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Book SynopsisThis volume explores the latest technological advances and covers all facets of systems medicine with respect to precision medicine. The chapters in this book are organized into four parts. Part One highlights the recent achievements in proteomics for biomarkers identification, integration of omics and phenotypic data for precision medicine, and medicine-guided treatment of drug-induced Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Part Two covers systems-based computational approaches for pharmaceutical research and drug development, the principle of optimizing systemic exposure of drugs, and Animal Rule for drug repurposing. Part Three looks at computational tools and methodologies of network biology, quantitative systems toxicology, and modeling and stimulating patient response variabilities. Part Four talks about how systems medicine can address unmet medical and health needs, and identify educational needs. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include Table of ContentsAcknowledgements…Preface…Table of Contents…Contributing Authors…Part I Scientific and Medical Advances1. Mass Spectrometry-Based Proteomics for Biomarker DiscoveryZhijun Cao and Li-Rong Yu2. Integration of Omics and Phenotypic Data for Precision MedicineJuan Zhao, QiPing Feng, and Wei-Qi Wei3. Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis in the Era of Systems MedicineChun-Bing Chen, Chuang-Wei Wang, and Wen-Hung ChungPart II Acceleration of Pharmaceutical Research and Development4. Integration of Engineered Delivery with the Pharmacokinetics of Medical Candidates via Physiology-Based PharmacokineticsYuching Yang and Xinyuan Zhang5. Applications of Quantitative System Pharmacology Modeling to Model Informed Drug DevelopmentAndy Z.X. Zhu and Mark Rogge6. Combating Viral Diseases in the Era of Systems MedicineJane P.F. Bai and Ellen Y. Guo7. Toxicity Analysis of Pentachlorophenol Data with a Bioinformatics Tool SetNatalia Polouliakh, Takeshi Hase, Samik Ghosh, and Hiroaki KitanoPart III Tools and Methodologies8. Virtual Populations for Quantitative Systems Pharmacology ModelsYougan Cheng, Ronny Straube, Abed E. Alnaif, Lu Huang, Tarek A. Leil, and Brian J. Schmidt9. Quantitative Systems Toxicology and Drug Development: The DILIsym ExperiencePaul B. Watkins10. Introduction to Genomic Network Reconstruction for Cancer ResearchGuillermo de Anda Jáuregui, Hugo Tovar, Segio Alcalá-Corona, Enrique Hernández-Lemus11. Learning in Medicine: The Importance of Statistical ThinkingMassimiliano Russo and Bruno Scarpa12. Development and Applications of Interoperable Biomedical Ontologies for Integrative Data and Knowledge Representation and Multiscale Modeling in Systems MedicineYongqun HePart IV Systems Medicine to Address Unmet Medical Needs13. Systems Biology to Address Unmet Medical Needs in Neurological DisordersMasha G. Savelieff, Mohamed H. Noureldein, and Eva L. Feldman14. Informatics in Medical Product Regulation: The Right Drug at the Right Dose for the Right PatientEileen Navarro Almario, Anna Kettermann, and Vaishali Popat15. Personal Dense Dynamic Data Clouds Connect Systems Bio-Medicine to Scientific WellnessGilbert S. Omenn, Andrew T. Magis, Nathan D. Price, and Leroy Hood16. Educational Needs for Quantitative Systems Pharmacology ScientistsJames M. GalloSubject Index List…

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Book SynopsisThis new, fully revised edition of Colposcopy: A Practical Guide is a state-of-the-art guide to colposcopy, directly applicable to daily clinical practice, and a key text for all those involved in the screening and management of women with cervical cytological abnormalities. All chapters have been updated for this new edition with the latest nomenclature, staging, classification and evidence-based treatment guidelines, as well as important new material on HPV testing and vaccination. Concise text is enhanced by full-colour illustrations and flow-diagrams throughout. Colposcopy: A Practical Guide is essential reading for the British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology colposcopy training programme and is also an important practical guide for all gynaecologists, nurse colposcopists and gynaecological oncologists.Trade Review'… very accessible … it is a concise, fast read supplying the information required in a quick and efficient way …' Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health CareTable of ContentsForeword; Preface; Glossary of terms; 1. Basic principles of colposcopy; 2. The normal cervix and colposcopic appearance; 3. Natural history of cervical carcinoma, HPV and vaccination; 4. Colposcopic appearance of CIN; 5. Colposcopic directed biopsies; 6. Invasive cervical disease; 7. Glandular disease; 8. Inflammatory and infective conditions of the cervix and anogenital tract; 9. Management techniques; 10. Follow-up after treatment; 11. Vaginal abnormalities; 12. Vulval disease; 13. Pregnancy and puerperium; 14. Menopause, contraception, immunosuppression, HIV and smoking; Further reading; Index.

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Book SynopsisFull exploitation of the DSM-5 allows for more comprehensive care By demystifying the DSM-5, author Sophia Dziegielewski goes beyond the traditional diagnostic assessment and suggests both treatment plans and practice strategy. She covers the changes in criteria to the DSM-5 and what those changes mean for mental health professionals. This resource has been updated to include: New and updated treatment plans All treatment plans, interventions strategies, applications, and practice implications are evidence based Instructions on doing diagnostic assessments and differential diagnosis using the DSM-5 Changes to coding and billing using the DSM-5 and ICD-10 The book includes robust tools for students, instructors, and new graduates seeking licensure. DSM-5 in Action makes the DSM-5 accessible to all practitioners, allowing for more accurate, comprehensive care.Trade Review"This book is a thoroughly researched and organized approach to understanding the DSM-5 and how to use its diagnostic criteria to create a treatment plan/practice strategy. It is easy to read and understand, and the case examples and treatment plans are well done." (Doody 2016)Table of ContentsPreface xiii Acknowledgments xvii Quick Reference List xix SECTION I Utilizing the DSM-5: Assessment, Planning, and Practice Strategy Chapter 1 Getting Started 3 Introduction 3 Beginning the Process 3 Making the Diagnostic Assessment: Tools That Facilitate the Assessment Process 4 Role of Social Workers and Other Mental Health Professionals 4 Development of the DSM Classification System: History and Reservations 6 Diagnostic Labels 14 Another Mental Health Assessment Measure 16 Professional Training in the Professional Counseling Fields 18 Summary 19 Questions for Further Thought 20 References 20 Chapter 2 Basics and Application 23 Utilizing the DSM-5 in the Practice Setting 23 Working as Part of a Team: Connections and Collaborations 25 Diagnosis and Assessment: Is There a Difference? 28 A Combination Approach: The Diagnostic Assessment 33 DSM-5 Updates and Structural Changes 35 DSM-5: Sections and Appendices 39 Important Sections in the DSM-5 45 Culture, Age, and Gender-Related Information 47 Concepts of Distress 53 Culture and Other Diagnostic Assessment Factors Related to Age 57 Culture and Other Diagnostic Assessment Factors Related to Gender 59 Summary 66 Questions for Further Thought 67 References 67 Chapter 3 Completing the Diagnostic Assessment 70 Basics for Completing a Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment 70 DSM-5 and Completing the Diagnostic Assessment 74 The Principal Diagnosis 76 Subtypes and Course Specifiers 86 Ethical and Legal Considerations 101 Pulling It All Together 102 Summary 104 Questions for Further Thought 105 References 105 Chapter 4 Applications 107 Documentation, Treatment Planning, and Practice Strategy 107 Treatment and Intervention Planning 116 Developing the Treatment Plan 120 Selecting an Intervention Framework 123 Practice Strategy and Application 127 Types of Time-Limited Therapy in Mental Health Practice 131 Summary 140 Questions for Further Thought 143 References 143 SECTION II Diagnostic and Treatment Applications Chapter 5 Schizophrenia Spectrum and the Other Psychotic Disorders 149Sophia F. Dziegielewski Introduction 149 Toward a Basic Understanding of the Conditions 150 Understanding Individuals Who Suffer From the Psychotic Disorders 151 Important Features Related to the Psychotic Disorders 153 DSM-5: Assessment of Symptoms Measurement 157 Overview of Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders 160 Schizophrenia 167 Beginning the Diagnostic Assessment 173 Schizophrenia and Factors for Consideration in the Diagnostic Assessment 174 Case Application of the Diagnostic Assessment 181 Treatment Planning and Intervention Strategy 186 Special Topics 195 Summary and Future Directions 196 References 197 Chapter 6 Bipolar and Related Disorders 202Sophia F. Dziegielewski and Olga Molina Introduction 202 Toward a Basic Understanding of the Bipolar and Related Disorders 202 Understanding Individuals Who Suffer From Bipolar and Related Disorders 204 Overview of the Bipolar and Related Disorders 212 Summary of Bipolar Disorders 221 Diagnostic Assessment in Adults With Bipolar Disorder 222 General Intervention Strategies: Models and Treatment Modalities for the Bipolar Disorders 232 Special Topics 236 Summary and Future Directions 238 References 239 Chapter 7 Depressive Disorders 242Sophia F. Dziegielewski Introduction 242 Toward a Basic Understanding of the Disorders 243 Important Features Related to the Depressive Disorders 244 Endogenous and Exogenous Depression: Making a Distinction 246 Overview of the Depressive Disorders 247 The Depressive Disorders and the Diagnostic Assessment 259 Special Topics 270 Assessment of Danger to Self or Others 271 Summary and Future Directions 272 References 273 Chapter 8 Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders 278Sophia F. Dziegielewski and Barbara F. Turnage Introduction 278 Toward a Basic Understanding of the Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders 278 Understanding Individuals Who Suffer From the OCD Spectrum Disorders: When Urges Become Overwhelming 280 Important Features Related to the Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders 281 Overview of the Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders 283 Toward a Better Understanding of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder 289 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders and the Factors for Consideration in the Diagnostic Assessment 291 Summary and Future Directions 306 References 306 Chapter 9 Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders 309Sophia F. Dziegielewski and Barbara F. Turnage Introduction 309 Toward a Basic Understanding of Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders 309 Understanding Individuals Who Suffer From the Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders 310 Important Features Related to the Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders 311 Overview of the Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders 313 Beginning the Diagnostic Assessment 321 Pulling It All Together: An Integrated Approach 333 Summary and Future Directions 335 References 335 Chapter 10 Sexual Dysfunctions 338Sophia F. Dziegielewski and Joshua Kirven Introduction 338 Toward a Basic Understanding of the Sexual Dysfunctions 338 Individuals Who Suffer From a Sexual Dysfunction 340 Important Features and Terms Related to the Sexual Dysfunctions 341 Overview of the Sexual Dysfunctions 343 Sexual Dysfunctions and the Diagnostic Assessment 353 Completing the Diagnostic Assessment 353 Overview of Treatment Methods for the Sexual Disorders 358 Selected Assessment Scales and Methods for Treating the Sexual Disorders 361 Special Topics 364 Applying a Cultural Competence Lens to Diagnosis 367 Summary and Future Directions 369 References 370 Chapter 11 Disruptive Impulse-Control and Conduct Disorders 375Sophia F. Dziegielewski and Ana M. Leon Introduction 375 Living With Problematic Self-Control of Emotions and Behavior 376 Overview of the Disruptive, Impulse-Control, and Conduct Disorders 377 The Diagnostic Assessment: Application Basics 387 General Intervention Strategies: Models and Treatment Modalities 403 Summary and Future Directions 411 References 412 Chapter 12 Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders 417Sophia F. Dziegielewski Toward a Basic Understanding of the Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders 418 Understanding the Individuals Who Suffer From the Substance Disorders 419 Overview of the Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders 425 Beginning the Diagnostic Assessment: Alcohol-Related Disorders 436 Treatment Planning and Intervention Strategy 445 Brief Interventions in Primary Care Settings 453 Topics of Interest 456 Misuse of Prescription Medications 461 Summary and Future Directions 462 References 463 Chapter 13 Personality Disorders 467Sophia F. Dziegielewski and George A. Jacinto Introduction 467 Toward a Basic Understanding of the Personality Disorders 468 Understanding Individuals Suffering From a Personality Disorder 468 What Is a Personality Disorder? 471 Cluster A Personality Disorders 471 Cluster B Personality Disorders 475 Cluster C Personality Disorders 482 Other Personality Disorders 485 Summary of the Personality Disorders 487 Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) 487 Strategies for Individual Therapy and Intervention 500 Section III: Alternative DSM-5 Model for the Personality Disorders 502 Summary and Future Directions 503 References 504 Appendix: Quick References: Selected Disorders—Criteria and Treatment Plans 507 Author Index 545 Subject Index 561 About the Author 583

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Book SynopsisBone Marrow Diagnosis, Third Edition, is an essential resource for pathologists and haematologists who need to report bone marrow trephine biopsies. Practical and highly illustrated this edition has been comprehensively updated whilst remaining succinct and concentrating on the core information necessary to make an accurate diagnosis. The text provides comparisons of the common methods of sample collection, fixation and staining, and a clear description of how to examine a trephine section. Applying a consistent approach, the chapters cover the range of disorders of bone marrow, discussing the clinical features, histopathology of bone marrow and diagnostic problems of each condition. Each chapter closes with a summary of key points and each diagnostic entity is accompanied by high quality images, over 900 in all, showing typical and more unusual examples of histological features. This compact text, oriented at diagnosis and comprehensively accompanied by Table of ContentsPreface to the third edition vi Preface to the first edition vii 1 Introduction 1 2 The normal bone marrow 4 3 Infections including human immunodeficiency virus 18 4 Anaemias and aplasias 32 5 The myelodysplastic syndromes 42 6 Myeloproliferative neoplasms 49 7 Acute leukaemia 69 8 Lymphomas: an overview 89 9 Precursor B and T lymphoblastic leukaemia (acute lymphoblastic leukaemia) and lymphoblastic lymphoma 101 10 Mature B cell neoplasms 108 11 Mature T and NK cell neoplasms 161 12 Hodgkin lymphoma 179 13 Metastatic disease 188 14 Bone stroma and miscellaneous changes 196 15 Technical considerations 209 Index 215

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Book SynopsisThis brand new title provides a highly illustrated and unambiguous introduction to most common presentations encountered in GP surgeries, in minor injury units and emergency departments.Table of ContentsPreface 6 Contributors 7 How to use your textbook 8 About the companion website 11 Part 1 System of care 1 Assessment 12 2 Management and communication 14 Part 2 Skin 3 Wounds 16 4 Soft tissue infections 18 5 Other soft tissue infections 20 6 Burns and scalds 22 Part 3 The head 7 Head injury and transient loss of consciousness 24 8 Neurological problems 26 9 Headache 28 Part 4 Ear, nose and throat 10 Ear problems 30 11 Dizziness and vertigo 32 12 The nose 34 Part 5 The face 13 Facial injury 36 14 Eye problems 38 15 Mouth and dental 42 Part 6 Chest and abdomen 16 Upper respiratory tract infections 44 17 Lower respiratory tract infections 46 18 Chest pain 48 19 Abdominal pain 50 20 Urinary tract infections 52 21 Urogenital problems 54 22 Gynaecological problems 56 23 Anorectal disorders 58 Part 7 Musculoskeletal 24 Spine examination 60 25 Neck pain 62 26 Back pain 64 27 Shoulder examination 66 28 Shoulder injuries 68 29 The elbow 70 30 The wrist 72 31 Hand examination 74 32 Hand: soft tissue injuries 76 33 Hand: bony injuries 78 34 The hip 80 35 Knee examination 82 36 Knee problems 84 37 The calf and shin 86 38 The ankle 88 39 The foot 90 Part 8 Children 40 Approach to the injured child 92 41 The limping child 94 42 The febrile child 96 43 Foreign bodies in children 99 44 Skin problems in children 102 Index 105

