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Book SynopsisA pioneering study identifying common brain mechanisms in both birds and humans. Contributions from both the founding forefathers and younger researchers who represent the future of this field give this book an impressive breadth and coverage. Written for behavioural neuroscientists, neurobiologists, onithologists and graduates of animal behaviour and neurosciences disciplines.Trade Review'Neuroscience of Birdsong is the first and long-awaited book that provides a comprehensive view of this field, and is for that reason alone a must-have for anyone working on birdsong or neural mechanisms of learning … beautifully produced … [It] does a very good job at addressing the wealth of findings on how birds are able to learn and produce their often wonderfully complex songs … [It] provides a unique and comprehensive source of information on the state of the art in the field. It is a praiseworthy achievement that will be of great benefit to anyone studying birdsong or neural mechanisms of learning, advanced students and specialists alike.' Animal BehaviourTable of ContentsPart I. Foundations: Singing and the Brain: 1. Introduction H. P. Zeigler; 2. Birdsong and human speech Alison Doupe and Pat Kuhl; 3. Birdsong and singing behavior Heather Williams; 4. The Australian Magpie (Gymnorhina tibicen): an alternative model for the study of songbird neurobiology Gisela Kaplan; 5. Songbirds and the revised avian brain nomenclature Anton Reiner, David J. Perkel, Claudio V. Mello and Erich D. Jarvis; 6. The songbird brain in comparative perspective Michael Farries and David. J. Perkel; Part II. Song Production and its Neural Control: 7. Introduction H. P. Zeigler; 8. Mechanisms of song production in songbirds Roderick A. Suthers and Sue Ann Zollinger; 9. Peripheral sensorimotor mechanisms and the control of song Franz Goller and Brenton G. Cooper; 10. Integrating breathing and singing: forebrain and brainstem mechanisms Marc F. Schmidt and Robin Ashmore; 11. Birdsong: anatomical foundations and central mechanisms of sensorimotor integration J. Martin Wild; Part III. Hearing and Recognizing the Song: 12. Introduction Peter Marler; 13. Song selectivity and the songbird brain Frédéric E. Theunissen, Noopur Amin, Sarita Shaevitz, Sarah M. N. Woolley, Thane Fremouw and Mark E. Hauber; 14. Song-selective neurons: synaptic mechanisms and functional roles J. F. Prather and Richard Mooney; 15. Temporal auditory pattern recognition in songbirds Tim Gentner; Part IV. Learning the Song: Mechanisms of Acquisition and Maintenance: 16. Introduction Peter Marler; 17. Comparative aspects of song learning Henrike Hultsch and Dietmar Todt; 18. Developmental song learning in the zebra finch Sigal Saar, Partha P. Mithra, Sebastien Deregnaucourt and Ofer Tchernichovski; 19. Auditory feedback and singing in adult birds Sarah M. N. Woolley; 20. The anterior forebrain pathway and vocal plasticity Michael S. Brainard; 21. Circuits and cellular mechanisms of sensory acquisition Kathy and Ernest Nordeen; 22. Chasin' the trace: the neural substrate of birdsong memory Johan J. Bolhuis; 23. The template concept - crafting a song replica from memory Patrice Adret; Part V. Mechanisms of Modulation and Plasticity: 24. Introduction Peter Marler; 25. Hormonal modulation of singing behavior: methodology and principles of hormone action Cheryl F. Harding; 26. Sex differences in brain and behavior and neuroendocrine control of the motivation to sing Gregory F. Ball, Lauren V. Riters, Scott A. MacDougall-Shackleton and J. Balthazart; 27. Plasticity of the song control system in adult birds Eliot Brenowitz; 28. Regulation and function of neuronal replacement in the avian song system Carolyn Pytte, Linda Wilbrecht and John R. Kirn; Part VI. The Genomic Revolution and Birdsong Neurobiology: 29. Introduction H. P. Zeigler; 30. Studies of songbirds in the age of genetics: what to expect from genomic approaches in the next 20 years David F. Clayton and Arthur P. Arnold; 31. Behavior-dependent expression of inducible genes in vocal learning birds Claudio V. Mello and Erich D. Jarvis; 32. Genes for tuning up the vocal brain: FoxP2 in human speech and birdsong Sebastian Haesler and Constance Scharff; Part VII. On a Personal Note: 33. Introduction H. P. Zeigler; 34. William Homans Thorpe: a biographical memoir R. A. Hinde; 35. My journey with birdsong M. Konishi; 36. The discovery of replaceable neurons Fernando Nottebohm; 37. The birdsong saga Peter Marler; Part VIII. Collected References.

