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Различные книги в жанре МедицинаAdvanced Pediatric Craniocervical Surgery
This text presents state-of-the-art techniques for surgery of the craniovertebral junction and cervical spine. It provides concise explanations of the underlying principles of each technique and insights into the unique issues in pediatric surgery. With this complete resource, you will gain the solid foundation in surgical concepts necessary to make critical clinical decisions as well as the technical knowledge and confidence to carry them out. Highlights include:<li> Detailed explanations illuminating the links between embryology and normal and abnormal development of the craniovertebral junction and cervical spine </li><li> In-depth discussion of the issues and techniques involved in both atlantoaxial and occipitocervical surgery in children </li><li> An entire chapter devoted to managing craniocervical conditions of patients with Down Syndrome </li><li> An examination of traumatic injuries of the craniocervical junction in children </li><li> More than 100 step-by-step illustrations demonstrating key surgical techniques </li>This readily accessible text will be a valuable asset in the library of physicians managing and treating craniocervical conditions, from the most experienced pediatric neurosurgeon to residents in the early stages of their careers.
Foot and Ankle Disorders
In this quick, easy-to-access reference, a top team of orthopedic surgeons share their tricks and techniques for performing a wide range of foot and ankle surgeries. This concise book discusses 35 different procedures for the foot and ankle, covering everything from hind foot alignment and hallux varus to metatarsal phalangeal fusion and adult flatfoot syndrome. For each operation, you'll find notes, clear and simplified drawings, tips, and pitfalls, all designed to make even the most challenging surgery seem easy. Special benefits:– Simplifies all concepts with succinct, to-the-point text- Annotated drawings allow you to grasp the procedure at a glance- Pitfalls describe typical problems and strategies for avoiding them- Guidelines help explain procedures to patients and obtain informed consentHere is the valuable text all orthopedists, podiatrists, and residents who perform foot and ankle procedures need to expand their surgical armamentarium.
Thieme Clinical Companions Dermatology
Dermatology, the first book in the new Thieme Clinical Companions series, presents the essential information on how to diagnose and treat the full range of dermatologic diseases.Compiled by expert physicians, this pocket guide describes the diagnostic approach and therapeutic options for a wide range of skin diseases. More than 300 full-color illustrations, diagrams, checklists, charts, and clinical tips illuminate all concepts and techniques described in the text. Basic aspects of skin biology and disease pathophysiology are also covered.To aid quick reference and review, the book is organized into the following color-coded sections:<li>Introduction and Diagnosis: A concise overview of the biology and anatomy of the skin, followed by a step-by-step guide to the dermatologic evaluation.</li><li>Dermatologic Diseases: Extensive coverage of skin and hair disorders, with illustrations and essential information for each, including pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnostic approach, differential diagnosis, therapy, and more.</li><li>Therapy: Review of the current information on establishing a treatment plan, including topical, systemic, and radiation therapy, as well as operative dermatology, wound healing, and emergency treatment.</li><li>Useful Appendices: Common systemic medications and commonly used compounding recipes</li><li>Dermatologic Differential Diagnosis: Comprehensive charts (with numerous cross-references) designed to help the reader recognize and fully understand the patient's signs and symptoms.</li>All dermatologists, residents, and trainees will benefit from keeping this compact portable guide on hand in the clinical setting.
Fundamentals of Neurology
Fundamentals in Neurology presents a thorough introduction to the underlying principles of neurology. It contains detailed discussion of the diagnosis and differential diagnosis of neurologic syndromes and diseases of the brain and meninges, cranial nerves, spinal cord, spinal nerve roots, peripheral nerves, including multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, as well as other myopathies and myelinopathies. Placing special emphasis on the importance of the clinical neurological examination, this text provides the clinician with the knowledge essential for the professional setting. More than 300 illustrations provide concrete, visual aids to complex subject matter. With an easy-to-access thumb index, tables, and shaded text boxes, this text speeds the medical student, post-graduate trainee, neurologist, or specialist through learning and review of key topics in neurology.
Pocket Atlas of Endodontics
Endodontology has seen enormous advances in recent years. New high-tech tools, such as operative microscopes in combination with ultrasound and nickel-titanium files, make possible a high-level of quality in treatment with excellent long-term treatment results. Regular updating of knowledge is indispensable for every practitioner. This book provides a fast and up-to-date orientation of the entire area of endodontology. Didactic concept: The classic Thieme Flexi format, with concise text on the left and excellent illustrations on the right hand page of more than 150 double page spreads. Oriented toward problem-solving:– What is to be done with ongoing pain?– How should one react in an emergency situation? What special considerations are there in children?– What should one do in the case of obliterated canals, perforations, and incomplete growth of roots?– When results are poor, how does one plan revision procedures?– Efficient treatment planning, newest methods
Orthopaedic Surgery Review
This book is a valuable tool for studying and reviewing key concepts in orthopedic surgery. Written in a question-and-answer format, this review tests readers' knowledge of surgical anatomy, biomechanics, and the principles of diagnosis and treatment of common and rare pathologies. Each chapter covers a different anatomic region, enabling quick reference to topics of interest. The book also features additional chapters on basic science as well as important clinical concepts related to oncologic management, pediatric surgery, and rehabilitation.<b>Features:</b><li>5,276 questions and answers that provide comprehensive coverage of essential concepts</li><li>Two-column format with questions on the left and answers on the right for rapid review</li><li>Emphasis on specific details that are frequently tested in a closing chapter, Last-Minute Rapid Review of Selected Topics</li>Designed for residents, orthopedic surgeons, and medical students, this book is ideal as a supplemental study aid in preparation for board examinations and as a refresher prior to performing surgeries.
