Physical Activity in Childhood Diabetes.- 5. The Role of Newer Technologies (CSII and CGM) and Novel Strategies in the Management of Type 1 Diabetes for Sport and Exercise.- 6. Hypoglycemia and Hy-poglycemia Unawareness During and Following Exercise.- 7. Fueling the Athlete with Type 1 Diabetes.- 8. Diabetes and Doping.- 9. Synthesis of Best Practice.- 10. The Athlete’s Perspective.

Fields of interestsDiabetes; Sports Medicine; Endocrinology


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2012. XIV, 223 p. 18 illus., 12 in color. Hardcover7 $189.00ISBN 978-0-85729-753-2

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H. B. Goldman, The Cleveland Clinic, OH, USA (Ed.)

Complications of Female Incontinence and Pelvic Reconstructive SurgeryFeatures 7 This text will serve as a comprehensive guide and reference allowing the surgeon quick and rea-dy access to information about the complications of female pelvic surgery procedures 7 Includes detail on how to prevent, identify and manage female pelvic surgery procedures 7 Great value to urologists, gynecologists, fellows and residents who perform these surgeries

Contents Taxonomy of Complications of Pelvic Floor Surgery.- General Complications of Pelvic Re-constructive Surgery.- Complications of Anterior Compartment Repair.- Posterior Compartment Repair.- Complications of Transvaginal Apical Repairs: Evaluation and Management.- Complica-tions of Abdominal Sacrocolpopexy.- Colpocleisis: Current Practice and Complications.- Compli-cations of Mesh Prolapse Repair.- Pain Compli-cations of Mesh Surgery.- Retropubic Bladder Neck Suspensions.- Complications of Biologic and Synthetic Slings and Their Management.- Complications of Female Urethral Reconstructive Surgery.- Complications of Urethral Diverticulec-tomy.- Vesicovaginal and Urethrovaginal Fistula Repair.- Complications of Transvaginal Bladder Neck Closure.- Bladder Augmentation.- Anal Sphincteroplasty.- Complications of Cosmetic Gynecologic Surgery.- Martius Fat Pad Construc-tion.- Complications of Soft Tissue Bulking Agents Used in the Treatment of Urinary Leakage.

Fields of interestsUrology/Andrology; Gynecology; Nephrology


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2012. 300 p. 68 illus., 55 in color. (Current Clinical Urology) Hardcover7 approx. $189.00ISBN 978-1-61779-923-5

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J. W. Homeister, M. S. Willis, McAllister Heart Institute, Chapel Hill, NC, USA (Eds.)

Molecular and Translational Vascular MedicineMolecular and Translational Vascular Medicine will serve as a state-of-the-art resource for physi-cians and translational medical researchers alike who are interested in the rapidly evolving field of vascular medicine. The text provides new insight into the basic mechanisms of classic vascular pathophysiologic processes like angiogenesis, atherosclerosis, thrombosis, and vasculitis.

Features 7 Provides new insights into vascular pathophy-siologic processes 7 Covers the emerging field of therapeutic angiogenesis 7 All chapters are written by experts in their fields

Contents The Molecular Biology and Genetics of Aneu-rysms.- The Molecular Biology and Treatment of Systemic Vasculitis in Children.- Recent Insights into the Molecular and Cellular Contributions to Venous Thrombosis.- The Ubiquitin Proteaso-me System in Endothelial Cell Dysfunction and Vascular Disease.- Molecular Imaging of Vascular Inflammation, Atherosclerosis, and Thrombo-sis.- Molecular Regulation of Vasculogenesis and Angiogenesis: Recent Advances and Future Directions.- Therapeutic Angiogenesis for Critical Limb Ischemia: Complex Mechanisms and Future Challenges.- Modulating the proliferative response to treat restenosis after vascular injury.- Cardio-vascular Nanomedicine: Challenges and Op-portunities.- Endothelial Progenitor Cells in the Treatment of Vascular Disease.

Fields of interestsPathology; Cardiology; Molecular Medicine


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2012. VI, 388 p. 42 illus., 36 in color. (Molecular and Translational Medicine) Hardcover7 $209.00ISBN 978-1-61779-905-1

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J. C. Kaski, St George’s, University of London, UK; D. J. Hausenloy, University College London, UK; B. J. Gersh, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MI, US; D. M. Yellon, University College London, UK (Eds.)

Management of Myocardial Reperfusion InjuryContents Preface.- Introduction.- Myocardial reperfusion injury: The clinical importance and magnitude of the problem, JC Kaski and G Ambrosio.- Section I. Myocardial reperfusion injury - Pathophysio-logy and molecular mechanisms.- The „no-reflow phenomenon“ leading to myocardial injury and dysfunction- Consequences of reper-fusion injury: Pathophysiology and molecular basis, H M Piper.- The coronary microcirculation expert’s view, A Pries.- The pathologist’s view, R Virmani.- The interventionist’s view.- Com-monly asked questions.- Pathophysiology and molecular mechanisms - Established facts and future research avenues – An integrated view, D Yellon.- Section II. Diagnosis.- The electrocardi-ogram.- Biomarkers.- Angiography.- Echocardi-ography.- MRI.- SPECT.- PET, P Camici.- Com-monly asked questions.- An integrated view on diagnostic strategies – Identifying salvageable myocardium.- Diagnostic algorithms.- Section III. Management – Currently available tools and future perspectives.- An integrated view on management – What is effective and what is not.- Discrepancies between results of treatment in experimental models and patients. Manage-ment algorithms, B Gersh.- Catheter lab options, M Marzilli.- Myocardial protection – Metabolic issues, WC Stanley.- Myocardial protection – Pre-conditioning.- New pharmacological options.- As-sessment of treatment efficacy.- Commonly asked questions.- Future perspectives, JC Kaski, D Yellon and B Gersch.

Fields of interestsCardiology; Cardiac Surgery


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2012. XIV, 318 p. 56 illus., 32 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $189.00ISBN 978-1-84996-018-2

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T. Knoll, Hospital Sindelfingen-Boeblingen, Sindelfingen, Germany; M. S. Pearle, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA (Eds.)

Clinical Management of UrolithiasisA host of new technologies, techniques, and medical regimens have been introduced over the past 30 years for the diagnosis, management, and prevention of urinary calculi. These range from novel imaging procedures and medical expulsive therapy to interventional treatment options.

Features 7 Practical guide to every clinically relevant as-pect of urolithiasis 7 Written by internationally respected leaders in the field, reflecting global expertise 7 Includes algorithms that allow easy translation of requirements for specific procedures into clinical routine 7 Includes the latest guideli-ne recommendations from Europe and the USA

Contents Epidemiology.-Imaging.-Acute Flank Pain.-Observations vs. Active Treatment.-Treatment Decisions.-Shock Wave Lithotripsy.-Shock Wave Lithotripsy: Opinion - The Ideal Machine.-Ureteroscopy.-Ureteroscopy: Opinion - No Access Sheath.-Ureteroscopy :Opinion - No Stents.-Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy.-Percu-taneous Nephrolithotomy : Opinion: - Supine Position.-Laparoscopic.-Pediatric Stones.-Stones in Pregnancy.-Stones in Exceptional Situations.-Metabolic Work-up.-Dietary Stone Prevention.-Dietary Stone Prevention : Opinion - High/Low Calcium, Oxlate Restriction.-Pharmacological Stone Prevention.