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Book SynopsisPrepared by world leaders on this topic, Biomarkers in Cancer Screening and Early Detection offers a comprehensive, state-of-the-art perspective on the various research and clinical aspects of cancer biomarkers, from their discovery and development to their validation, clinical utility, and use in developing personalized cancer treatment.Table of ContentsList of Contributors, ix Preface, xiii Part I Foundations of Biomarker Research 1 Nuts and Bolts of Biomarker Research, 3Sharmistha Ghosh and Sudhir Srivastava 2 Cancer Genome Methylation: Biology, Biomarker and Therapeutic Opportunities, 16Shashwat Sharad, Taduru Sreenath, Shiv Srivastava, and Albert Dobi 3 MicroRNA Biomarkers for Early Detection of Cancer, 27WendyWang, Matthew R Young, and Sudhir Srivastava 4 Inflammation and Cancer, 37Pamela L Beatty, Sandra Cascio, and Olivera J Finn 5 Exosomes: A Valuable Biomedical Tool in Biomarker Discovery and Development, 50Jocelyn Lee, Sharmistha Ghosh, and Sudhir Srivastava 6 Epithelial-to-Mesenchymal Transition (EMT): Clinical Implications, 64Elisa CWoodhouse and Suresh Mohla Part II State-of-the-Science in Organ-Specific Biomarker Research 7 Breast Cancer, 77Benjamin A Katchman, Christos Patriotis, and Karen S Anderson 8 Ovarian Cancer, 93Christos Patriotis, Archana Simmons, Karen H Lu, Robert C Bast, Jr, and Steven J Skates 9 Esophageal Cancer Biomarkers, 104Yanxin Luo, Kishore Guda, SanfordD Markowitz, Amitabh Chak, Andrew M Kaz, andWilliam M Grady 10 Predictive Biomarkers for Therapy in Adenocarcinoma of the Upper Digestive Tract, 118Heath D Skinner, Qiongrong Chen, Elena Elimova, RoopmaWadhwa, Shumei Song, and Jaffer A Ajani 11 Pancreatic Cancer, 130Sam CWang and Peter J Allen 12 Colon Cancer, 141Paul DWagner 13 Prognostic and Predictive Biomarkers for Colorectal Cancer, 151Upender Manne, Balananda-Dhurjati Kumar Putcha, Temesgen Samuel, and Sudhir Srivastava 14 Early Detection of Lung Cancer, 163Mohamed Hassanein, Melinda C Aldrich, Stephen A Deppen, Karl E Krueger, Eric L Grogan, and Pierre P Massion 15 Commonalities in Lung Cancer and COPD, 185MalgorzataWojtowicz and Eva Szabo 16 Prostate Cancer, 197Jacob Kagan, Ian M Thompson, and DanielWChan Part III Biomarkers, Screening and Precision Health: Implications for Public Health 17 Improving the Clinical Validity of Biomarker Research in Cancer Detection, 209David F Ransohoff 18 Cancer Overdiagnosis, Ramifications and Research Strategies, 220Barbara K Dunn and Barnett S Kramer 19 Predictive Markers and Driver Genes From Treatment Trials: Potential Utility For Early Diagnosis, 231Brian S Sorg, Sarfraz Memon, Kelly Y Kim, Aniruddha Ganguly, Tracy Lively, James Tricoli, Magdalena Thurin, Lokesh Agrawal, Tawnya C McKee, Barbara A Conley, and J Milburn Jessup 20 Statistical Consideration in Predictive and Prognostic Markers, 245Fei Ye and Yu Shyr 21 Clinical Validation of Molecular Biomarkers in Translational Medicine, 256Harry B Burke and William E Grizzle 22 Cancer Biomarker Assays: Performance Standards, 267Anna K Fuzery and Daniel W Chan 23 Bioethics and Cancer Biomarker Research, 277Nathan Nobis, William Grizzle, and Stephen Sodeke 24 Colon Cancer Screening, 283Molly Perencevich, Jennifer Inra, and Sapna Syngal

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Book SynopsisImmunohistochemistry and immunocytochemistry are invaluable tools for the visualization of tissue and cellular antigens in diagnostic and biological research environments. The need to obtain accurate, reliable and reproducible results is paramount.It is with this fundamental aim in mind that we have compiled Immunohistochemistry: Essential Methods. We have achieved this by examining each aspect of immunochemistry in turn, with each chapter including detailed information regarding the subject matter in question. Each chapter is written by an expert in their field and includes protocols that are typically used in their own research. Subjects covered are, amongst others, antibodies and their production; selection of reporter labels; immunochemical staining methods and experimental design (both using single and multiple reporter labels); quality assurance; automated immunochemistry; confocal microscopy and electron microscopy. In addition, benefits and limitations of each approTable of ContentsList of Contributors vii Preface ix Acknowledgements xi Chapter 1: Antibodies for Immunochemistry 1Mark Cooper and Sheriden Lummas Introduction 1 Immunogens for Antibody Production 5 Antibody Production 12 Antibody Purification 16 Fragment Antibody Preparations 20 Antibody Labelling 21 Antibody Stability and Storage 23 References 24 Chapter 2: The Selection of Reporter Labels 25Judith Langenick Introduction 25 Enzymatic Labels 26 Fluorescence Detection 29 References 32 Chapter 3: Immunohistochemistry and Immunocytochemistry 35Simon Renshaw Specimen Formats for Immunochemistry 36 Fixation 37 Processing Tissue Blocks to Paraffin Wax 46 Microtomy 47 Tissue Microarrays 47 Specimen Storage 48 Decalcification 49 Antigen Retrieval 50 Controls 56 Immunochemical Staining Techniques (Optimizing a New Antibody) 57 Counterstains 71 Mounting 74 Troubleshooting 76 Examples of Immunostaining Photomicrographs 76 Acknowledgements 101 References 101 Chapter 4: Multiple Immunochemical Staining Techniques 103Sofia Koch Introduction 103 Methods and Approaches 115 References 122 Chapter 5: Quality Assurance in Immunochemistry 123Peter Jackson and Michael Gandy Introduction 123 Methods and Approaches 125 Automated Immunochemical Staining 147 Troubleshooting 149 References 154 Chapter 6: Automated Immunochemistry 157Emanuel Schenck and Simon Renshaw Introduction 157 Methods and Approaches 160 Other Forms of Automation 164 References 168 Chapter 7: Confocal Microscopy 169Ann Wheeler Introduction 169 When Should Confocal be Used? 173 Applications: For Example Co-localization, Quantification, 3D Visualization and Kinetics 173 How To Set Up a Confocal Experiment? 174 References 198 Further Readings 198 Chapter 8: Ultrastructural Immunochemistry 199Jeremy Skepper and Janet Powell Introduction 199 Methods and Approaches 207 References 222 Index 227

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Book SynopsisDiagnosing Dental and Orofacial Pain: A Clinical Manual approaches a complex topic in a uniquely practical way. This text offers valuable advice on ways to observe and communicate effectively with patients in pain, how to analyze a patients' pain descriptions, and how to provide a proper diagnosis of orofacial pain problems that can arise from a myriad of sourcesanywhere from teeth, joint and muscle pain, and paranasal sinuses to cluster headaches, neuralgias, neuropathic pain and viral infections. Helps the student and practitioner understand the diagnostic process by addressing the exact questions that need to be asked and then analyzing verbal and non-verbal responses to these Edited by experts with decades of clinical and teaching experience, and with contributions from international specialists Companion website provides additional learning materials including videos, case studies and further practical tips for examination and diagnosis Table of ContentsContributors vi Acknowledgments vii About the Companion Website viii 1 Introduction 1 Alex J. Moule and M. Lamar Hicks 2 The Art of Listening – Communicating Effectively with a Patient in Pain 3 Andrew D. Wolvin 3 Causes of Pain in the Orofacial Region 6 Vishal R. Aggarwal, Alex J. Moule and M. Lamar Hicks 4 Gathering Information for an Accurate Pain Diagnosis 16 Alex J. Moule and M. Lamar Hicks 5 Analyzing Patients in Pain – Describing Pain and the Importance of Descriptors 19 Alex J. Moule and M. Lamar Hicks 6 Analyzing Patients in Pain – Observing Patients in Pain 23 Alex J. Moule and Tareq Al Ali 7 Analyzing Patients in Pain – Associations with Cold and Heat 36 Alex J. Moule and M. Lamar Hicks 8 Analyzing Pain Descriptions – Pain on Biting or Eating and Other Considerations 41 Alex J. Moule and M. Lamar Hicks 9 Analyzing Pain Descriptions – Time Analysis and the Diagnosis of Orofacial Pain 46 Alex J. Moule and M. Lamar Hicks 10 Analyzing Pain Descriptions – Factors Influencing the Pain 50 Alex J. Moule and M. Lamar Hicks 11 Tests and Testing 53 Alex J. Moule and Unni Krishnan 12 Diagnosing Dental Pain 61 Alex J. Moule and Unni Krishnan 13 Diagnosing Cracked (Crown Fractured) Teeth 68 Alex J. Moule 14 Diagnosing Joint and Muscle Pains 79 Chris Moule and Iven Klineberg 15 Diagnosing Pain Referral from Neck and Shoulders 89 Scott Cook and Alex J. Moule 16 Diagnosing Pain from the Sinuses 96 Unni Krishnan and Alex J. Moule 17 Diagnosing Tension Headaches and Migraine 103 David Mock 18 Diagnosing Cluster Headaches 106 Kerryn Green 19 Diagnosing Trigeminal Neuralgia 109 Kerryn Green 20 Viruses as a Cause of Orofacial Pain 113 Michael Apicella 21 Vascular Causes of Headaches 117 Mark Paine 22 Diagnosing Neuropathic Orofacial Pain 123 E. Russell Vickers and Alex J. Moule 23 Referral Strategies for Orofacial Pain Cases 130 F. Russell Vickers and Alex J. Moule References 133 Index 140