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Book SynopsisThis gold standard text has kept its readers abreast of rapid advancements in reproductive medicine and surgery since 1983. Continuing this tradition, this fifth edition has been fully updated and revised to provide clear, didactic advice on best practice for a variety of clinical situations faced by practitioners across many specialties - including urologists, gynecologists, reproductive endocrinologists, medical endocrinologists and many in internal medicine and family practice who see men with suboptimal fertility and reproductive problems. Completely restructured to include pedagogical features such as easily accessible key concepts that cement understanding and real-world use. Covering everything from foundations of anatomy and embryology, through clinical evaluation, diagnostic approaches, treatment and fertility care in context within the healthcare system and society, thrilling advances and future directions are also included. This new edition is an essential reference for all Trade Review‘This book continues to be the standard of texts in andrology, with expert, contemporary, scientific, and clinical presentations, and incorporation of the evolving cultural and societal considerations in starting a family.’ Irvin H. Hirsch, Doody's ReviewsTable of ContentsIntroduction Craig S. Niederberger, Dolores J. Lamb, Larry I. Lipshultz and Stuart S. Howards; Part I. Scientific Foundations of Male Infertility: 1. Anatomy and embryology of the male reproductive tract and gonadal development, the epididymis and accessory sex organs Jeffrey T. White, Marisol O'Neill and Meade Haller; 2. Cellular architecture and function of the testis C. Yan Cheng; 3. Maturation and function of sperm Barry T. Hinton; 4. The male reproductive endocrine system Ettore Caroppo; 5. Erection, emission, and ejaculation Ramy Abou Ghayda and Martin N. Kathrins; 6. Genomics, epigenetics and male reproduction Millissia Ben Maamar and Michael Skinner; Part II. Clinical Evaluation of the Infertile Male: 7. Infertility as a metric of men's health Jeremy T. Choy and Michael L. Eisenberg; 8. Ambulatory evaluation of the subfertile male Mark Sigman and Gabriella Avellino; 9. Evaluation of the infertile male's partner Sahar Werthemier, Jessica L. Chen and Margareta D. Pisarska; 10. Imaging the male reproductive system Roger K. Khouri and Tolulope Bakare; 11. The environment and male fertility Rebecca Z. Sokol; 12. Endocrine causes of male infertility: diagnosis and treatment Fiona Yuen, Ronald S. Swerdloff and Christina C. L. Wang; 13. Spermatogenesis: diagnosis of normal and abnormal states Mahmoud Mima and Richard A. Schoor; 14. Inheritance and male fertility Robert D. Oates and Cori Tanrikut; 15. The varicocele Sarah C. Krzastek, Ryan P. Smith and Stuart S. Howards; 16. Infection, inflammation, and immunological causes of male infertility Robert E. Brannigan; Part III. Laboratory Diagnosis of Male Infertility: 17. The Laboratory Evaluation of the Infertile Male J. Scott Gabrielsen; 18. Advanced diagnostic approaches to male infertility Dolores J. Lamb; 19. Evaluating defects in sperm function Christopher J. De Jonge; 20. Cryopreservation of sperm and testis tissue Cappy M. Rothman and Mitchel C. Schiewe; Part IV. Treatment of Male Infertility: 21. Medical treatment of male infertility Craig S. Niederberger, Rodrigo Lessi Pagani and Samuel J. Ohlander; 22. Surgery to improve sperm delivery Saneal Rajanahally, Larry I. Lipshultz and Alex W. Pastuszak; 23. Surgical sperm extraction Peter N. Schlegel; 24. The use of sperm in assisted reproductive technology Gail S. Prins; 25. Male oncofertility Darshan P. Patel, Alexander W. Pastuszak and James M. Hotaling; 26. Male contraception Darius Devlin and Martin M. Matzuk; 27. Future directions in male infertility Ranjith Ramasamy and Premal Patel; Part V. Healthcare Systems and Culture: 28. Mental health and male reproduction William D. Petok; 29. Legal issues and male reproduction Heather E. Ross; 30. Gender affirmation, transgender, and male reproduction Brooke A. Harnisch and Stanton C. Honig; 31. Global and cultural aspects of male reproductive care William J. Huang; Index.