Fields of interestsUrology/Andrology; Nephrology; Internal Medi-cine


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2012. X, 217 p. 56 illus., 44 in color. Hardcover7 $189.00ISBN 978-3-642-28731-2

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T. Knopp, T. M. Buzug, University of Lübeck, Germany

Magnetic Particle ImagingAn Introduction to Imaging Principles and Scanner Instrumentation

This volume provides a comprehensive overview of recent developments in magnetic particle imaging (MPI), a novel imaging modality. Using various static and oscillating magnetic fields, and tracer materials made from iron oxide nanopartic-les, MPI can perform background-free measure-ments of the particles’ local concentration. The method exploits the nonlinear remagnetization behavior of the particles and has the potential to surpass current methods for the detection of iron oxide in terms of sensitivity and spatiotemporal resolution. Starting from an introduction to the technology, the topics addressed include setting up an imaging device, assessment of image quality, development of new MPI tracer materials, and the first preclinical results.

Features 7 First book on magnetic particle imaging (MPI), a novel imaging modality 7 Provides a comprehensive overview of the latest develop-ments 7 Topics addressed include setting up an imaging device, assessment of image quality, development of new MPI tracer materials, and the first preclinical results

Contents Introduction.- How Magnetic Particle Imaging Works.- How to Build an MPI Scanner.- Prior to Reconstruction.- From Data to Images.- Special System Topologies.- Putting MPI to Use.-Funda-mentals of Electromagnetism.

Fields of interestsImaging / Radiology; Nuclear Medicine; Magne-tism, Magnetic Materials


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2012. X, 220 p. 101 illus., 88 in color. Hardcover7 $179.00ISBN 978-3-642-04198-3

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R. Kozarek, Digestive Disease Institute, Seattle, WA, USA; T. Baron, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA; H.-Y. Song, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea (Eds.)

Self-Expandable Stents in the Gastrointestinal TractSelf-expandable stents were initially placed for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases but now play an integral role in the relief of benign and malignant obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract and biliary system.

Features 7 Includes unique illustrations 7 Covers all aspects of expandable stents 7 First text devoted solely to this topic

Contents History of GI Stenting: Rigid Prostheses in the Esophagus.- History of Bile Duct Stenting: Rigid Prostheses.- History of Self-Expandable Metal and Self-Expandable Plastic Stent Development.- Cur-rent Designs of Self-Expanding Stents.- Esopha-geal Prostheses.- Biliary Self-Expandable Metal Stents.- Enteric Prostheses.- Colonic Prosthe-ses.- Esophageal Stents: Indications and Place-ment Techniques.- Biliary and Pancreatic Stents: Indications and Placement Techniques.- Enteric Stents: Indications and Placement Techniques.- Colonic Self-Expandable Metal Stents: Indications and Placement Techniques.- Esophageal Stents: Malignancy.- Esophageal Stents: Benign.- Self-Expanding Metallic Stents for Malignant Hilar Biliary Obstruction.- Biliary Malignancy: Distal.- Benign Biliary Diseases.- Enteral Stents.- Colonic Stents.- Self-Expandable Metal Stents: Translumi-nal Stents.

Fields of interestsGastroenterology; Interventional Radiology; Colorectal Surgery


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2012. XI, 335 p. 173 illus., 96 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $209.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3745-1

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P. Lanzer, Gesundheitszentrum Bitterfeld-Wolfen, Germany (Ed.)

Catheter-Based Cardiovascular InterventionsA Knowledge-Based Approach

Operator skills, and in particular decision-making and strategic skills, are the most critical factor for the outcome of catheter-based cardiovascular interventions. Currently, such skills are commonly developed by the empirical trial and error method only.

Features 7 First knowledge-based tutorial designed to develop expertise in catheter-based cardiovas-cular interventions 7 Will enable the reader to master complex decision making and strategic skills 7 Equally relevant to cardiologists, surge-ons, vascular specialists, and radiologists 7 Writ-ten by some of the leading experts in the field

Contents From the contents: Historical Background: In-terventional cardiology.- Interventional vascular radiology.- Interventional neuroradiology.- Skills and Expertise: Cognitive science.- Cogniti-ve skills.- Psychomotor skills.- Professional expertise.- Legal expertise.- Computer simula-tions.- Diagnostic modalities: Cardiovascular X-ray imaging.- Radiation protection.- Coronary angiography.- Cerebral angiography.- Peripheral angiography.- IVUS.- Fractional flow reserve.- OCT.- Clinical Concepts: Femoral and brachial artery access sites.- Radial artery access site.- Popiteal artery access site.- Pedal artery access site.- Closure devices.- Instrumentation.- Guiding catheters.- Coronary Artery Disease: Stenting strategies. Bicurcations.- Grafts, vein and arteries.- Chronic total occlusions.- Multi-vessel disease.- Emergency PCI.- Complications.

Fields of interestsInternal Medicine; Cardiology; Vascular Surgery


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2012. XXXI, 942 p. 440 illus., 186 in color. Hardcover7 $199.00ISBN 978-3-642-27675-0

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A. A. Litonjua, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA (Ed.)

Vitamin D and the LungMechanisms and Disease Associations

Vitamin D deficiency is a worldwide problem and many associations with diseases are being disco-vered. Recently, there has been an interest in the role that vitamin D plays in the inception and pro-gression of lung disease. Vitamin D and the Lung: Mechanisms and Disease Associations delivers a concise, evidence-based review of the evidence for a role of vitamin D in various lung disorders.

Features 7 Delivers a concise, evidence-based review of the evidence for the role of vitamin D in various lung disorders 7 Written by an international group of expert authors to promote internatio-nal readership 7 Essential text for researchers in the respiratory field and practicing clinicians including internists, pulmonologists, and primary care personnel

Contents Vitamin D Deficiency: Historical Perspecti-ves.- Perspective: Evolution of Human Skin Color: How Low Levels of Vitamin D Drove Natural Selection.- Vitamin D and Lung Development in Early Life.- Vitamin D and the Innate Immune Response.- Vitamin D and Regulatory T Cells.- Dendritic Cell Modulation by the Vitamin D System.- Vitamin D Modulates Airway Smooth Muscle Function.- Genetic and Genomic Effects.- Acute Respiratory Infec-tions.- The role of vitamin D in the development, exacerbation, and severity of asthma and allergic diseases.- Vitamin D and COPD.

Fields of interestsPneumology/Respiratory System; Internal Medici-ne; Primary Care Medicine


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2012. XIV, 328 p. 49 illus., 24 in color. (Respiratory Medicine, 3) Hardcover7 $209.00ISBN 978-1-61779-887-0

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C. J. Lote, University of Birmingham, UK

Principles of Renal PhysiologyA good knowledge of renal physiology is essential to the understanding of many disease states. The purpose of the book is to set out the principles of renal physiology and normal renal function. Now in its 30th year of continuous publication, this new edition offers a logical progression through renal physiology and pathophysiology. In addition, the anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and patho-logy of the kidney are covered – making it highly suitable for system based courses. This 5th edition has been extensively revised and features a wealth of new and widely accepted information about kidney function.

Features 7 A concise and easily readable text 7 Ideal for undergraduate medical and medical science students 7 This 5th Edition has been extensively revised and features a wealth of new and widely accepted information about kidney function and renal physiology

Contents The Body Fluids.- Essential Anatomy of the Kid-ney.- Glomerular Filtration.- Tubular Transport.- The Proximal Tubule.- The Loop of Henle, Distal Tubule and Collecting Duct.- Renal Blood Flow and Glomerular Filtration Rate.- Regulation of Body Fluid Osmolality.- Regulation of Body Fluid Volume.- Renal Regulation of Body Fluid pH.- Renal Control of Body Fluid Potassium Content.- Renal Regulation of Body Calcium, Magnesium and Phosphate.- Summary of the Principle Reabsorptive and Secretory Processes in the Nephron Segments.- Disease Conditions Which Alter Renal Sodium and Water Reabsorption.- Use of Diuretics.-

Fields of interestsNephrology; Human Physiology


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5th ed. 2012. 175 p. 78 illus., 31 in color. Softcover7 approx. $59.95ISBN 978-1-4614-3784-0

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B. F. Mandell, Cleveland Clinic, OH, USA (Ed.)