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Book SynopsisA concise, quick-reference handbook on history taking and physical examination Pocket Guide to Physical Assessmentis a compact yet comprehensive reference for students and practitioners alike, employing a step-by-step framework for effective patient assessment, diagnosis and planning of care. This valuable guide covers topics including cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological and musculoskeletal system examinations, patient interviews, history taking and general health assessments. Clear diagrams and checklists illustrate key points, while easy-to-follow instructions and concise descriptions of clinical situations and diseases aid in clinical decision-making. Compact, pocket-sized guide that contains only the essential information for physical assessmentInstructs readers on best clinical practice and how to present and communicate casesDevelops and improves necessary skills for physical clinical examinationsIdeal for use on the ward or as a companion to the accompanying textbookTable of ContentsContributors vii Foreword ix Preface xi Acknowledgements xiii 1 Interviewing and History Taking 1Carol Lynn Cox 2 General Health Assessment 29Carol Lynn Cox 3 Basic Examination, Notes, and Diagnostic Principles 61Carol Lynn Cox 4 Examination of the Cardiovascular System 75Carol Lynn Cox 5 Examination of the Respiratory System 105Carol Lynn Cox 6 Examination of the Abdomen 127Anthony McGrath 7 Examination of the Male Genitalia 149Carol Lynn Cox and Anthony McGrath 8 Examination of the Female Genitalia 161Victoria Lack 9 Examination of the Nervous System 185Graham M Boswell 10 Examination of the Eye 235Helen Gibbons 11 Examination of the Musculoskeletal System 265Nicola L Whiteing 12 Presenting Cases and Communication 297Carol Lynn Cox Appendix A Jaeger Reading Chart 311 Appendix B Visual Acuity 3 Meter/21 Foot Chart 313 Appendix C Hodkinson Ten-Point Mental Test Score 315 Appendix D Barthel Index of Activities of Daily Living 317 Appendix E Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) 321 Appendix F Glasgow Coma Scale 325 Appendix G Warnings Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease 327 Appendix H Trigger Symptoms Indicative of Dementia 329 Appendix I The 12-Lead Electrocardiogram 331 Index 369

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Book SynopsisOffers clear and concise instruction on running, reporting and interpreting immunophenotyping studies Written by two well-known haematology educators and experts on the topic, Immunophenotyping for Haematologists contains an introduction to running, reporting and interpreting immunophenotyping studies. The book offers a unique approach to the topic by putting the focus on clinical and laboratory haematologists who are not routinely involved in running and reporting on immunophenotyping studies. Immunophenotyping using flow cytometry has become the method of choice in identifying and sorting cells within complex populations, for example, the analysis of immune or neoplastic cells in a blood sample. The text reviews the purpose and principles of immunophenotyping and includes an introduction and explanation of the principles and the role of immunophenotyping. The authors examine immunophenotypic characteristics of the disease groups commonly encountered andTable of ContentsPreface and Acknowledgement vii Abbreviations Used in the Book ix Part 1 Purpose and Principles of Immunophenotyping 1 Part 2 Immunophenotyping for Haematologists 11 Part 3 Immunophenotyping in the Diagnosis and Monitoring of Haematological Neoplasms and Related Conditions with Tables and Figures for Quick Reference 47 Part 4 Test Yourself 89 Index 127

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsContributors xv Preface xix Part One About Cochrane Reviews of diagnostic test accuracy 1 1 Planning a Cochrane Review of diagnostic test accuracy 3 1.1 Introduction 4 1.2 Why do a systematic review of test accuracy? 4 1.3 Undertaking a Cochrane Review of diagnostic test accuracy 5 1.3.1 The role of the Diagnostic Test Accuracy Editorial Team 5 1.3.2 Expectations for the conduct and reporting of Cochrane Reviews of diagnostic test accuracy 5 1.3.3 Data management and quality assurance 6 1.3.4 Keeping the Review up to date 6 1.4 Proposing a new Cochrane Review of diagnostic test accuracy 6 1.5 Cochrane Protocols 7 1.6 The author team 11 1.6.1 The importance of the team 11 1.6.2 Criteria for authorship 12 1.6.3 Incorporating relevant perspectives and stakeholder involvement 12 1.7 Resources and support 13 1.7.1 Identifying resources and support 13 1.7.2 Funding and conflicts of interest 14 1.7.3 Training 14 1.7.4 Software 15 1.8 Chapter information 15 1.9 References 16 Part Two Introducing test accuracy 19 2 Evaluating medical tests 21 2.1 Introduction 21 2.2 Types of medical tests 22 2.3 Test accuracy 23 2.4 How do diagnostic tests affect patient outcomes? 24 2.4.1 Direct test effects 25 2.4.2 Altering clinical decisions and actions 25 2.4.3 Changes to time frames and populations 25 2.4.4 Influencing patient and clinician perceptions 26 2.5 Evaluations of test accuracy during test development 26 2.5.1 Evaluations of accuracy during biomarker discovery 26 2.5.2 Early evaluations of test accuracy 27 2.5.3 Clinical evaluations of test accuracy 28 2.6 Other purposes of medical testing 28 2.6.1 Predisposition 29 2.6.2 Risk stratification 29 2.6.3 Screening 29 2.6.4 Staging 29 2.6.5 Prognosis 30 2.6.6 Treatment selection 30 2.6.7 Treatment efficacy 31 2.6.8 Therapeutic monitoring 31 2.6.9 Surveillance for progression or recurrence 31 2.7 Chapter information 32 2.8 References 32 3 Understanding the design of test accuracy studies 35 3.1 Introduction 35 3.2 The basic design for a test accuracy study 36 3.3 Multiple groups of participants 39 3.4 Multiple reference standards 42 3.5 More on reference standards 44 3.5.1 Delayed verification 44 3.5.2 Composite reference standard 44 3.5.3 Panel- based reference 44 3.5.4 Latent class analysis 45 3.5.5 Gold standard 45 3.5.6 Clinical reference standard 45 3.6 Comparative test accuracy studies 45 3.6.1 Paired comparative accuracy study 46 3.6.2 Randomized comparative accuracy study 46 3.6.3 Non- randomized comparative accuracy study 47 3.7 Additional aspects of study designs 47 3.7.1 Prospective versus retrospective 48 3.7.2 Pragmatic versus explanatory 48 3.8 Concluding remarks 49 3.9 Chapter information 49 3.10 References 50 4 Understanding test accuracy measures 53 4.1 Introduction 53 4.2 Types of test data 54 4.3 Inconclusive index test results 55 4.4 Target condition 56 4.5 Analysis of a primary test accuracy study 56 4.5.1 Sensitivity and specificity 57 4.5.2 Predictive values 58 4.5.3 Proportion with the target condition 58 4.5.4 Pre- test and post- test probabilities 59 4.5.5 Interpretation of sensitivity, specificity and predictive values 59 4.5.6 Confidence intervals 60 4.5.7 Other test accuracy measures 61 4.6 Positivity thresholds 64 4.7 Receiver operating characteristic curves 66 4.8 Analysis of a comparative accuracy study 68 4.9 Chapter information 71 4.10 References 72 Part Three Methods and presentation of systematic reviews of test accuracy 73 5 Defining the review question 75 5.1 Introduction 75 5.2 Aims of systematic reviews of test accuracy 76 5.2.1 Investigations of heterogeneity 77 5.3 Identifying the clinical problem 77 5.3.1 Role of a new test 77 5.3.2 Defining the clinical pathway 80 5.3.3 Unclear and multiple clinical pathways 83 5.4 Defining the review question 84 5.4.1 Population 84 5.4.2 Index test(s) 85 5.4.3 Target condition 85 5.4.4 The review question: PIT 86 5.4.5 From review question to objectives 86 5.4.6 Broad versus narrow questions 87 5.5 Defining eligibility criteria 88 5.5.1 Types of studies 88 5.5.2 Participants 89 5.5.3 Index test(s) 90 5.5.4 Target condition 91 5.5.5 Reference standard 92 5.6 Chapter information 93 5.7 References 93 6 Searching for and selecting studies 97 6.1 Introduction 98 6.2 Searching for studies 98 6.2.1 Working in partnership 100 6.2.2 Advice for review teams that do not include an information specialist 101 6.3 Sources to search 101 6.3.1 Bibliographic databases 101 6.3.1.1 MEDLINE, PubMed and Embase 102 6.3.1.2 National and regional databases 103 6.3.1.3 Subject- specific databases 103 6.3.1.4 Dissertations and theses databases 104 6.3.2 Additional sources to search 104 6.3.2.1 Related reviews, guidelines and