Books by Leon V Berhardt

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include knowledge management within emergency medical services; treatment and prevention of parastomal hernia; acupuncture in dentistry; histopathology of experimental autoimmune myocarditis; herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia; endovascular therapy in chronic type B aortic dissections; varicella zoster virus skin lesions; the role of chlamydia trachomatis in prostate cancer and the use of ceramic bearings in total hip arthroplasty.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on the future direction and evolution of zinc based biomaterials in dental and skeletal applications; the effects of drugs on verbal fluency in aphasia; a study of psoriasis as a multi-system inflammatory disease; new therapeutic anti-glaucoma medicines; treating OCD using computer-based treatments; a review of breastfeeding versus formula-feeding in adult obesity; monitoring of adverse drug reactions; the relationship of emerging adulthood and substance abuse; promoting nursing accountability in today''s evidence-based healthcare system and developments in influenza vaccines.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation discusses research on the classification of eczema; an evolutionary analysis of insect carbonic anhydrases; thalidomide in the treatment of liver disease and cirrhosis; the pathology of primary biliary cirrhosis; the therapeutic potential of various stem cells in the treatment of liver cirrhosis; protein synthesis in human leg muscles; and leg muscle responses to stimulation by TASER conducted energy muscles.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation includes research on cerebral circulation; functional neuroimaging in autism spectrum disorders; current trends in the clinical utility of bone mineral density to assess fracture risk in postmenopausal osteoporosis; epigenetic factors in hereditary breast cancer.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation focuses on Hepatitis C, the Glucose Metabolism and Child Development issues.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation focuses on: Sleep Deprivation, Acupuncture, Nausea, HIV Prevention, Free Radicals and Vitamin K.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation focuses on birth defects; tissue regeneration and repair; infant mortality; medical information systems design and computerisation; and laparoscopic surgery procedures, advances and risks.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation focuses on: DNA repair; ATP signalling; Diabetes in women; Autism; Insulin resistance; and Diabetic biomarkers.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. This compilation focuses on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Pompe disease; insulin resistance and its relation to intra-uterine growth retardation; evidence-based medicine research; the therapeutic values of Vitamin E supplements; megalin-mediated endocytosis in renal proximal tubule cells; and biofilm development kinetics.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include sexual dimorphism in corticosteroid signalling; hepatic encephalopathy; guidelines for the collection and submission of necropsy samples; functions of dietary valine; challenges in vaccination against mastitis and hepatocyte cytotoxic activity and it physiological and pathological relevance.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include growth hormone treatment in children; surgical interventions and acupuncture for low back pain; glycopeptide antibiotic sorption properties; opiod actions on the bulbar respiratory network; mesenchymal stem cells in therapeutic angiogenesis and vasculogenesis; aging physiology; the psychiatric aspects of constipation; and the genetics of COPD.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include abscisic acid-inducible genes during salinity and drought stress; medical device related infections; the effect of opiates on pregnancy and breastfeeding; using primate models to study vaginal HIV infection; the biosynthesis of ABA in fruits; patellar tendonitis in dancers; and metabolism and health.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include the effect of aroma massage on constipation in advanced cancer patients; the histamine role in cell migration and matrix remodelling; neuronal histamine circuits as modulators of cognitive processes in the brain; cationic cell penetrating peptides mediating hemodynamic changes through mast cell activation; lipid emulsions for intoxications with membrane stabilising agents; the pathomechanics and management of perilunate dislocations; and robotic arm-assisted orthopaedic knee arthroplasty.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include adenoviruses; molecular mechanisms in allergic rhinitis; potential genetic factors in emphysema; magnesium homeostasis; disorders of fibrinogen and the cause and treatment of eclampsia.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include the pathogenesis of paralysis in ALS patients; targeting testosterone pathways in prostate cancer treatment; the role of adrenocorticotropin beyond the glucocorticoid horizon; the aetiology of facial paralysis; therapeutic measures for the prevention of postmenopausal symptoms; characterization of streptococcus pneumoniae by proteomic approaches; fetal magnetic resonance (MRI) images of normal developing brains; development of interstitial cells of cajal in the human digestive tract; and bacterial prophylaxis as an alternative to combat infections.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include the adverse effects on reproduction of corticotropin; the actions of morphine and its related substances on primary-afferent neurons; magnetic resonance spectroscopy of bile in the diagnosis of chronic cholestatic diseases; cold-active enzymes and their potential use in biotechnology; midwifery practice and the classification and differential diagnosis of sclerosing cholangitis.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include new research in serum angiotensin applied to equine medicine; pertussis symptoms and treatment; heliobacter pylori virulence factors in gastritis; robotic surgery in gynaecology; sleep quality and health; management of complex osteomyelitis in children; thyroid hormone regulation and role in metabolism; and peripheral artery disease and arteriovenous fistula dysfunction as a cause of morbidity in hemodialysis patients.