MasterCases in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
The interest in shoulder and elbow surgery, especially due to new arthroscopic procedures, has exploded in the last decade. This lavishly illustrated new book gives you the latest surgical techniques and a state-of-the-art update on the management of shoulder and elbow conditions. Written by two renowned experts in the field, the book provides valuable information in a case-based approach designed for easy reading and practical application.Thieme's acclaimed MasterCases series selects key clinical cases to provide diagnostic and therapeutic information for optimal patient care. In this new book, you'll get detailed instructions on 56 different shoulder and elbow surgical procedures, with more than 400 high-quality photographs and radiographs to help walk the surgeon through the techniques. While some attention is given to rare problems or situations, the focus of the book is the shoulder and elbow problems orthopedic surgeons encounter in their daily practice. You'll find clear and concise information on rotator cuff disorders, fractures, arthritic problems, neuropathies, and much more!Key features: Outstanding illustrations, intra-operative photographs, and supporting radiographs that clearly demonstrate the various techniques Special focus on the arthroscopic management of shoulder and elbow conditions Nearly 60 cases addressing the clinical situations you face every day Entire text written by two leading practitioners for a consistent and integrated approach to this rapidly changing field Pearls and Pitfalls-emphasizing facts you need to knowHere is the practical, user-friendly, and up-to-date guide that specialists need. It is invaluable for orthopedists, shoulder and elbow surgeons, and residents who need to expand their knowledge and skills in the surgical treatment and management of a wide range of shoulder and elbow conditions.
Surgery of the Pediatric Spine
Ideal for neurosurgeons, pediatric neurosurgeons, and orthopedic surgeons, <i>Surgery of the Pediatric Spine</i> is a comprehensive multidisciplinary reference for the surgical management of the most frequently encountered spine problems in the pediatric patient. An overview of developmental and clinical aspects provides essential information on biomechanics, neuroimaging, preoperative evaluation, anesthesia, and neurophysiological monitoring. The book goes on to present the surgical anatomy and various approaches to the spine and spinal cord. Chapters are grouped into easy-to-reference sections that are organized by type of problem, including congenital anomalies and developmental disorders; neoplasms; vascular malformations; inflammatory and infectious diseases; neuromuscular disease; trauma; and deformities. The book also presents special techniques for the treatment of spinal deformity, such as osteotomy, vertebrectomy, VEPTR expansion thoracoplasty, and fusionless techniques. A chapter devoted to the rehabilitation of children with spinal cord injury covers the principles and key concepts in treatment, as well as the possible secondary complications and challenges that are unique to pediatric patients. <b>Highlights:</b><li>Clinical insights from well-known experts in the fields of neurosurgery, pediatric neurosurgery, and orthopedics</li><li>Detailed information for each stage of management guides the reader through clinical presentation, diagnostic studies, indications, operative techniques, nonsurgical treatments, possible complications, and outcomes</li><li>More than 1,000 illustrations and images demonstrate key concepts</li><li>Numerous cases in selected chapters illustrate management principles and treatment outcomes</li>An invaluable resource for multidisciplinary approaches to patient care, this comprehensive text provides readers with a solid foundation in the specific issues associated with treating the pediatric patient with spine disease and disorders.
Solutions for Complex Upper Extremity Trauma
Written by leading trauma surgeons, <i>Solutions for Complex Upper Extremity Trauma</i> is a state-of-the-art reference for current best practices for managing acute and chronic trauma and reconstructive problems post-trauma in the upper extremity. Chapters are arranged according to the anatomic location of the problem, progressing from the shoulder girdle down to the forearm. Each chapter presents authoritative coverage of anatomy, etiology, nonoperative treatments, surgical techniques, rehabilitation, and outcomes. Ideal as both a textbook and a review prior to surgery, this book provides all the essential information for successful patient care. <b>Highlights:</b><li>Clinical insights from internationally recognized authorities in the field</li><li>Comprehensive coverage of both acute and chronic situations</li><li>Recommendations for handling special situations, including history of prior surgeries and bone loss, and other comorbidities, such as osteopenia and rheumatoid arthritis</li><li>Guidelines for managing complications, such as infection, instability, stiffness, and neurologic symptoms</li><li>More than 250 high-quality photographs and drawings that demonstrate technical concepts and key points</li>This unique book, complete with expert insights and focused, in-depth coverage of trauma to the upper extremity, is ideal for orthopedic and trauma surgeons at all levels of experience, residents, and fellows.
Key Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery
In comparison to large, overly detailed specialty texts, this practical new book is designed to give you the basic clinical steps of the most frequently performed orthopedic procedures – all in a clear, reproducible, easy-to-follow format. For quick review before an operation, a handy refresher, teaching tool, or learning aid, it is ideal!Accompanied by hundreds of precise, hand-drawn diagrams, Key Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery presents 50 surgical procedures, each laid out in a step-by-step format. This structure is designed to allow the reader to quickly read about an operative procedure and review the salient points, with special emphasis on the technique. Every chapter includes indications, contraindications, pre-operative preparation, special instruments, positions, anesthesia, pearls, avoidance and post-operative care issues.Special benefits of Key Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery:– Designed to give the pertinent information on key surgical procedures in a cookbook outline approach.– Covers the 50 most common surgical procedures performed in today's clinical practice– Vital steps are demonstrated by hundreds of precise, hand-drawn illustrations– Clear, organized, and easy-to-read format – Ideal as a handy reference, refresher, or learning tool for the resident or the specialistBenefit from the experience of active clinicians who perform these procedures on a daily basis. Whether you are a practitioner or a resident, you will find a wealth of helpful information that allows you to visualize the necessary surgical exposures and achieve excellent results. Reserve your copy today!2000/364 pp. (T)/250 illus. (T)/hardcover/ISBN 0-86577-922-8/$99.00