reference lists as sources of studies 105 6.3.2.2 Handsearching 105 6.3.2.3 Forward citation searching and co- citation searching 105 6.3.2.4 Web searching 106 6.3.2.5 Grey literature databases 107 6.3.2.6 Trial registries 107 6.3.2.7 Contacting colleagues, study authors and manufacturers 108 6.4 Designing search strategies 108 6.4.1 Structuring the search strategy 109 6.4.2 Controlled vocabulary and text words 110 6.4.3 Text word or keyword searching 112 6.4.4 Search filters 113 6.4.5 Language, date and type of document restrictions 113 6.4.6 Identifying fraudulent studies, other retracted publications, errata and comments 114 6.4.7 Minimizing the risk of bias through search methods 114 6.5 Documenting and reporting the search process 115 6.5.1 Documenting the search process 116 6.5.2 Reporting the search process 116 6.5.2.1 Reporting the search process in the protocol 116 6.5.2.2 Reporting the search process in the review 117 6.6 Selecting relevant studies 119 6.6.1 Examine full- text reports for compliance of studies with eligibility criteria 120 6.7 Future developments in literature searching and selection 121 6.8 Chapter information 121 6.9 References 122 7 Collecting data 131 7.1 Introduction 132 7.2 Sources of data 132 7.2.1 Studies (not reports) as the unit of interest 133 7.2.2 Correspondence with investigators 134 7.3 What data to collect 135 7.3.1 What are data? 135 7.3.2 Study methods (participant recruitment and sampling) 137 7.3.3 Participant characteristics and setting 138 7.3.4 Index test(s) 139 7.3.5 Target condition and reference standard 140 7.3.6 Flow and timing 140 7.3.7 Extracting study results and converting to the desired format 141 7.3.7.1 Obtaining 2×2 data from accuracy measures 141 7.3.7.2 Using global measures 144 7.3.7.3 Challenges defining reference standard positive and negative: strategies when there are more than two categories 145 7.3.7.4 Challenges defining index test positive and negative: inconclusive results 145 7.3.7.5 Challenges defining index test positive and negative: test failures 147 7.3.7.6 Challenges defining index test positive and negative: dealing with multiple thresholds and extracting data from ROC curves or other graphics 147 7.3.7.7 Extracting data from figures with software 148 7.3.7.8 Corrections for missing data: adjusting for partial verification bias 148 7.3.7.9 Multiple index tests from the same study 148 7.3.7.10 Subgroups of patients 150 7.3.7.11 Individual patient data 150 7.3.7.12 Extracting covariates 151 7.3.8 Other information to collect 151 7.4 Data collection tools 152 7.4.1 Rationale for data collection forms 152 7.4.2 Considerations in selecting data collection tools 152 7.4.3 Design of a data collection form 154 7.5 Extracting data from reports 157 7.5.1 Introduction 157 7.5.2 Who should extract data? 157 7.5.3 Training data extractors 158 7.5.4 Extracting data from multiple reports of the same study 158 7.5.5 Reliability and reaching consensus 159 7.5.6 Suspicions of scientific misconduct 159 7.5.7 Key points in planning and reporting data extraction 160 7.6 Managing and sharing data and tools 160 7.7 Chapter information 163 7.8 References 164 8 Assessing risk of bias and applicability 169 8.1 Introduction 170 8.2 Understanding bias and applicability 171 8.2.1 Bias and imprecision 171 8.2.2 Bias versus applicability 171 8.2.3 Biases in test accuracy studies: empirical evidence 172 8.3 Quadas- 2 173 8.3.1 Background 173 8.3.2 Risk- of- bias assessment 173 8.3.3 Applicability assessment 174 8.3.4 Using and tailoring QUADAS- 2 174 8.3.5 Flow diagram 174 8.3.6 Performing the QUADAS- 2 assessment 175 8.4 Domain 1: Participant selection 176 8.4.1 Participant selection: risk- of- bias signalling questions (QUADAS- 2) 176 8.4.2 Participant selection: additional signalling questions for comparative accuracy studies (QUADAS- C) 178 8.4.3 Participant selection: concerns regarding applicability 181 8.5 Domain 2: Index test 182 8.5.1 Index test: risk- of- bias signalling questions (QUADAS- 2) 182 8.5.2 Index test: additional signalling questions for comparative accuracy studies (QUADAS- C) 183 8.5.3 Index test: concerns regarding applicability 186 8.6 Domain 3: Reference standard 187 8.6.1 Reference standard: risk- of- bias signalling questions (QUADAS- 2) 187 8.6.2 Reference standard: additional signalling questions for comparative accuracy studies (QUADAS- C) 188 8.6.3 Reference standard: concerns regarding applicability 189 8.7 Domain 4: Flow and timing 191 8.7.1 Flow and timing: risk- of- bias signalling questions (QUADAS- 2) 191 8.7.2 Flow and timing: additional signalling questions for comparative accuracy studies (QUADAS- C) 193 8.8 Presentation of risk- of- bias and applicability assessments 196 8.9 Narrative summary of risk- of- bias and applicability assessments 197 8.10 Chapter information 197 8.11 References 198 9 Understanding meta- analysis 203 9.1 Introduction 203 9.1.1 Aims of meta- analysis for systematic reviews of test accuracy 204 9.1.2 When not to use a meta- analysis in a review 204 9.1.3 How does meta- analysis of diagnostic test accuracy differ from metaanalysis of interventions? 205 9.1.4 Questions that can be addressed in test accuracy analyses 206 9.1.4.1 What is the accuracy of a test? 206 9.1.4.2 How does the accuracy vary with clinical and methodological characteristics? 206 9.1.4.3 How does the accuracy of two or more tests compare? 206 9.1.5 Planning the analysis 207 9.2 Graphical and tabular presentation 208 9.2.1 Coupled forest plots 208 9.2.2 Summary ROC plots 208 9.2.3 Linked SROC plots 210 9.2.3.1 Example 1: Anti- CCP for the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis – descriptive plots 210 9.2.4 Tables of results 211 9.3 Meta- analytical summaries 211 9.3.1 Should I estimate an SROC curve or a summary point? 212 9.3.2 Heterogeneity 214 9.4 Fitting hierarchical models 215 9.4.1 Bivariate model 216 9.4.2 Example 1 continued: anti- CCP for the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis 217 9.4.3 The Rutter and Gatsonis HSROC model 219 9.4.4 Example 2: Rheumatoid factor as a marker for rheumatoid arthritis 220 9.4.5 Data reported at multiple thresholds per study 221 9.4.6 Investigating heterogeneity 222 9.4.6.1 Criteria for model selection 223 9.4.6.2 Heterogeneity and regression analysis using the bivariate model 223 9.4.6.3 Example 1 continued: Investigation of heterogeneity in diagnostic performance of anti- CCP 224 9.4.6.4 Heterogeneity and regression analysis using the Rutter and Gatsonis HSROC model 227 9.4.6.5 Example 2 continued: Investigating heterogeneity in diagnostic accuracy of rheumatoid factor (RF) 228 9.4.7 Comparing index tests 230 9.4.7.1 Test comparisons based on all available studies 230 9.4.7.2 Test comparisons using the bivariate model 231 9.4.7.3 Example 3: CT versus MRI for the diagnosis of coronary artery disease 232 9.4.7.4 Test comparisons using the Rutter and Gatsonis HSROC model 234 9.4.7.5 Test comparison based on studies that directly compare tests 235 9.4.7.6 Example 3 continued: CT versus MRI for the diagnosis of coronary artery disease 236 9.4.8 Approaches to analysis with small numbers of studies 238 9.4.9 Sensitivity analysis 239 9.5 Special topics 241 9.5.1 Imperfect reference standard 241 9.5.2 Investigating and handling verification bias 241 9.5.3 Investigating and handling publication bias 242 9.5.4 Developments in meta- analysis for systematic reviews of test accuracy 243 9.6 Chapter information 243 9.7 References 244 10 Undertaking meta- analysis 249 10.1 Introduction 249 10.2 Estimation of a summary point 251 10.2.1 Fitting the bivariate model using SAS 251 10.2.2 Fitting the bivariate model using Stata 253 10.2.3 Fitting the bivariate model using R 256 10.2.4 Bayesian estimation of the bivariate model 261 10.2.4.1 Specification of the bivariate model in rjags 261 10.2.4.2 Monitoring convergence 263 10.2.4.3 Summary statistics 264 10.2.4.4 Generating an SROC plot 265 10.2.4.5 Sensitivity analyses 266 10.3 Estimation of a summary curve 266 10.3.1 Fitting the HSROC model using SAS 268 10.3.2 Bayesian estimation of the HSROC model 268 10.3.2.1 Specification of the HSROC model in rjags 268 10.3.2.2 Monitoring convergence 270 10.3.2.3 Summary statistics and SROC plot 271 10.3.2.4 Sensitivity analyses 272 10.4 Comparison of summary points 272 10.4.1 Fitting the bivariate model in SAS to compare summary points 274 10.4.2 Fitting the bivariate model in Stata to compare summary points 280 10.4.3 Fitting the bivariate model in R to compare summary points 284 10.4.4 Bayesian inference for comparing summary points 287 10.4.4.1 Summary statistics 289 10.5 Comparison of summary curves 291 10.5.1 Fitting the HSROC model in SAS to