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Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on topics such as parasitoid venom and its effects on hosts; therapeutic effects of creatine supplementation; gastritis in heliobacter pylori infection; B1 adrenoreceptor signalling in arteriosclerosis; Coenzyme Q10 super nutrient; the eradication of leprosy; peptide contamination of cell membranes in the etiology of chronic non-infectious disease; eliminating the poliovirus; the effect of glycolic acid chemical peeling on facial skin; and ultrasound-guided robotic system for intervention treatment in liver tumours.

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Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on topics such as sensory TRP channel interaction with lipids and their implications in pain modulation; immunological barriers to xenotransplantation of pig chondrocytes; the role of lipid metabolism regulator genes in chronic pancreatitis; immunodeficient mouse strains in biomedical research; acute pancreatitis in diabetes mellitus; patient-derived xenografts; oral disease and hydrogen sulfide production by oral bacteria; managing pancreatic exocrine dysfunction; and effective therapeutic interventions for the anxious, agitated or aggressive patient.

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Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on topics such as global eradication of malaria; heterotopic calcification pathogenesis; medico-legal diagnosis in sudden death from anaphylaxis; intestinal mucosal hypoplasia risk factors; IkB Kinase and heat shock protein 90 complex in inflammatory response to bacterial infection; prescribing errors in primary care community pharmacies; the ExPress Implant in primary and secondary glaucoma; and hearing functionality assessment of cochlear hypoplasia.

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Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on topics such as the provision of safe blood transfusion services in a low income setting in West Africa; anticoagulant and cytoprotective protein C pathways; bioanalytical applications of oligonucleotides; emerging targets for local pain therapy; platelet and transfusion platelet components; function of protein kinase C in intracellular trafficking; use of aptamer arrays to identify drug targets and assist drug development; C-reactive protein as an indicator for ischemic stroke risk; and bronchitis pathophysiology.

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Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on topics such as the molecular biological aspects of lung development; adenosine receptors in psychiatric and neurological disorders; invasive monitoring in anaesthesia; fluorescent oligonucleotides; surface plasmon resonance (SPR) in the biology laboratory; paleopathology of post-traumatic bone infections; first cases of syphilis in Naples; the implication of novel proteolytic modification in adhesion-GPCR signaling; managed care methods and impact analysis; and understanding GPCR-ligand pair dynamics.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed in this compilation include the management of facial hemangiomas by pediatric surgical laser therapy; pain sensor molecules of the primary afferent nerves and their nociceptive modalities; natural polymeric materials in pharmaceutical formulations; microelectrode arrays in mast cell electrophysiology; fructose synthesis and health implications; medical tourism in the context of the globalisation of health services; objective measurement and monitoring of pain; homeopathy services in the National Health Service and other developed countries; axis orientation on visual performance in astigmatic eyes; and pulmonary hypertension and dialysis.

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Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on topics such as the cardiac signalling of insulin and oestrogen hormones and protein kinase B; collaboration and conflict within maternity care; mass spectrometry studies in carnitine homeostasis; role of protein kinase B in nociception and chronic pain conditions; maternal pre-pregnancy body mass index; hydrogenases and nitrogenases as key enzymes in the production of H2 in the biological process; L-acetylcarnitine and Rett Syndrome; somatostatins and their receptors; diode laser in Stapes surgery; and CWH ubiquitin ligases and how they regulate key cellular events.