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Book SynopsisOne of medicine's most remarkable therapeutic triumphs was the discovery of insulin in 1921. The drug produced astonishing results, rescuing children and adults from the deadly grip of diabetes. But as Chris Feudtner demonstrates, the subsequent transformation of the disease from a fatal condition into a chronic illness is a story of success tinged with irony, a revealing saga that illuminates the complex human consequences of medical intervention. Bittersweet chronicles this history of diabetes through the compelling perspectives of people who lived with this disease. Drawing on a remarkable body of letters exchanged between patients or their parents and Dr. Elliot P. Joslin and the staff of physicians at his famed Boston clinic, Feudtner examines the experience of living with diabetes across the twentieth century, highlighting changes in treatment and their profound effects on patients' lives. Although focused on juvenile-onset, or Type 1, diabetes, the themes explored in Bittersweet

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Book SynopsisThe book summarizes recent advances in the elucidation of the mechanisms involved in senile osteoporosis as well as its potential treatment, bringing an integrated approach from the bench to the clinical practice. A unique aspect of this book is its emphasis on the application of translational research in the field of osteoporosis and falls. The book provides a complete review on the prevention as well as current and future treatments of osteoporosis.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews: "The authors of this multiauthored book bring together new information on the molecular biology of bone physiology in this examination of osteoporosis in older persons. … The intended audience includes all health practitioners who treat older patients with osteoporosis. Research scientists in the area will find this book useful as well. … This book’s demonstration of the complex relationship of bone health to adipose tissue and several powerful hormones will stimulate new thinking in the area of osteoporosis." (David O. Staats, Doody’s Review Service, August, 2008) "This is a simply outstanding compilation that provides a clear and concise review of the effect age has on the skeleton at the molecular/genetic level, in animal models as well as humans. … It provides clinicians with an overview of cellular mechanisms leading to bone loss and researchers with insight into the clinical consequences of age-related skeletal change in older adults. That such a text has not previously been written and become a reference standard among clinicians, geriatricians, and researchers … ." (Neil Binkley, JAMA, Vol. 300 (11), September, 2008)Table of ContentsBiology of Bone.- Aging and Bone.- Calciotropic Hormones.- Sex Steroids and Aging Bone.- Animal Models for Senile Osteoporosis.- Senile Osteoporosis as a Geriatric Syndrome.- Genetics of Osteoporosis in Older Age.- Fracture Epidemiology Among Individuals 75+.- Falls as a Geriatric Syndrome: How to Prevent Them? How to Treat Them?.- Non-Pharmacological Treatments for Falls and Fractures.- Medical Treatment of Age-Related Osteoporosis: Present and Future.- Treatment of Osteoporosis in Long-Term Care.- Fracture Care in the Elderly.

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Book SynopsisOver 2,500 years ago, Hippocrates advocated the personalisation of "nourishment and exercise" as the "safest way to health". He knew that our behaviours influence our health, but he did not know why. This book explains the missing link: the crucial role played by our hormones and what we can do to optimise them. Hormones set in motion the physiological processes that keep us alive, bringing our DNA to life by directing gene expression. Hormones are the protagonists in the interaction between lifestyle and health. We can harness our hormones positively to optimise health through our choice of behaviours. Conversely, mistiming between our actions and internal hormone biological clocks can derail the intricate interactions of hormone networks. For example, in relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S). This book reveals the clandestine world of hormones, navigating the path to achieving full personal potential, through the different stages of life. This is relevant for both men and women, whatever your objectives, whether you are a high-level athlete; looking to improve health and fitness; seeking to understand hormone disruption; or meeting the challenges of physiological changes in hormones during life such as perimenopause and menopause. Practical tips and "hormone stories" provide actionable advice and real-life examples of how to tune in to your hormones and maintain hormone health. As the human lifespan extends, it becomes ever more desirable to remain healthy into old age. Understanding how and why your choice of lifestyle affects your hormones empowers you to take informed decisions to improve your personal health. A life-long, healthy mix of exercise, nutrition and sleep is open to anyone, at minimal cost.Trade ReviewThis book is an absolute must read for anyone with an interest in the fascinating links between our hormones and overall health. It is grounded in easy to understand science and offers practical and empowering advice that everyone can apply. Nicky is a fountain of knowledge and I love the fact that she has poured all of that into this incredible book; Chrissie Wellington, Four times World Ironman ChampionTable of ContentsPrelude Act 1 Scene: What is Health? Hormones for Health Harnessing Hormones It's All in the Timing Of Mice and Men Of Mice and Men....and Women! Hormone Supermodels Bare Bones Mind the Gut A Balancing Act In the Red Act 2 Scene: Infancy Childhood Teenager Young Man (and Young Woman!) Middle Age Old Age Dotage Coda