compare summary curves 292 10.5.2 Bayesian estimation of the HSROC model for comparing summary curves 294 10.5.2.1 Monitoring convergence 295 10.5.2.2 Summary statistics 295 10.6 Meta- analysis of sparse data and a typical data sets 296 10.6.1 Facilitating convergence 297 10.6.2 Simplifying hierarchical models 301 10.7 Meta- analysis with multiple thresholds per study 305 10.7.1 Meta- analysis of multiple thresholds with R 306 10.7.2 Meta- analysis of multiple thresholds with rjags 311 10.8 Meta- analysis with imperfect reference standard: latent class meta- analysis 316 10.8.1 Specification of the latent class bivariate meta- analysis model in rjags 316 10.8.2 Monitoring convergence 317 10.8.3 Summary statistics and summary ROC plot 317 10.8.4 Sensitivity analyses 320 10.9 Concluding remarks 321 10.10 Chapter information 321 10.11 References 322 11 Presenting findings 327 11.1 Introduction 327 11.2 Results of the search 328 11.3 Description of included studies 328 11.4 Methodological quality of included studies 329 11.5 Individual and summary estimates of test accuracy 329 11.5.1 Presenting results from included studies 330 11.5.2 Presenting summary estimates of sensitivity and specificity 330 11.5.3 Presenting SROC curves 330 11.5.4 Describing uncertainty in summary statistics 332 11.5.5 Describing heterogeneity in summary statistics 333 11.6 Comparisons of test accuracy 333 11.6.1 Comparing tests using summary points 333 11.6.2 Comparing tests using SROC curves 334 11.6.3 Interpretation of confidence intervals for differences in test accuracy 336 11.7 Investigations of sources of heterogeneity 336 11.8 Re- expressing summary estimates numerically 340 11.8.1 Frequencies 340 11.8.2 Predictive values 341 11.8.3 Likelihood ratios 344 11.9 Presenting findings when meta- analysis cannot be performed 344 11.10 Chapter information 346 11.11 References 347 12 Drawing conclusions 349 12.1 Introduction 349 12.2 ‘Summary of findings’ tables 350 12.3 Assessing the strength of the evidence 352 12.3.1 Key issues to consider when assessing the strength of the evidence 352 12.3.1.1 How valid are the summary estimates? 359 12.3.1.2 How applicable are the summary estimates? 359 12.3.1.3 How heterogeneous are the individual study estimates? 359 12.3.1.4 How precise are the summary estimates? 360 12.3.1.5 How complete is the body of evidence? 361 12.3.1.6 Were index test comparisons made between or within primary studies? 362 12.4 GRADE approach for assessing the certainty of evidence 362 12.4.1 GRADE domains for assessing certainty of evidence for test accuracy 363 12.4.1.1 Risk of bias 363 12.4.1.2 Indirectness (applicability) 363 12.4.1.3 Inconsistency (heterogeneity) 364 12.4.1.4 Imprecision 365 12.4.1.5 Publication bias 365 12.5 Summary of main results in the Discussion section 365 12.6 Strengths and weaknesses of the review 366 12.6.1 Strengths and weaknesses of included studies 366 12.6.2 Strengths and weaknesses of the review 367 12.6.2.1 Strengths and weaknesses due to the search and selection process 367 12.6.2.2 Strengths and weaknesses due to methodological quality assessment and data extraction 367 12.6.2.3 Weaknesses due to the review analyses 368 12.6.2.4 Direct and indirect comparisons 368 12.6.3 Comparisons with previous research 369 12.7 Applicability of findings to the review question 369 12.8 Drawing conclusions 369 12.8.1 Implications for practice 370 12.8.2 Implications for research 373 12.9 Chapter information 374 12.10 References 374 13 Writing a plain language summary 377 13.1 Introduction 377 13.2 Audience and writing style 378 13.3 Contents and structure of a plain language summary 379 13.3.1 Title 380 13.3.2 Key messages 380 13.3.3 ‘Why is improving [ ] diagnosis important?’ 381 13.3.4 ‘What is the [ ] test?’ 382 13.3.5 What did we want to find out? 382 13.3.6 What did we do? 383 13.3.7 What did we find? 383 13.3.7.1 Describing the included studies 383 13.3.7.2 Presenting information on test accuracy 384 13.3.7.3 Presenting single estimates of accuracy 385 13.3.7.4 Presenting multiple estimates of accuracy: two index tests 386 13.3.7.5 Presenting multiple estimates of accuracy: more than two index tests 387 13.3.7.6 When presenting a numerical summary of test accuracy is not appropriate 387 13.3.7.7 Graphical illustration of test accuracy results 388 13.3.8 What are the limitations of the evidence? 391 13.3.9 How up to date is this evidence? 392 13.4 Chapter information 392 13.5 References 393 13.6 Appendix: Additional example plain language summary 394 Index 399

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Book SynopsisIntegrating detailed methodology with basic interpretation of the commonly encountered diagnostic problems in electron microscopy, Diagnostic Electron Microscopy provides a basic stand-alone diagnostic 'how to' book.Trade Review“Thus, this book is a “must-have” for all pathology departments, even if they are not equipped with an EM facility, and it is also a solid proof of the current role of electron microscopy in health care.” (Microscopy & Microanalysis, 1 August 2013)Table of ContentsList of Contributors xvii Preface – Introduction xxi 1 Renal Disease 1 John W. Stirling and Alan Curry 1.1 The Role of Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) in Renal Diagnostics 1 1.2 Ultrastructural Evaluation and Interpretation 2 1.3 The Normal Glomerulus 3 1.3.1 The Glomerular Basement Membrane 4 1.4 Ultrastructural Diagnostic Features 5 1.4.1 Deposits: General Features 5 1.4.2 Granular and Amorphous Deposits 6 1.4.3 Organised Deposits: Fibrils and Tubules 7 1.4.4 Nonspecific Fibrils 11 1.4.5 General and Nonspecific Inclusions and Deposits 11 1.4.6 Fibrin 12 1.4.7 Tubuloreticular Bodies (Tubuloreticular Inclusions) 12 1.4.8 The Glomerular Basement Membrane 13 1.4.9 The Mesangial Matrix 14 1.4.10 Cellular Components of the Glomerulus 14 1.4.11 Parietal Epithelium 16 1.5 The Ultrastructural Pathology of the Major Glomerular Diseases 16 1.5.1 Diseases without, or with Only Minor, Structural GBM Changes 16 1.5.2 Diseases with Structural GBM Changes 19 1.5.3 Diseases with Granular Deposits 25 1.5.4 Diseases with Organised Deposits 40 1.5.5 Hereditary Metabolic Storage Disorders 46 References 47 2 Transplant Renal Biopsies 55 John Brealey 2.1 Introduction 55 2.2 The Transplant Renal Biopsy 55 2.3 Indications for Electron Microscopy of Transplant Kidney 56 2.3.1 Transplant Glomerulopathy 56 2.3.2 Recurrent Primary Disease 64 2.3.3 De Novo Glomerular Disease 72 2.3.4 Donor-Related Disease 74 2.3.5 Infection 74 2.3.6 Inconclusive Diagnosis by LM and/or IM 79 2.3.7 Miscellaneous Topics 81 References 84 3 Electron Microscopy in Skeletal Muscle Pathology 89 Elizabeth Curtis and Caroline Sewry 3.1 Introduction 89 3.1.1 The Biopsy Procedure 90 3.1.2 Sampling 90 3.1.3 Tissue Processing 90 3.1.4 Artefacts 91 3.2 Normal Muscle 91 3.3 Pathological Changes 96 3.3.1 Sarcolemma 96 3.3.2 Myofibrils 99 3.3.3 Glycogen 102 3.3.4 Cores 104 3.3.5 Target Fibres 105 3.3.6 Myonuclei 105 3.3.7 Mitochondria 106 3.3.8 Reticular System 108 3.3.9 Vacuoles 109 3.3.10 Capillaries 110 3.3.11 Other Structural Defects 111 References 113 4 The Diagnostic Electron Microscopy of Nerve 117 Rosalind King 4.1 Introduction 117 4.2 Tissue Processing 118 4.2.1 Preparation of Nerve Biopsy Specimens 118 4.3 Normal Nerve Ultrastructure 120 4.3.1 Axons 120 4.3.2 Schwann Cells 120 4.3.3 The Myelin Sheath 120 4.3.4 Node of Ranvier 122 4.3.5 Paranode 123 4.3.6 Juxtaparanode 123 4.3.7 Internode 123 4.3.8 Schmidt–Lanterman Incisures 124 4.3.9 Remak Fibres 124 4.3.10 Fibroblasts 124 4.3.11 Renaut Bodies 125 4.4 Pathological Ultrastructural Features 125 4.4.1 Axonal Degeneration 125 4.4.2 Axonal Regeneration 126 4.4.3 Remak Fibre Abnormalities 128 4.4.4 Polyglucosan Bodies 128 4.4.5 Nonspecific Axonal Inclusions 128 4.4.6 Demyelination and Remyelination 130 4.4.7 Specific Schwann Cell Inclusions 135 4.4.8 Nonspecific Schwann Cell Inclusions 136 4.4.9 Fibroblasts 142 4.4.10 Perineurial Abnormalities 142 4.4.11 Cellular Infiltration 143 4.4.12 Endoneurial Oedema 143 4.4.13 Connective Tissue Abnormalities 143 4.4.14 Endoneurial Blood Vessels 145 4.4.15 Mast Cells 145 4.5 Artefact 145 4.6 Conclusions 147 References 148 5 The Diagnostic Electron Microscopy of Tumours 153 Brian Eyden 5.1 Introduction 153 5.2 Principles and Procedures for Diagnosing Tumours by Electron Microscopy 154 5.2.1 The Objective of Tumour Diagnosis 154 5.2.2 The Intellectual Requirements for Tumour Diagnosis by Electron Microscopy 155 5.2.3 Technical Considerations 156 5.2.4 Identifying Good Preservation 158 5.2.5 Distinguishing Reactive from Neoplastic Cells 162 5.3 Organelles and Groups of Cell Structures Defining Cellular Differentiation 