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Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on topics such as congenital diaphragmatic hernia; strategies to obtain lectins from distinct sources; the role of N-Acetylcysteine on the prophilaxys of contrast induced nephropathy; pharmacokinetically-guided chemotherapy with fluorouracil; arabinose as a very rare substance to bind mushroom lectins; liver regeneration of oral supplementation with carbohydrates together with branched-chain amino acids; the feedforward and feedback loop between ChREPB and its target genes in the regulation of glucose and lipid metabolism; psychosocial issues in lung transplantation in children; application of nitrous oxide and current inhalational anesthetics; fibroblast growth factor-23, phosphate metabolism and risk for cardiovascular disease; and CPAP treatment with heating humidifiation in OSAS patients.

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Book Synopsis"Advances in Medicine & Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on topics such as the treatment of osteoporosis with a combination of functional food factors; anti-diabetes drug discovery; Barrett''s Esophagus in the Chinese population; the emerging role of fluoroquinolones in the treatment of tuberculosis; cardiac impairment in therapy with fluoroquinolones; the use of platelet rich plasma in sports injuries; heritability of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease; esophageal stent placement for benign esophageal strictures, leaks, fistulas and perforations; characterisation of gastroesophageal reflux; proximal extension of the flexor retinaculum; what clinical teaching associates learn from gynecological examination; and treating mine-blast injuries in Sri Lanka.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include antimicrobial lipids as food sanitisers; melatonin as a therapeutic resource for uveitis treatment; traumatic diaphragmatic rupture; qualification and quantification of pre-implantation embryo health; infection control in endodontics; application of egg yolk immunoglobin (IgY) to gastrointestinal diseases; cachexia, obesity and lipoprotein lipase; side effects related to prednisone in randomised clinical trials; endurance exercise without diet modification; exercise and calorie intake research; the pathophysiology and management of cardiorenal syndrome; and assessing the effects of vaccination, case findings, and educational campaigns on controlling the cholera epidemic.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include the properties, biosynthesis and health implications of sucrose; colonisation of oral and dental tissues by uncommon bacteria; use of chlorhexidine as an adjunct therapy in oral candidal infection; biofilms and otitis media; risk factors for systemic conditions in periodontal disease; fentanyl use from analgesia to hyperalgesia; post laryngectomy voice rehabilitation and gastroesophageal reflux; acute otitis media in developing countries; long-term follow-up care of patients treated for laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR); non-acid gastroesophageal reflux and respiratory disorders in children; and prevalence of diabetic retinopathy in the area of donostialdea diagnosed by telemedicine.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed include cosmeceuticals; prostaglandins and neural function; expression and involvement of cytokines, chemokines and adhesion molecules in rheumatoid vasculitis; understanding soybean rust interaction with soybean using biotechnology; diversity and evolution of fungal phytopathogens associated with snow; development of antidiabetic herbal formulations; the action mechanism, biological effect and clinical significance in improving peripheral arterial blood flow of prostaglandin E1; molecular basis of hemibiotrophy in the lentil anthracnose pathogen colletotrichum truncatum; detection of gaze atypical patterns in Austism Spectrum Disorders; and game-based learning and serious game utilization for people with ADHD.

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Book SynopsisThis continuing series gathers and presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial topical data across a broad spectrum. Topics discussed in this compilation include a review on the optimisation of the formulations of metronidazole through a different administration route; the use of metronidazole in cancer gene therapy and targeted cell ablation; protective roles of glutathione peroxidases in diabetes; stem cell disorders and bone marrow transplantation; catalase gene mutant mice; what animal models of inflammatory arthritis teach us about bone damage; methylprednisolone use in autoimmune diseases; the clinical use of methylprednisolone in oncology; how pretreatment with methylprednisolone reduces adverse clinical effects of inflammatory response induced by heart surgery and cardiopulmonary bypass; and the potential side effects of methylprednisolone.

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