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Book SynopsisPediatric Endocrine Self-Assessment Program 2023-2024 (Pediatric ESAP™), Reference Edition is a self-study curriculum specificallydesigned for endocrinologists seeking initial certification or recertification in pediatric endocrinology, program directors interested in a training instrument, and clinicians and health professionals seeking a self-assessment and a broad review of pediatric endocrinology. Pediatric ESAP consists of approximately 100 multiple-choice questions in all areas of pediatric endocrinology, diabetes, growth, and metabolism.Customers are advised that this book is a reference edition and the questions in it are designed for self-study and reference. The content is the same as the non-reference edition, but CME and MOC credits are not available upon completion of the material. Anyone with questions about CME and/or MOC credits should consult www.endocrine.org/store for further information.

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Book SynopsisIn ambulanten und stationären Pflegeieinrichtungen ist mehr als jeder 4. Bewohner Diabetiker. Viele von ihnen sind insulinbehandelt. Die Tendenz ist steigend. Das Pflegepersonal übernimmt hier einen wichtigen Part in der Betreuung und Therapiebegleitung geriatrischer Patienten mit Diabetes. Die Schulung der Pflegekräfte während der Ausbildung ist unzureichend und viele Aspekte der modernen Diabetologie sind den Pflegenden nicht bekannt.Dieses Handbuch für die Praxis und die Fortbildung enthält alle wichtigen Zusatzinformationen, die Pflegende benötigen: Symptome und Krankheitsbild Diabetes mellitus Typ 2 bei geriatrischen Patienten, Begleit- und Folgeerkrankungen wie z.B. Diabetes bei Demenz, Therapiemöglichkeiten, Pflegemaßnahmen, Patientenempowerment, Qualitätsmanagement und Schulung der Mitarbeiter. Ein Handbuch für die Pflegepraxis, Fortbildung und alle Mitarbeiter, die ältere Menschen mit Diabetes mellitus betreuen und unterstützen. Trade Review“... Diabetes-Pflegekräfte und alle Pflegenden, die sich mit dem komplexen Thema vertraut machen möchten, finden hier fundiertes, aktuelles Hinhtergrundwissen und Anregungen für den praktischen Pflegealltag. Das Lehrbuch eignet sich als Begleitmaterial zu allen Fort- und Weiterbildungen mit dem Thema Diabetes in der Pflege, zum Nachschlagen und zum Auffrischen bereits vorhandener Kenntnisse.” (in: Häusliche Pflege, Heft 7, Juli 2016) “... Jedes Kapitel schließt mit einer LIteraturangabe. Dass es sich um ein Praxisbuch handelt, wird durch viele Patientenbeispiele mit ausführlichen Erklärungen und Lösungsmöglichkeiten deutlich. ... Ein Buch für alle an der Pflege von Diabetikern Beteiligten und diejenigen, die zum Thema viel wissen wollen.” (Sissi Kuhn-Prinz, in: Insuliner, Jg. 33, 15. Juni 2015)Table of ContentsDiabetes mellitus im hohen Alter: Definition, Symptome, Assessment.- Begleit- und Folgeerscheinungen: Hypertonie, Herzinsuffizienz, Diabetisches Fußsyndrom, Diabetisches Handsyndrom, Diabetisches Retinopathie, Diabetische Nephropathie, Hautkrankheiten.- Therapie: Bewegung, Ernährung, OAD, Insulintherapie, Inkretine, Herausforderungen bei der Therapie.- Pflege des älteren Patienten.- Förderung des pflegebedürftigen Diabetes-Patienten, Pflegeassessment, Pflegeberatung, Anleitung zum DSM.- Diabetes-Behandlungspflege: Injektionen, Stoffwechselkontrolle, Wundmanagement, Akutkomplikationen.- Besondere Pflegeaspekte: Mundhygiene, Fußpflege, Kleidung, Schuhe, Mobilisierung, Ernährung.- Spezielle Situationen: Kognitive Störungen, Depressionen, Infektionen, Schluckstörungen, Intensivmedizinische Eingriffe, Palliative Pflege, Patienten mit Migrationshintergrund.- Diabetes-Pflege-Qualitätsmanagement.- Schulung von Personal in der Diabetes-Pflege.- Aufbau Diabetes-Versorgungsnetzwerkes.- Anhang.