162 5.3.1 Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum 162 5.3.2 Melanosomes 165 5.3.3 Desmosomes 167 5.3.4 Tonofibrils 167 5.3.5 Basal Lamina 169 5.3.6 Glandular Epithelial Differentiation and Cell Processes 171 5.3.7 Neuroendocrine Granules 171 5.3.8 Smooth-Muscle Myofilaments 173 5.3.9 Sarcomeric Myofilaments (Thick-and-Thin Filaments with Z-Disks) 176 References 178 6 Microbial Ultrastructure 181 Alan Curry 6.1 Introduction 181 6.2 Practical Guidance 182 6.3 Viruses 183 6.4 Current Use of EM in Virology 185 6.5 Viruses in Thin Sections of Cells or Tissues 186 6.6 Bacteria 191 6.7 Fungal Organisms 194 6.8 Microsporidia 196 6.9 Parasitic Protozoa 206 6.9.1 Cryptosporidium 207 6.9.2 Isospora belli 211 6.10 Examples of Non-enteric Protozoa 212 6.11 Parasitic Amoebae 213 6.12 Conclusions 214 Acknowledgements 214 References and Additional Reading 214 7 The Contemporary Use of Electron Microscopy in the Diagnosis of Ciliary Disorders and Sperm Centriolar Abnormalities 221 P. Yiallouros, M. Nearchou, A. Hadjisavvas and K. Kyriacou 7.1 Introduction 221 7.2 Ultrastructure of Motile Cilia 224 7.3 Genetics of PCD 226 7.4 Current Diagnostic Modalities 228 7.5 Clinical Features 229 7.6 Procurement and Assessment of Ciliated Specimens 230 7.7 Centriolar Sperm Abnormalities 231 7.8 Discussion 232 Acknowledgements 234 References 234 8 Electron Microscopy as a Useful Tool in the Diagnosis of Lysosomal Storage Diseases 237 Joseph Alroy, Rolf Pfannl and Angelo A. Ucci 8.1 Introduction 237 8.2 Morphological Findings 247 8.3 Conclusion 261 References 262 9 Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy (CADASIL) 269 John W. Stirling 9.1 Introduction 269 9.2 Diagnostic Strategies – Comparative Specificity and Sensitivity 271 9.3 Diagnosis by TEM 271 References 274 10 Diagnosis of Platelet Disorders by Electron Microscopy 277 Hilary Christensen and Walter H.A. Kahr 10.1 Introduction 277 10.2 TEM Preparation of Platelets 278 10.3 Whole-Mount EM Preparation of Platelets 280 10.4 EM Preparation of Bone Marrow 281 10.5 Pre-embed Immunogold Labelling of Von Willibrand Factor in Platelets 282 10.6 Ultrastructural Features of Platelets 282 10.7 Normal Platelets 283 10.8 Grey Platelet Syndrome 285 10.9 Arthrogryposis, Renal Dysfunction and Cholestasis Syndrome 285 10.10 Jacobsen Syndrome 285 10.11 Hermansky–Pudlak Syndrome, Chediak–Higashi Syndrome and Other Dense-Granule Deficiencies 287 10.12 Type 2B von Willebrand Disease and Platelet-Type von Willebrand Disease 288 References 290 11 Diagnosis of Congenital Dyserythropoietic Anaemia Types I and II by Transmission Electron Microscopy 293 Yong-xin Ru 11.1 Introduction 293 11.2 Preparation of Bone Marrow and General Observation Protocol 294 11.3 CDA Type I 294 11.3.1 Proerythroblasts and Basophilic Erythroblasts 294 11.3.2 Polychromatic and Orthochromatic Erythroblasts 295 11.3.3 Reticulocytes and Erythrocytes 299 11.4 CDA Type II 299 11.4.1 Erythroblasts 301 11.4.2 Erythrocytes 306 11.5 Summary 306 Acknowledgements 307 References 307 12 Ehlers–Danlos Syndrome 309 Trinh Hermanns-Lê, Marie-Annick Reginster, Claudine Piérard-Franchimont and Gérald E. Piérard 12.1 Introduction 309 12.2 Collagen Fibrils 310 12.3 Elastic Fibers 310 12.4 Nonfibrous Stroma and Granulo-Filamentous Deposits 311 12.5 Connective Tissue Disorders 311 12.5.1 Ehlers–Danlos Syndrome 311 12.5.2 Spontaneous Cervical Artery Dissection 317 12.5.3 Recurrent Preterm Premature Rupture of Fetal Membrane Syndrome 319 References 319 13 Electron Microscopy in Occupational and Environmental Lung Disease 323 Victor L. Roggli 13.1 Introduction 323 13.2 Asbestos 324 13.2.1 Preparatory Techniques 324 13.2.2 Analytical Methodology 326 13.2.3 Asbestos-Related Diseases 326 13.2.4 Exposure Categories 330 13.3 Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis and Sarcoidosis 330 13.3.1 Preparatory Techniques and Analytical Methodology 331 13.4 Silicosis 331 13.4.1 Preparatory Techniques and Analytical Methodology 333 13.5 Silicate Pneumoconiosis 333 13.5.1 Talc Pneumoconiosis 333 13.5.2 Kaolin Worker’s Pneumoconiosis 334 13.5.3 Mica and Feldspar Pneumoconiosis 334 13.5.4 Mixed Dust Pneumoconiosis 335 13.5.5 Preparatory Techniques and Analytical Methodology 335 13.6 Metal-Induced Diseases 335 13.6.1 Siderosis 336 13.6.2 Aluminosis 336 13.6.3 Hard Metal Lung Disease 336 13.6.4 Berylliosis 337 13.6.5 Preparatory Techniques and Analytical Methodology 337 13.7 Rare-Earth Pneumoconiosis 338 13.8 Miscellaneous Disorders 338 References 339 14 General Tissue Preparation Methods 341 John W. Stirling 14.1 Introduction 341 14.1.1 Specimens Suitable for Diagnostic TEM 341 14.2 Tissue Collection and Dissection 342 14.2.1 Tissue Cut-Up 343 14.3 Tissue Processing 345 14.3.1 Fixatives and Fixation 345 14.3.2 Primary Fixation: Glutaraldehyde 347 14.3.3 Secondary Fixation (Post-fixation): Osmium Tetroxide 347 14.3.4 Fixative Vehicles and Wash Buffers 347 14.3.5 En Bloc Staining with Uranyl Acetate 348 14.3.6 Dehydrant and Transition Fluids 348 14.3.7 Resin Infiltration and Embedding Media 349 14.3.8 Tissue Embedding 352 14.4 Tissue Sectioning 352 14.4.1 Ultramicrotomy 352 14.4.2 Sectioning Technique and Ultramicrotome Setup 355 14.4.3 Common Sectioning Problems and Artefacts 356 14.4.4 Section Staining 362 14.4.5 Section Contamination and Staining Artefacts 363 Protocol 364 Processing Schedules 364 References 379 15 Ultrastructural Pathology Today – Paradigm Change and the Impact of Microwave Technology and Telemicroscopy 383 Josef A. Schroeder 15.1 Diagnostic Electron Microscopy and Paradigm Shift in Pathology 383 15.2 Standardised and Automated Conventional Tissue Processing 385 15.3 Microwave-Assisted Sample Preparation 390 15.4 Cyberspace for Telepathology via the Internet 397 15.5 Conclusions and Future Prospects 400 Acknowledgements 404 References 404 16 Electron Microscopy Methods in Virology 409 Alan Curry 16.1 Biological Safety Precautions 409 16.2 Collection of Specimens 410 16.3 Preparation of Faeces, Vomitus or Urine Samples 410 16.4 Viruses in Skin Lesions 410 16.5 Reagents and Methods 411 16.5.1 Negative Stains 411 16.6 Coated Grids 412 16.7 Important Elements in the Negative Staining Procedure 412 16.8 TEM Examination 413 16.9 Immunoelectron Microscopy 413 16.9.1 Immune Clumping 413 16.9.2 Solid-Phase Immunoelectron Microscopy 413 16.9.3 Immunogold Labelling 414 16.9.4 Particle Measurement 414 16.10 Thin Sectioning of Virus-Infected Cells or Tissues 414 16.11 Virology Quality Assurance (QA) Procedures 415 16.11.1 External QA 415 16.11.2 Internal QA 415 Acknowledgements 415 References 416 17 Digital Imaging for Diagnostic Transmission Electron Microscopy 419 Gary Paul Edwards 17.1 Introduction 419 17.2 Camera History 419 17.3 The Pixel Dilemma 420 17.4 Camera Positioning 421 17.5 Resolution 422 17.6 Fibre Coupled or Lens Coupled? 423 17.7 Sensitivity, Noise and Dynamic Range 424 17.8 CCD Chip Type (Full Frame or Interline) 426 17.9 Binning and Frame Rate 426 17.10 Software 427 17.11 Choosing the Right Camera 428 References 429 18 Uncertainty of Measurement 431 Pierre Filion 18.1 Introduction 431 18.2 Purpose 432 18.2.1 Diagnostic Value 432 18.2.2 Internal Quality Control 432 18.2.3 External Quality Control and Accreditation 432 18.3 Factors That Influence Quantitative Measurements 433 18.3.1 Sources of Variation 433 18.3.2 Alteration of the Intrinsic Dimension of the Structure 434 18.3.3 Variation Due to the Analytical Equipment and Method 436 18.3.4 Variation Due to Selection Bias 438 18.3.5 Measurement Using a Digital Camera 439 18.4 How to Calculate the UM 440 18.4.1 Steps Required to Analyse and Calculate the UM 440 18.4.2 Type of Error and Distribution of Measurements 440 18.4.3 Calculating the UM 442 18.4.4 Precision of Measurement and Biological Significance 443 18.4.5 The Electronic Spread Sheet as an Aid to Calculating UM 443 18.4.6 Reporting the UM 444 18.5 Worked Examples 444 18.5.1 Diameter of Fibrils in a Glomerular Deposit 444 18.5.2 Thickness of the Glomerular Basement Membrane 445 18.6 Conclusion 446 References 447 Index 449