Perioperative Management of Patients with Rheumatic DiseaseContents -Anesthetic Issues for Orthopedic Surgery in Patients with Rheumatoid Diseases.- Periopera-tive Pain Management and Orthopedic Surge-ry.- Autologous Blood Transfusion.- Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis in the Patient with Rheumatic Diseases Undergoing Orthopedic Surgery.- Preoperative cardiovascular risk assess-ment.- Management of Medications in Patients with Rheumatic Diseases During the Perioperative Period.- Prophylactic Antibiotic Use in Patients with Rheumatic Diseases.- Perioperative Ma-nagement of Antiphospholipid Antibody Positive Patients During Non-Cardiac Surgeries.- Peri-operative Management of Anticoagulation in the Patient with the Antiphospholipid Syndrome in Cardiac Surgery and Cardiac Interventions.- Peri-operative Management of the Patient with Immu-ne Thrombocytopenic Purpura de Novo, and the Thrombocytopenia of Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome.- Perioperative Management of the Patient with Pulmonary Hypertension.- Periope-rative Management of the Neutropenic Rheuma-tologic Patient.- Perioperative Management of the Patient with Chronic Kidney Disease, Hyper-tension, or End-Stage Renal Disease.- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.- Scleroderma and Raynaud Phenomenon.- Perioperative Management of the Patient with Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopa-thy.- Perioperative Management of Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis.- Perioperative Management of the Patient with Takayasus Arteritis.- Medical Issues in Osteoporotic Hip Fractures. [...]

Fields of interestsRheumatology; Surgical Orthopedics; General Surgery


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2012. XIII, 414 p. 53 illus., 28 in color. Hardcover7 $209.00ISBN 978-1-4614-2202-0

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A. L. Meyer, Administration for Children and Families, Washington, DC, USA; T. P. Gullotta, Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Connecticut, New London, CT, USA (Eds.)

Physical Activity Across the LifespanPrevention and Treatment for Health and Well-Being

Contents Preface; A. L. Meyer, T. P. Gullotta.- Chapter 1. Definitional Issues and Knowledge Gaps; A. Dia-na.- Chapter 2. Reflections on Rough and Tumble Play, Social Development, and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD); J. Panksepp, E. L. Scott.- Chapter 3. Physical Activity, Cognition, and School Performance: From Neurons to Neigh-borhoods; D. M. Castelli, C. H. Hillman.- Chapter 4. Influences of Social and Built Environments on Physical Activity in Middle-Aged and Older Adults; F. Li.- Chapter 5. Physical Activity as Depression Treatment; L. L. Craft.- Chapter 6. Physical Activity for the Prevention of Depression; B. M. Kwan, K. J. Davis, A. L. Dunn.- Chapter 7. Physical Activity as Treatment for Obesity; E. Jela-lian, A. Sato.- Chapter 8. Physical Activity and Ob-esity Prevention; N. Zarrett, D. K. Wilson.- Chap-ter 9. The Role of Physical Activity in Treatment of Substance Use Disorders; D. Pekmezi, L. Carr, B. Barbera, B. H. Marcus.- Chapter 10. Physical Ac-tivity for the Prevention of Child and Adolescent Drug Abuse; A. L. Meyer, A. Diana, E. Robertson.- Chapter 11. Individual-Level Behavior Change Strategies to Promote Physical Activity; K. Davis, S. Hubley, J. Leiferman.- Chapter 12. The Mandate for Movement: Schools as Agents of Change; J. J. Ratey, J. Sattelmair, S. Pelican.- Epilogue; T. P. Gullotta, A. L. Meyer.

Fields of interestsHealth Promotion and Disease Prevention; Child and School Psychology; Health Psychology


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2012. XVI, 302 p. (Issues in Children‘s and Families‘ Lives, Volume 12) Hardcover7 $189.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3605-8

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F. C. Mooren, Justus-Liebig-University Gießen, Germany (Ed.)

Encyclopedia of Exercise Medicine in Health and DiseaseContents Content divided in: General Principles.-Techniques.-Molecular Mechanisms of Exer-cise Physiology.-Training.-Prevention.-Sport Therapy.-Diseases.-Rehabilitation.-Nutrition.-Drugs.-Agents.-Adaptation.-Maladaptation. From the Content: Acid-Base Buffering Sys-tems.- Acidosis.- Acute Mountain Sickness.-Acute Phase Reaction.-Adipositas.-Adrenergic Receptors.-Aerobic Metabolism.-Aerobic-An-aerobic Threshold.-Aging.-Aids.-Altitude.-Alzheimer‘s Disease.-Amenorrhea.-Anabolic Steroids.-Anaerobic Metabolism.-Angiogenesis.-Antioxidants.-Apoptosis.-Arteriosclerosis.-Arthrosis.-Athlete‘s Diet.-Blood.-Blood Doping.-Bone Mineral Density.-Caffeine.-Cancer.-Carbohydrate Loading.-Cardiac Arrhythmias.-Cardiac Function.-Cardiac Hypertrophy.-Cardiac Infarction.-Cardiovascular Disease. [...]

Fields of interestsSports Medicine; Internal Medicine; Orthopedics


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D. B. Mount, VA Boston Healthcare System, MA, USA; M. H. Sayegh, Brigham and Women‘s Hopsital, Boston, MA, USA; A. K. Singh, Brigham and Women‘s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA (Eds.)

Core Concepts in the Disorders of Fluid, Electrolytes and Acid-Base BalanceFluid, electrolyte, and acid-base disorders are cen-tral to the day-to-day practice of almost all areas of patient-centered medicine – both medical and surgical. Virtually every aspect of these disorders has experienced major developments in recent years. Core Concepts in the Disorders of Fluid, Electrolytes and Acid-Base Balance encompasses these new findings in comprehensive reviews of both pathophysiology and clinical management.

Features 7 A concise and comprehensive text on the latest research and clinical management of electrolyte disorders 7 Written by leaders in the field 7 An invaluable resource for both the nephrologist and the non-specialist physician, or medical trainee

Contents The Physiology of Water Homeostasis.- Disorders of Water Metabolism.- Potassium and the Dys-kalemias.- Disorders of Calcium, Phosphate, and Magnesium Metabolism.- Management of Fluid and Electrolyte Abnormalities in Children.- Diu-retic Therapy.- Renal Acidification Mechanisms.- Core Concepts and Treatment of Metabolic Acido-sis.- Metabolic Alkalosis.- Respiratory Acid-Base Disorders.- Mixed Acid-Base Disorders.- Case Studies in Electrolyte and Acid-Base Disorders.-

Fields of interestsNephrology; Internal Medicine


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2012. 425 p. 66 illus., 15 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $209.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3769-7

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M. Niitsu, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Tokyo, Japan

Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the KneeDirected by: A. Guermazi, Boston University School of Medicine, MA, USA; Translated by: D. Hayashi, Boston University School of Medicine, MA, USA

This abundantly illustrated atlas of MR imaging of the knee documents normal anatomy and a wide range of pathologies. In addition to the high-qua-lity images, essential clinical information is pre-sented in bullet point lists and diagnostic tips are included to assist in differential diagnosis. Concise explanations and guidance are also provided on the MR pulse sequences suitable for imaging of the knee, with identification of potential artifacts. This book will be an invaluable asset for busy radiologists, from residents to consultants.

Features 7 Includes an abundance of high-quality MR images illustrating the normal knee and a wide range of knee pathologies 7 Provides essential clinical information and diagnostic tips to assist in differential diagnosis 7 Gives concise explana-tions of pulse sequences suitable for knee imaging and identifies potential artifacts 7 An invaluable asset for busy radiologists, and ideal for use in daily reading sessions

Contents Anatomy of the knee joint.- MRI pulse sequences.- Anterior cruciate ligament.- Posterior cruciate ligament.- Medial collateral ligament.- Lateral supporting structures including lateral collateral ligament.- Meniscal lesions.- Fractures, subluxa-tions and muscular injuries.- Knees of the infants and adolescents.- Degeneration and necrosis.- Le-sions of the synovium and plica.- Cyst-like lesions of the knee.