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Book SynopsisDas Buch hebt auch in der 2. komplett überarbeiteten und aktualisierten Auflage den interdisziplinären Charakter der Behandlung des diabetischen Fußsyndroms hervor. Nur in einem ausgewogenen Zusammenspiel von operativ und nicht-operativ tätigen Ärzten sowie den entsprechenden medizinischen Assistenzberufen ist eine umfassende und die Extremität erhaltende Therapie möglich. Die Umsetzung des Gelesenen in die Praxis erleichtern die therapeutischen Algorithmen und die vielen Handlungsempfehlungen, die die Autoren geben. Zahlreiche Abbildungen/Bildserien veranschaulichen darüber hinaus die Inhalte.Trade Review“... Das Buch liefert allen ärztlichen Fachgruppen, die mit der Versorgung von Patienten mit Diabetischem Fußsyndrom beschäftigt sind, in kompakter Form die notwendigen Informationen, die sie benötigen, um diese Patienten rechtzeitig und richtig behandeln zu können ...” (Dr. Martin Lederle, in: Diabetes, Stoffwechel und Herz, Heft 3, Juni 2016)“... So verschafft dieses empfehlenswerte Buch wichtige Einblicke in die interdisziplinäre Arbeit fund um den diabetischen Fuß und kann durchaus aufgrund seines umfassenden Stichwortverzeichnisses als Nachschlagewerk genutzt werden.” (in: Podologie, Heft 3, 2016)“... Außerdem schildern die Autoren ihre Erfahrung mit der Umsetzung interdisziplinärer Behandlungskonzepte. Zahlreiche Abbildungen und veranschaulichen die Inhalte, online sind zudem Videos verfügbar. Eine intergrierte Darstellung der Probleme rund um das diabetische Fußsyndrom, die dabei helfen kann, die notwendigen administrativen und organisatorischen Strukturen für ein kollegiales und interdisziplinäres Vorgehen zu gestalten.“ (in: Chirurgen Magazin, Heft 5, 2015)Table of ContentsI Pathogenese, Epidemiologie und Klassifikation des diabetischen Fußsyndroms.- II Funktionelle Anatomie des Fußes.- III Diagnostik.- IV Therapie.- V Diagnostik und Therapie bei diabetisch-neuropathischer Osteoarthropathie.- VI Nachbehandlung und Prävention.- VII Erfahrungen in der Umsetzung eines interdisziplinären Behandlungskonzeptes.- VIII Versorgungsstrukturen in der Zukunft.

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Book SynopsisEin kurzgefasster Leitfaden zu den modernen Therapiestrategien bei Diabetes im Kindes- und Jugendalter. Übersichtlich und auf dem neuesten Stand - für alle medizinischen und nicht-medizinischen Profis, die wenig Zeit haben, die wissenschaftlichen Grundlagen bereits kennen und schnelle Orientierung benötigen.Trade Review“... Praktische, lebensnahe Hinweise ergänzen die wissenschaftlichen Erklärungen. ... finden die Leser im Kompendium, ebenso wie Hinweise auf besondere Angebote wie Ferienkurse speziell für Kinder und Jugendliche mit Diabetes. Viele weitere Themen, die relevant sind für die Behandlung von Diabetikern, enthält das Buch. ... ein umfassendes Nachschlagewerk für den schnellen Überblick.” (Dr. Katrin Kraatz, in: Diebetes, Softwechsel und Herz, Heft 2, 2016)Table of Contents1 Definition, Klassifikation und Epidemiologie des Diabetes bei Kindern und Jugendlichen. -2 Pathophysiologie und Prävention des Typ-1-Diabetes.- 3 Ernährungsbehandlung.- 4 Insulin und andere Medikamente.- 5 Stoffwechselkontrollen.- 6 Praxis der Insulintherapie.- 7 Insulinpumpentherapie, künstliches Pankreas, Zell- und Gentherapie.- 8 Didaktische Hilfen für die Umsetzung der Insulintherapie im Alltag.- 9 Grundlagen und Durchführung der Diabetesschulung.- 10 Hypoglykämie.- 11 Diabetische Ketoazidose (DKA) und hyperglykämisches hyperosmolares Syndrom.- 12 Folgeerkrankungen und Prognose des Typ-1-Diabetes.- 13 Assoziierte Erkrankungen bei Typ-1-Diabetes.- 14 Psychosoziale Situation und psychologische Betreuung von Kindern, Jugendlichen und ihren Eltern.- 15 Soziale Hilfen und rechtliche Regelungen.- 16 Andere Diabetesformen bei Kindern und Jugendlichen.- 17 Strukturen, Finanzierung und Ergebnisse der pädiatrischen Diabetologie.- Index

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