Fields of interestsImaging / Radiology; Diagnostic Radiology


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2012. VI, 181 p. 274 illus. Hardcover7 $159.00ISBN 978-3-642-17892-4

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C. P. Panayiotopoulos, St Thomas‘ Hospital, London, UK

Idiopathic generalised epilepsiesIdiopathic generalised epilepsies provides a concise, authoritative guide to this category of epilepsies. Each syndrome of idiopathic genera-lised epilepsy is detailed in regard to demographic data, clinical manifestations, aetiology, diagnosis, prognosis and management. The book finishes with a chapter on AED treatment for idiopathic generalised epilepsies. C. P. Panayiotopoulos is an internationally renowned leader and expert in the diagnosis, treatment and management of epilepsy. This pocket-sized reference work will be a valuable resource for all those involved in the care of pati-ents with epileptic seizures.

Features 7 Written by a world-renowned expert in the field of epilepsy 7 Accessible, pocket-sized, topic-specific guide 7 Lists syndromes of idiopa-thic generalised epilepsies recognised by the ILAE classification 7 Chapters covering the clinical manifestations, aetiology, diagnosis, prognosis and management of each of the main types of idiopa-thic generalised epilepsies

Contents Introduction.- Syndromes of IGE recognised by the ILAE.- Epilepsy with myoclonic–astatic seizures.- Childhood absence epilepsy.- Epilepsy with myoclonic absences.- Juvenile absence epi-lepsy.- Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy.- Epilepsy with GTCSs only.- Other probable syndromes of IGE to consider.- IGE with absences of early childhood.- Perioral myoclonia with absences.- IGE with phantom absences.- Autosomal dominant cortical tremor, myoclonus and epilepsy.- AED treatment of IGEs.

Fields of interestsNeurology; Internal Medicine; Pediatrics


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2012. Approx. 60 p. 14 illus., 4 in color. Softcover7 approx. $36.33ISBN 978-1-4471-4038-2

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C. P. Panayiotopoulos, St Thomas’ Hospital, London, UK

Imitators of epileptic seizuresImitators of epileptic seizures provides a concise, authoritative guide to non-epileptic paroxysmal events. The first chapter outlines the main types of epileptic seizures that imitate non-epileptic paro-xysmal events. The main bulk of the book details the numerous types of non-epileptic paroxysmal event which may look like epileptic seizures although they are not. C. P. Panayiotopoulos is an internationally renowned leader and expert in the diagnosis, treatment and management of epilepsy. This pocket-sized reference work will be a valuable resource for all those involved in the care of pati-ents with imitators of epileptic seizures.

Features 7 Written by a world renowned expert in the field of epilepsy 7 Accessible, pocket-sized, topic-spe-cific guide 7 Outlines the main epilepsy mimics, covering the most important in greater detail

Contents Introduction.- Main types of epileptic seizures and their imitators.- Syncopal attacks imitating epileptic seizures.- Psychogenic NEPEs imitating epileptic seizures.- Non-epileptic paroxysmal movement disorders imitating epileptic seizures.- Non-epileptic severe amnesic and confusional attacks imitating epileptic seizures.- NEPEs occur-ring during sleep and sleep disorders.- Subjective non-epileptic paroxysmal symptoms imitating simple focal seizures.- Migraine, migralepsy, basilar migraine with EEG occipital paroxysms and diagnostic errors.- Cerebrovascular NEPEs imitating epileptic seizures.



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C. P. Panayiotopoulos, St Thomas‘ Hospital, London, UK

Reflex seizures and related epileptic syndromesReflex seizures and related epileptic syndromes provides a concise, authoritative guide to this category of epilepsies. The clinical manifestations, aetiology, diagnosis, prognosis and management of the main types of visually induced seizures and epilepsies and also the main types of complex re-flex epilepsies are described. C. P. Panayiotopoulos is an internationally renowned leader and expert in the diagnosis, treatment and management of epilepsy. This pocket-sized reference work will be a valuable resource for all those involved in the care of patients with epileptic seizures.

Features 7 Written by a world-renowned expert in field of epilepsy 7 Accessible, pocket-sized, topic-specific guide 7 Covers the main types of reflex seizures and related epileptic syndromes, inclu-ding visually induced seizures and epilepsies and complex reflex epilepsies

Contents Introduction.- Visually induced seizures and epilepsies.- Photosensitivity, epileptic seizures and epileptic syndromes.- Idiopathic photosensitive occipital lobe epilepsy.- Jeavons syndrome.- Pat-tern-sensitive epilepsy.- Fixation-off sensitivity.- Complex reflex epilepsies.- Seizures induced by thinking and praxis.- Primary (idiopathic) reading epilepsy.- Startle seizures.- Hot water epilepsy.



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2012. Approx. 50 p. 12 illus., 4 in color. Softcover7 approx. $36.99ISBN 978-1-4471-4041-2

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C. Patterson, McAllister Heart Institute, Chapel Hill, NC, USA; M. S. Willis, McAllister Heart Institute, Chapel Hill, NC, USA (Eds.)

Translational CardiologyMolecular Basis of Cardiac Metabolism, Cardiac Remodeling, Translational Therapies and Imaging Techniques

Features 7 New developments in cellular, viral, and non-biologic therapies 7 All chapters are written by experts with diverse backgrounds 7 Focus on patient-oriented disease mechanisms and thera-pies 7 The authors simplify complex concepts

Contents Relationship Between Myocardial Ischemia/Reperfusion and Time-of-Day.- Phosphotransfer Reactions in the Failing Heart.- Mitochondria in Cardiac Disease.- PPAR/PGC-1 Regulation of Metabolism in Cardiac Disease.- AMPK and Metabolic Remodeling in Cardiac Disease.- Me-chanotransduction in Cardiac Hypertrophy and Ischemia.- Cardiac Plasticity in Health and Disease.- Ubiquitylation‐Dependent Signaling in Heart Disease.- Mechanisms of Cardiac Dys-function Associated with Cancer Therapeutics.- Molecular Basis of Cardiac Development and Congenital Heart Disease.- Cellular Therapy for the Infarcted Myocardium.- Novel Approaches to Deliver Molecular Therapeutics in Cardiac Disease Using Adeno-Associated Virus Vectors.- Novel Delivery of Molecular Therapeutics to the Heart Using Non-Biologic Constructs (PPMO/Morpho-lino) in Muscular Dystrophy.- Molecular Imaging of Cardiovascular Disease.

Fields of interestsPathology; Cardiology; Molecular Medicine


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2012. XV, 590 p. 67 illus., 52 in color. (Molecular and Translational Medicine) Hardcover7 $239.00ISBN 978-1-61779-890-0

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W. F. Peacock, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, OH, USA (Ed.)

Short Stay Management of Acute Heart FailureContents Society of Chest Pain Centers’ Heart Failure Ac-creditation.- The Economics and Reimbursement of Congestive Heart Failure.- Regulatory Require-ments in Acute Heart Failure.- Quality and Ope-rational Metrics in Heart Failure.- Interaction of Performance Measurements, Staffing, and Facility Requirements for the Heart Failure Observation Unit.- Heart Failure: Epidemiology and Demogra-phics.- Pathophysiology of Acute Decompensated Heart Failure.- The Out-of-Hospital Management of Acute Heart Failure.- Dyspnea Assessment and Airway Management in Acute Heart Failure Syndromes Patients.- Volume Assessment in the Emergency Department.- Diagnostic and Prognostic Biomarkers in Emergency Department Heart Failure.- Emergency Department Therapy of Acute Heart Failure.- Observation Unit Entry Tx and Dispo.- Observation Unit Admission Inclusi-on and Exclusion Criteria.- Acute Heart Failure in Observation Unit Treatment Protocols.- Education Elements in the Observation Unit for Heart Failu-re Patients.- Emergency Department and Observa-tion Unit Discharge Criteria.- Effective Discharge Planning.- Outpatient Medication Titration in Acute Heart Failure.- Drugs to Avoid in Acute Heart Failure: Contraindictated Medications and Interactions.- Implications of Atrial Fibrillati-on in Heart Failure Management.- Implantable Cardiac Devices in the Short Stay Management of Decompensated Heart Failure.- Heart Failure and Kidney Disease: Management in the Short Stay Unit.- Heart Failure Research in the Emergency Department and Observation Unit. [...]

Fields of interestsCardiology; Emergency Medicine; Internal Medicine


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Originally published by Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 2006

2nd ed. 2012. XIII, 347 p. 244 illus. (Contemporary Cardiology) Hardcover7 $189.00ISBN 978-1-61779-626-5

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M. Picichè, San Bortolo Hospital, Vicenza, Italy (Ed.)

Dawn and Evolution of Cardiac ProceduresResearch Avenues in Cardiac Surgery and Interventional Cardiology

The book provides a clear overview of the various research stages of cardiac surgery, interventi-onal cardiology, and cardiac anesthesia. It also deals with recent advances in minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, and many other inno-vations introduced in this field. However, aim of this volume is not only to describe the evolution of the discipline, but also to give the occasion of revisiting old and forgotten ideas that could be used successfully also nowadays if supported by modern technologies. With contributions by re-nowned international experts, the volume will be a very useful tool for students, residents, cardiac surgery and anesthesia professionals, cardiologists, biomedical engineers, and researchers.

Features 7 A book for understanding the origins of cur-rent practice in cardiac procedures 7 Innovative ideas from the past offer unlimited opportunities for researchers of today and tomorrow and may be re-explored with the help of modern technolo-gies 7 A useful source for young professionals

Contents PART I Research on Cardiac Surgery and Right Cardiac Catheterization before the Advent of Cardiopulmonary Bypass.- PART II Research on the Cardiopulmonary Bypass Machine.- PART III Research on Interventional Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery after the Advent of Cardiopulmo-nary Bypass.

Fields of interestsCardiac Surgery; Cardiology; Anesthesiology


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C. S. Pitchumoni, Saint Peter’s University Hospital ,New Brunswick, NJ, USA; T. S. Dharmarajan, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY, USA (Eds.)

Geriatric GastroenterologyContents Geriatric Gastroenterology: the Geriatrician’s Perspective.- Geriatric Gastroenterology: The gastroenterologist’s perspective.- Geriatric gast-roenterology: future trends.- The Physiology of Aging.- The Gastrointestinal System and Aging.- Epidemiology of Gastrointestinal disease.- Com-prehensive Geriatric Assessment.- Drug effects on the gastrointestinal tract.- Pharmacokinetics of aging.- Drug-nutrient interactions.- Probiotics.- Geriatric Nutritional assessment.- Tube feeding: techniques and procedure.- Enteral and Parenteral nutrition.- Ethical aspects, expectations and out-comes associated with PEG in Dementia.- Water, Potassium, Sodium, and Chloride in Nutrition.- Intravenous Fluid Administration.- B12 and Folic acid.- Iron, copper and zinc.- Vitamin D and calcium.- Dietary Fiber in Health and Disease.- Healthy Diet for the Older adult.- Endoscopy in Older Adults: Risks, benefits, considerations.- Wireless capsule endoscopy.- Gastrointestinal Radiology.- Advanced Imaging of Geriatric Gast-rointestinal Pathology.- Laboratory tests in Older Adults: Indications, Interpretations, Issues.- Gas-trointestinal Pathology in the Older Adult.- Dys-phagia.- Gastroparesis in older adults.- Esophageal Reflux disease and its Complications.- Abdominal pain.- Intestinal Gas.- Constipation.- Diarrhea.- Upper and Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding.- Liver function tests and interpretation.- Viral Liver Di-seases.- Tumors of the liver.- Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and Non-alcoholic Stea-tohepatitis (NASH).- Drug induced liver injury.- Gall bladder disease.- Acute Pancreatitis.- Chronic Pancreatitis.- Oral health in Older Adults. [...]

Fields of interestsGastroenterology; Geriatrics/Gerontology; Inter-nal Medicine


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N. Reau, The University of Chicago Medical Center, IL, USA; F. F. Poordad, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA (Eds.)

Primary Liver CancerSurveillance, Diagnosis and Treatment

Primary Liver Cancer: Surveillance, Diagnosis and Treatment focuses on the many therapies rapidly evolving to assist with controlling hepatocellular carcinoma as well as emerging technologies to assist in early diagnosis as well as prevention. All chapters are written by experts in their fields and include the most up to date information for diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, epidemiology, staging, recurrence and prevention.

Features 7 Emphasis on evolving therapies and emer-ging technologies 7 Written by experts in the field 7 Covers early diagnosis and prevention

Contents Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Etiology and Natural History.- Surveillance for Hepatocellular Carci-noma.- Radiologic Diagnosis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma.- Pathology of Hepatocellular Carcino-ma.- Differential Diagnosis of Focal Hepatic Lesi-ons.- Paraneoplastic Syndromes.- Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Children.- Staging of Hepatocellular Carcinoma.- Liver Anatomy and Function in the Planning of Hepatic Interventions.- Treatment of HCC: Resection, Local-Regional Therapy, Systemic therapy and Liver Transplantation.- Re-currence: Prevention and Management.- The Impact of Treating Chronic Liver Diseases on Hepatocellular Carcinoma Prevention.- Emerging Serum Biomarkers of HCC.- Emerging therapies for Hepatocellular Carcinoma.

Fields of interestsGastroenterology; Hepatology; Oncology


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2012. XII, 332 p. 61 illus., 29 in color. (Clinical Gastroenterology) Hardcover7 $209.00ISBN 978-1-61779-862-7

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K. L. Roos, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA (Ed.)

Emergency NeurologyThe most common problems for which patients present to the Emergency Department are neuro-logical disorders, including stroke, syncope, back pain and headache. The etiology of the patient‘s symptoms may be life-threatening, that is, when headache is due to subarachnoid hemorrhage or meningitis, or life-altering, that is, when back pain or weakness is due to spinal cord compression, if not diagnosed and treated urgently. This is a comprehensive textbook of the disorders that are neurological emergencies, including their differen-tial diagnosis, diagnosis and treatment.

Features 7 Essential text for anyone involved in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological emergen-cies 7 Appendix includes differential diagnosis tables and algorithms for quick reference 7 Writ-ten by world renowned leaders in neurological education

Contents Preface.- Headache in the Emergency Depart-ment.- Low Back Pain Emergencies.- Dizziness and Vertigo Presentations in the Emergency Department.- Syncope.- Acute Visual Loss.- Dip-lopia, Third Nerve Palsies and Sixth Nerve Palsi-es.- Facial Nerve Palsy.- Acute Stroke Evaluation and Management.- Intracerebral Hemorrhage.- Seizures and Status Epilepticus.- Central Nervous System Infections.- Weakness (Guillain-Barré Syndrome).- Spinal Cord Compression and Myelopathies.- Movement Disorder Emergenci-es.- Encephalopathy.- Acute Respiratory Failure in Neuromuscular Disorders.- Coma and Brain Death.- Neurotoxicology Emergencies.- Substance Abuse, Somatization and Personality Disorders.

Fields of interestsNeurology; Emergency Medicine; Intensive / Critical Care Medicine


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C. Schnakers, S. Laureys, University of Liège, Belgium (Eds.)

Coma and Disorders of ConsciousnessIn spite of medical advances and the increasing number of severely brain-injured patients, the assessment and treatment of patients recovering from coma remain challenging.

Features 7 Consolidates the most recent developments in a challenging but very interesting area 7 High-lights the ground-breaking clinical work of the Coma Science Group 7 Highlights the use of the latest multimodal imaging techniques in the assessment, evaluation and diagnosis of disorders of consciousness and the potential for neuroreha-bilitative treatment strategies

Contents Behavioral assessment and diagnosis of disorders of consciousness.- Prognosis of patients with al-tered state of consciousness.- Functional imaging and impaired consciousness.- Multivariate pattern recognition analysis: brain decoding.- Spectrosco-py and diffusion tensor imaging in disorders of consciousness.- Electrophysiology and disorders of consciousness.- Brain computer interface: a communication aid?.- Using transcranial magnetic stimulation to measure cerebral connectivity in patients with disorders of consciousness.- Sleep in disorders of consciousness.- Sensory stimulation program.- Feasibility of oral feeding in patients with disorders of consciousness.- Pharmacological treatments.- Deep Brain Stimulation.- The ethics of managing disorders of consciousness.- Future perspectives of clinical coma science.

Fields of interestsNeurology; Rehabilitation; Internal Medicine


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P. H. Schur, E. M. Massarotti, Brigham and Women‘s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA (Eds.)

Lupus ErythematosusClinical Evaluation and Treatment

Often considered the prototypic autoimmu-ne disease, Lupus is characterized by protean manifestations and affects a wide range of organ systems. Despite widespread availability of anti nuclear antibody testing and other technological diagnostic advances, the diagnosis of lupus can be elusive, difficult, and inexact. Treatment of the disease can also be challenging.

Features 7 Provides internists and rheumatologists with the essentials of lupus diagnosis and treat-ment 7 Easily readable and concise 7 Written by leading experts in the field

Contents -SLE Epidemiology: Epidemiology Subtypes and Risk Factors for Development.- The Immunopa-thogenesis and Immunopathology of SLE.- Diag-nosis and Monitoring SLE.- Clinical Monitoring of the Patient with Lupus.- The Treatment of SLE: General Principles.- Cutaneous Manifestations of Lupus Erythematosus.- Musculoskeletal Manifes-tations of SLE.- The Cerebrovascular System in SLE.- Pulmonary Manifestations of SLE.- Hema-tologic Manifestations of SLE.- Renal Manifes-tations of SLE.- Gastrointestinal Manifestations of SLE.- Neuropsychiatric Aspects of SLE.- SLE and Pregnancy.- Anti-phospholipid Antibody Syndrome.- Lupus-Like Syndromes related to Drugs.- New and Emerging Therapies for SLE.- Comorbidities in SLE.

Fields of interestsRheumatology; Internal Medicine; General Practi-ce / Family Medicine


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2012. 250 p. 22 illus., 17 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $189.00ISBN 978-1-4614-1188-8

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I. Shergill, Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham, Wales, UK; M. Arya, University College Hospital, London, UK; T. Upile, Barnet and Chase Farm Hospital, London, UK; N. Arya, Sturgeon Community Hospital, St. Albert, Alberta, AB, Canada; P. Dasgupta, Kings College London, UK (Eds.)

Surgical Emergencies in Clinical PracticeWith the introduction of new post-graduate Me-dical training in the UK, virtually all doctors will be exposed to some form of surgical training prior to specialization. Many of these doctors will have little exposure to surgical emergencies in medical school. Thus, they may unnecessarily refer to a se-nior doctor when not needed, or catastrophically neglect a patient needing urgent surgical opinion.

Features 7 Surgical Emergencies in Clinical Practice is a vital book in the new course being organised by the Editor: National and International Surgical Emergencies Course 7 Surgical Emergencies in Clinical Practice includes key features of history and examination which enables the understan-ding of what is required in day-to-day clinical practice 7 Describes the principles of acute management allowing the reader to understand the importance of emergency management and the implications of not applying the key principles

Contents General Surgical Emergencies.- Vascular Emer-gencies.- Endocrine Emergencies.- Trauma and Orthopedic Emergencies.- ENT Emergencies.- Urological Emergencies.- MaxilloFacial Emergen-cies.- Cardiothoracic Surgical Emergencies.- Plas-tics Emergencies.- Neurosurgery Emergencies.

Fields of interestsSurgery; General Surgery


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2012. XX, 124 p. 30 illus., 20 in color. Softcover7 approx. $39.95ISBN 978-1-4471-2875-5

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L. Solomin, R.R. Vreden Russian Research Institute of Traumatology and Orthopaedics, St Petersburg, Russia (Ed.)

The Basic Principles of External Skeletal Fixation Using the Ilizarov and Other DevicesThe Ilizarov device has revolutionized the treat-ment of non-healing fractures and the correction of deformities. This book supplies all the informa-tion required in order to use the Ilizarov and other external fixation devices optimally; it will serve as an indispensable manual for both trainee and experienced orthopedic surgeons. Biomechanical principles, preoperative preparation, and the use of a system of coordinates to allow safer insertion of K-wires and half pins are thoroughly discussed. External fixation of a variety of fractures in diffe-rent pathologic settings is then clearly explained in a series of detailed chapters with the aid of high-quality illustrations. Numerous case reports are included to illustrate the results of different treatment methods. In addition, postoperative management and treatment of complications are described.

Features 7 Provides detailed guidance on use of the Iliza-rov and other external fixation devices 7 Covers a wide range of fractures and pathologic set-tings 7 Numerous high-quality illustrations and case reports 7 New edition with contributions from leading world experts

Contents Part 1 General Aspects of External Fixation.- Part 2 Specific Aspects of External Fixation.- Part 3 Supplementary materials.

Fields of interestsOrthopedics; Surgical Orthopedics; Rehabilitation Medicine


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2nd ed. 2012. Approx. 450 p. 1000 illus. in color. Hardcover7 $209.00ISBN 978-88-470-2618-6

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R. Strumia, University Hospital Arcispedale Santa Anna, Ferrara, Italy (Ed.)

Eating Disorders and the SkinAt least 40 skin signs are associated with eating disorders (EDs), and some of them are considered guiding signs because they are indicative of an otherwise hidden ED.

Features 7 Identifies and discusses the characteristic skin signs that will enable a dermatologist to identify an otherwise hidden eating disorder 7 Docu-ments typical changes in the hair, nails, and oral cavity 7 Written by the foremost experts in the field

Contents Classification of Eating Disorders.- Epidemiology of Eating Disorders.- Medical Complications. Treating Eating Disorders in Primary Care.- En-docrine Abnormalities in Eating Disorders.- Nut-ritional Status and Immunocompetence in Eating Disorders.- Skin Signs Due to Starvation.- Skin Signs Due to Self-Induced Vomiting.- Skin Signs Due to Abuse/Misuse Of Drugs.- Skin Signs Due to Psychiatric Morbidity.- Dermatologic Findings in Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa of Childhood and Adolescence.- The Anorectic Hand”.- Hair in Eating Disorders.- Nails in Eating Disorders.- Oral Status in Eating Disorders.- Dissatisfaction With Skin Appearance Among Patients With Eating Disorders.- Aging-Related Concerns and Body Image: Possible Future Implications for Eating Disorders.- Pain Sensitivity in Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa.- The Effect of Anorexia Nervosa on Skin Thickness, Skin Collagen And Bone Density.- Adipose Tissue Distribution After Weight Restoration and Weight Maintenance in Women With Anorexia Nervosa.- Conclusions.

Fields of interestsDermatology; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; General Practice / Family Medicine


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2012. 150 p. 55 illus. in color. Hardcover7 approx. $139.00ISBN 978-3-642-29135-7

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Y. H. Sun, Chang hai Hospital, Shang Hai, China; A. D. Smith, Arthur Smith Institute of Urology, NY, USA; B. Yang, Chang hai Hospital, Shang Hai, China (Eds.)

The Training Courses of Urological LaparoscopyThe Training Courses of Urological Laparoscopy is written by an international team of experts who have come together to share their experiences of training and skills acquisition in Urological Laparoscopy.

Features 7 Written by experts from around the world The Training Courses of Urological Laparoscopy is a valuable training aid with a global perspec-tive which will appeal to urologists from diverse backgrounds 7 Covers basic dry lab training and advanced techniques as well as useful tips in dealing with complications 7 Provides a specia-lized training course for single port laparoscopic surgery

Contents The Role of Laparoscopy in Training.- How to Improve Your Laparoscopic Skills Quickly.- The Basic Laparoscopic Skills Training Module.- The Advanced Laparoscopic Skills Training Module.- The Laparoscopic Animal Lab Training Modu-le.- The Laparoendoscopic Single-site Surgery (LESS) Training Module Ying Hao Sun, Bo Yang, Huiqing.- Skills and Training Course in Robotic Laparoscopic Urology Ananthakrishnan Siva-raman, Rafael.- The Skills and Training Course of NOTES in Urology.- The Tips and Tricks of the Suture in Urologic Laparoscopy.- Dissection and Hemostasis in Urologic Laparoscopy: Tips and Tricks.- Anatomic Planes and Landmarks in Urologic Laparoscopy.- Urologic Laparoscopic Surgery: Analysis of the Complications.

Fields of interestsSurgery; Urology/Andrology


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2012. X, 166 p. 154 illus., 136 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $189.00ISBN 978-1-4471-2722-2

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P. G. Supino, J. S. Borer, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY, USA (Eds.)

Principles of Research MethodologyA Guide for Clinical Investigators

Principles of Research Methodology: A Guide for Clinical Investigators is the definitive, compre-hensive guide to understanding and performing clinical research.

Features 7 Based on a highly regarded and popular lecture series on research methodology 7 Comprehensi-ve guide written by experts in the field 7 Empha-sizes the essentials and fundamentals of research methodologies

Contents Preface.- Foreword.- Overview of the Research Process.- Developing a Research Problem.- The Research Hypothesis: Role and Construction.- De-sign and Interpretation of Observational Studies: Cohort, Case-Control and Cross-Sectional Designs.- Fundamental Issues in Evaluating the Impact of Interventions: Sources and Control of Bias.- Protocol Development and Preparation for a Clinical Trial.- Data Collection and Manage-ment in Clinical Research.- Constructing and Evaluating Self Report Measures.- Selecting and Evaluating Secondary Data: The Role of Syste-matic Reviews and Meta-Analysis.- Sampling Methodology: Implications for Drawing Conclu-sions from Clinical Research Findings.- Introduc-tory Statistics in Medical Research.- Ethical Issues in Clinical Research.- How to Prepare a Scientific Paper.

Fields of interestsOncology; Cardiology; Internal Medicine


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Due June 2012

2012. XVI, 360 p. 42 illus. Hardcover7 $209.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3359-0

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A. Surbone, New York University, NY, USA; M. Zwitter, M. Rajer, Institute of Oncology Ljubljana, Slovenia; R. Stiefel, The New York Academy of Sciences, NY, USA (Eds.)

New Challenges in Communication with Cancer PatientsContents 1.From Truth Telling to Truth In the Making: A Paradigm Shift in Communication with Cancer Patients.- 2.Denial in Patient-Physician Commu-nication Among Patients with Cancer. -3.Mana-ging Uncertainty.- 4.Ethical Issues in Disclosing Bad News to Cancer Patients: Reflections of an Oncologist in Saudi Arabia.- 5.Psychological Challenges for the Oncology Clinician Who Has to Break Bad News.- 6.Dealing with Depressi-on: Communicating with Cancer Patients and Grieving Relatives.- 7.Communication Issues in Integrative Oncology. -8.Communicating About Spiritual Issues with Cancer Patients.- 9.Under-standing Perspective Transformation Among Recently Diagnosed Cancer Patients in Western India.- 10.In the Pursuit of Meaning: Cancer and the Family.- 11.The Patient’s Personality as a Guide to Communication Strategy.- 12.Challenges to the Disclosure of Bad News to Cancer Patients in the Middle East: Saudi Arabia as an Example.- 13.Tal-king to a Child with Cancer: Learning from the Experience.- 14.Effective Communication with Older Cancer Patient.- 15.“I Never Died Befo-re…” End-of-Life Communication with Elderly Cancer Patients.- 16.Communication with Cancer Patients about Palliative and End-of-Life Care.- 17.Communication with Patients with Hereditary Cancer: Practical Considerations Focusing on Women’s Cancers.- 18.Physician’s Emotions in the Cancer Setting: A Basic Guide to Improving Well-Being and Doctor-Patient Communication. [...]

Fields of interestsOncology; Medical Education


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Due May 2012

2012. XIII, 540 p. 25 illus., 22 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $209.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3368-2

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N. J. Temple, Athabasca University, AB, Canada; T. Wilson, Winona State University, MN, USA; D. R. Jacobs, Jr., University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA (Eds.)

Nutritional HealthStrategies for Disease Prevention

Contents Methods in nutrition research.- Challenges in research in nutritional epidemiology.- Eating disorders.- The developmental origins of chronic disease in adult life.- The nutrition transition is speeding up: a global perspective.- Medical nutri-tion therapy for diabetes. Prioritizing recommen-dations based on evidence.- Diet and the preventi-on of type 2 diabetes.- Diet in the prevention and treatment of obesity.- Diet, the control of blood lipids, and the prevention of heart disease.- Fish, n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, and cardiovascu-lar disease.- Hypertension and nutrition.- Diet, physical activity, and cancer prevention.- Health benefits of phytochemicals in whole foods.- Food synergy: a paradigm shift in nutrition science.- What are the health implications of alcohol consumption?.- Health claims and dietary recom-mendations for nonalcoholic beverages.- Trends in dietary recommendations: nutrient intakes, dietary guidelines, food guides, food labels, and dietary supplements.- Population nutrition and health promotion.- Optimizing nutrition for exercise and sports.- The marketing of dietary sup-plements: profit before health.- Functional food in the marketplace: new products, availability, and implications for the consumer.- Food industry and political influences on American nutrition.- Nu-trition policy by governments for the prevention of disease: issues of cost-effectiveness.- Use of biotechnology to improve food production and nutritional value.- Core concepts in nutritional anthropology.- Postscript. [...]

Fields of interestsClinical Nutrition; Nutrition; Primary Care Medicine


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Due July 2012

3rd ed. 2012. Approx. 435 p. 23 illus., 3 in color. (Nutrition and Health) Hardcover7 approx. $209.00ISBN 978-1-61779-893-1

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J. W. Tsao, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD, USA (Ed.)

Traumatic Brain InjuryA Clinician‘s Guide to Diagnosis, Management, and Rehabilitation

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major cause of disability worldwide. Each year 1.7 million new TBIs occur in the United States, and it is also considered a signature injury of the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. Despite the relatively high incidence-within both civilian and military popu-lations-the diagnosis and treatment, particularly of mild TBI/concussion, remains an inexact science.

Features 7 Contains numerous useful treatment algo-rithms 7 Concise content summaries aid the busy clinician 7 Emphasizes treatment of the mild manifestation on TBI

Contents Overview of TBI.- Imaging Diagnosis of TBI.- Neurocognitive Assessment of mTBI.- Ma-nagement of Moderate and Severe TBI.- Sports Concussion.- Blast-Related Concussion.- Sleep/Wake Disturbances and Fatigue following mTBI.- Vestibular Consequences of mTBI.- Post-Traumatic Headache.- Seizures after TBI.- Endo-crine Disturbances following TBI.- Confronting Mild TBI and Co-occurring PTSD Symptoms in Combat Deployed Service Members.- Behavioral and Psychiatric Comorbidities of TBI.- Rehabilita-tion of TBI.- Interventions to Improve Cognitive Functioning after TBI.- Current Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges. - Appendix: Coding for TBI.

Fields of interestsNeurology; General Practice / Family Medicine; Psychiatry


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Due June 2012

2012. XII, 324 p. 63 illus., 19 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $209.00ISBN 978-0-387-87886-7

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A. Valeri, C. Bergamini, Ospedale Careggi, Firenze, Italy; R. Bellantone, C. P. Lombardi, Policlinico Gemelli, Roma, Italy (Eds.)

Surgery of the Adrenal GlandThis book offers a comprehensive description of the main surgical treatments for adrenal tumors, encompassing both open surgery and laparoscopy. Introductory chapters cover surgical anatomy, pathology, the clinical diagnostic pathway, the role of different imaging techniques, and periope-rative management. After discussion of general principles of adrenal surgery and instrumentation, individual surgical techniques are described in de-tail with the aid of step-by-step color photos and schematic drawings. For each procedure, careful attention is paid to indications and contraindica-tions and to the most frequent complications.

Features 7 Comprehensive description of the main surgical treatments for adrenal tumors, covering both open surgery and laparoscopy 7 Numerous original decision-making algorithms for diagnosis and treatment Step-by-step color photos and sche-matic drawings of surgical procedures 7 Step-by-step color photos and schematic drawings of surgical procedures

Contents Preface.- Historical background.- Surgical anato-my.- Pathology.- Diagnosis and clinical picture.- Imaging.- Peri-operative management.- General principles of adrenal surgery.- Instrumentation and “high-tecnology”.- Right flank trans-abdomi-nal laparoscopic adrenalectomy.- Left flank trans-abdominal laparoscopic adrenalectomy.- Posterior retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy.- Open surge-ry.- Other techniques of video-assisted and open adrenalectomies.- Outcome of adrenal surgery.

Fields of interestsEndocrinology; Abdominal Surgery; Surgical Oncology


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2012. Approx. 280 p. 130 illus., 120 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $189.00ISBN 978-88-470-2585-1

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R. R. Watson, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, USA; V. R. Preedy, King‘s College, London, UK; S. Zibadi, University of Arizona, Tuscon, AZ, USA (Eds.)

Chocolate in Health and NutritionContents Prehispanic Use of Cocoa.- History of the Medical Use of Chocolate.- Cocoa and Its By-Products: Identification and Utilization.- The Microbiology of Cocoa Fermentation.- Fungi and Mycotoxin Occurrence in Cocoa.- Non-nutritive Mineral Constituents in Chocolate and Cocoa.-Chocolate and Cocoa Aroma.- Composition of Cacao Be-ans.- Industrial and Home Processing of Cocoa Polyphenols.- Methods in Chocolate Analysis: Use of Atomic Spectrometric Techniques.- Chocolate By-product Consumption by Wild and Dome-stic Animals.- Chocolate Bars Based on Human Nutritional Requirements.- Comparing Sunflower Stearins with Cocoa Butter.- Low-Calorie Choco-lates and Acceptability/Sensory Properties.- Poly-phenols in Cocoa: From In Vitro Digestion to In Vivo Bioavailability.- The Effect of Chocolate on Human and Gut Microbial Metabolic Interac-tions: Emphasis on Human Health and Nutriti-onal Status.- The Absorption, Metabolism, and Pharmacokinetics of Chocolate Polyphenols.- Bio-logical Activity of Cacao Husk and Mass Lignin Carbohydrate Complexes.- Clinical Benefits of Cocoa: An Overview.- Endothelial Control of Vascular Tone by Chocolate and Other Polyphe-nols.- Chocolate Flavonoids in the Prevention of Arterial Disease.- Chocolate and Coronary Heart Disease.- Dark Chocolate and (Pre-)Hyperten-sion.- Polyphenol-rich Cocoa and Chocolate: Potential Role in the Prevention of Diabetes.- Polyphenol-Rich Dark Chocolate in Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus Risk Factors.- Chocolate and Cancer Prevention?. [...]

Fields of interestsClinical Nutrition; Nutrition; Cardiology


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Due June 2012

2012. XXVII, 688 p. 79 illus., 1 in color. (Nutrition and Health) Hardcover7 $239.00ISBN 978-1-61779-802-3

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H. Weiß, F. Prinz, SALK Univ.klinik für Phys. Med., Salzburg, Austria

Occupational Therapy in Epidermolysis bullosaA holistic concept for intervention from infancy to adult

Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is the collective term for a heterogenous group of genetic skin disorders characterised by the formation of blisters and ero-sions on skin and mucous membranes. This book deals with early childhood motor and perceptual development, a particular challenge for children with extremely fragile skin. Going into functional treatment, it addresses rehabilitation of hands and feet in EB patients with fusions or contractures. The authors are occupational therapists with long-term experience in the management of EB pati-ents. In an extraordinary holistic approach, they present a combination of paediatric and functional areas of treatment.

Features 7 Provides information on all aspects of occupa-tional therapy in patients with EB 7 Extensively illustrated in full color 7 Authors have years of experience in this specific field

Contents 1 Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) – the condition.- 2 Motor Development in early childhood.- 3 Treat-ment of the tactile, vestibular and proprioceptive perception.- 4 Development of hand functions.- 5 Graphomotor skills.- 6 Independence in every-day life and the provision of assistive devices.- 7 Client-directed therapy using the COSA.- 8 Rehabilitation of the hand.- 9 Rehabilitation of the foot.- 10 Conclusion.

Fields of interestsDermatology; Occupational Therapy; Physiothe-rapy


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2012. 270 p. 283 illus., 269 in color. Hardcover7 $39.95ISBN 978-3-7091-1138-3

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P. H. Wiernik, St. Luke‘s-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY, USA; J. M. Goldman, Imperial College of London, UK; J. P. Dutcher, St. Luke‘s-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY, USA; R. A. Kyle, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA (Eds.)

Neoplastic Diseases of the BloodContents A History of the Chronic Leukemias.- Etiology and Epidemiology of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia.- Pathology of the Chronic Myeloid Leukemias.- Molecular Biology and Cytogenetics of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia.- Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia.- Etiology and Epide-miology of CLL.- Histopathology, Morphology, and Immunophenotyping of CLL.- Molecular Biology and Cytogenetics of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia.- Treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia and Related Disorders.- Hairy Cell Leukemia.- The Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Polycythemia Vera.- Diagnosis and Treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia and Primary Myelofibrosis.- History of Acute Leukemia.- The Etiology of Acute Leukemia.- Epidemiology and Hereditary Aspects of Acute Leukemia.- Classification of the Acute Leukemias: Cytochemical and Morphologic Considerations.- Immunobiology of Acute Leukemia.- Cytogenetics of Acute Leukemia.- Diagnosis and Treatment of Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.- Di-agnosis and Treatment of Adult Acute Lympho-blastic Leukemia.- Diagnosis and Treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia.- Diagnosis and Treatment of Adult Acute Myeloid Leukemia Other Than Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia.- Acu-te Promyelocytic Leukemia.- Therapy-Related Acute Myelogenous Leukemia.- The Myelodys-plastic Syndromes.- History of Multiple Mye-loma.- Cytokines and Signal Transduction in Multiple Myeloma. [...]

Fields of interestsHematology; Oncology; Internal Medicine


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Due July 2012

5th ed. 2012. XII, 1508 p. 220 illus., 137 in color. Hardcover7 approx. $299.00ISBN 978-1-4614-3763-5

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