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Book SynopsisHandbook for the Assessment of Children's Behaviours with Wiley Desktop Edition This ground-breaking book takes a new approach to the assessment of behaviour in children and adolescents. Written by an expert author team, combining one (Jonathan Williams) with higher qualifications in general practice, child neuropsychiatry, and child and adolescent psychiatry, with one (Peter Hill) with higher qualifications in medicine, paediatrics and child and adolescent psychiatry, the book draws on many thousands of multidisciplinary case discussions, at Great Ormond Street Hospital, in the Children's Multispecialty Assessment Clinic in North London, and in private practice. The book is ideal for the busy mental health professional working in a small team. Organised to allow rapid look-up of behaviours with comprehensive lists of their possible causes, it synthesizes research evidence and clinical experience. The authors interpret behaviour broadly, including not jTrade Review“The addition of the Wiley Desktop edition is an excellent way of making the handbook more portable and accessible. The functionality works on a variety of computers, tablets and phones and this makes this handbook all the more appealing to the modern clinician.” (Child & Adolescent Mental Health, 1 August 2013) “This is a very good resource for professionals working in child and adolescent psychiatry. It provides a very thorough and well-organized guide for the assessment of patients with a wide range of complaints . . . The book offers a unique method to reach an accurate diagnosis, amenable to interventions from a biopsychosocial perspective.” (Doody’s, 1 February 2013) "Overall, this is a fantastic resource for anyone that assesses behaviour in children and adolescents. It is comprehensive and covers an amazing variety of topics in an easy to understand, concise way. This is a handbook that covers the depth and breadth of information that is normally reserved for textbooks and encyclopaedias. A clearly well researched and thought through book that would be valuable on the bookshelf or computer of any health professionals that work with children (the review copy has already been borrowed by colleagues and purchased as a leaving present). In particular the handbook would be relevant for child and adolescent psychiatrists, clinical and educational psychologists, paediatricians and CAMHS professionals both working long-term within the field or whilst still in training. The addition of the Wiley Desktop edition is an excellent way of making the handbook more portable and accessible in any setting. The functionality works on a variety of computers, tablets and phones and this makes this handbook all the more appealing to the modern clinician."(Dr Mark Lovell, Consultant Child and Adolescent Learning Disability Psychiatrist, South Tees LDCAMHS, Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust) “A comprehensive and wide ranging book, exploring children’s behaviours from the routine to the quirky, set within a sound developmental framework. The layout with excellent cross-referencing and explanations is accessible and will be of interest to many clinicians working with children, young people and their families.” (Caryn Onions, Psychotherapist, Oxford, UK) "This is an incredibly useful book. It has a comprehensive list of presentations that frequently leave clinicians wondering what is going on. Beneath each entry lies a treasure trove of sophisticated, up to date evidence about conditions, blended with astute clinical wisdom." (Professor Stephen Scott, Professor of Child Health and Behaviour, Institute of Psychiatry, London)Table of ContentsIntroduction 9 Single Symptoms 11 Multiple symptoms occurring together 21 Cognition 27 General temporal patterns 61 Motor (General) 85 Motor (Specific Behaviours) 101 Sensory 121 Communication 143 Social 167 Home 189 School 215 Play 221 Preferences (General) 227 Preferences (Specific) 243 Breaking rules 249 Anger 285 Anxiety 295 Negativeness 309 Languor 321 Digestive / excretory 327 Bizarre experiences and ideas 343 Contradictions 353 Appendix A: Functional analysis 365 Appendix B: Further investigations / assessments 371 Appendix C: Syndromes and partial syndromes 383 Appendix D: DSM-IV behavioural syndromes 385 Appendix E: Catalogue of causes 393 Appendix F: Forms for assessment or monitoring 399 Appendix G: Mini-physical examination 409 Appendix H: Confidentiality 413 Glossary and index 417 References 577

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Book SynopsisThe Pocket Guide to Mycological Diagnosis provides useful and concise information for microbiologists and professionals diagnosing the most medically relevant fungal species. Cellular and molecular techniques, immunological methods, and more accurate microscopy equipment available in most mycology laboratories now make diagnosis more routine. Furthermore, information regarding medical mycology, including identification of specific fungal pathogens, is widely available. This book helps mycologists address the emerging challenges of diagnosis.Key Features Succinct summary of fungal disease diagnosis Includes opportunistic fungal infections that can afflict immunocompromised patients Permits the identification of common fungal pathogens Reviews antifungal drugs Related TitlesGhannoum, M. A. & John R. Perfect, eds. Antifungal Therapy, 2nd ed. (ISBN 978-1-4987-6814-6)Miyaji, M., ed. Animal Models in Medical Mycology (ISBN 978-1-3158-9059-3)Razzaghi-Abyaneh, M., M. Shams-Ghahfarokhi and M. Rai, eds. Medical Mycology: Current Trends and Future Prospects (ISBN 978-1-4987-1421-1)Table of ContentsLaboratory diagnosis of fungal infections: general information. Antifungal drugs and susceptibility testing of fungi. Malassezia spp. Dermatophytes. Sporothrix schenckii Complex. Melanized fungi. Mucorales. Candida spp. Trichosporon spp. Cryptococcus neoformans / C. gattii Complex. Blastomyces dermatitidis . Paracoccidioides Complex. Histoplasma capsulatum. Coccidioides immitis / C. posadasii . Fusarium spp. Aspergillus spp. Pneumocystis jiroveci . Rhodotorula.

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Book SynopsisThere is an urgent need to develop and integrate new statistical, mathematical, visualization, and computational models with the ability to analyze Big Data in order to retrieve useful information to aid clinicians in accurately diagnosing and treating patients. The main focus of this book is to review and summarize state-of-the-art big data and deep learning approaches to analyze and integrate multiple data types for the creation of a decision matrix to aid clinicians in the early diagnosis and identification of high risk patients for human diseases and disorders. Leading researchers will contribute original research book chapters analyzing efforts to solve these important problems.Table of ContentsBig Data Applications in Lung Research. Artificial convolution neural network techniques and applications for big data of lung for nodule detection. Deep learning with non-medical training used for pathology identification in big data chest images. Unsupervised pre-training across image domains improves lung tissue classification in lung big data sets. Holistic classification of CT attenuation patterns for interstitial lung diseases via deep convolutional neural networks in big data sets of CT Lungs. Big Data Applications in Colon Research. A comprehensive computer-aided polyp detection system for big data colonoscopy videos. Automatic polyp detection in big data colonoscopy videos using an ensemble of convolutional neural networks. A new 2.5 D representation for lymph node detection using random sets of deep convolutional neural network observations in big data colonoscopy. Off-the-shelf convolutional neural network features for pulmonary nodule detection in big data computed tomography scans. Big Data Applications in Breast Cancer. Mitosis detection in big data breast cancer histology images with deep neural networks. Convolutional neural networks for mass lesion classification in big data mammography. Standard plane localization in fetal ultrasound via domain transferred deep neural networks in large ultrasound data sets. Unregistered multiview analysis with pre-trained deep learning models in large mammographic data sets. Big Data Applications in Brain Imaging. Brain tumor segmentation with deep neural networks using big data sets. Deep convolutional neural networks for multi-modality isointense infant brain image segmentation in big data MRI images. Deep neural networks segment neuronal membranes in electron microscopy images. Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosis by Adaptation of 3D Convolutional Network in large MRI brain images. Computer-aided pulmonary embolism detection using a novel vessel-aligned multi-planar image representation and convolutional neural networks. Big Data Applications in Heart Imaging. Automating carotid intima-media thickness video interpretation with convolutional neural networks. Interleaved text/image deep mining on a very large-scale radiology database. Fine-tuned convolutional neural nets for cardiac MRI acquisition plane recognition in big data sets. Left ventricle segmentation from cardiac MRI combining level set methods with deep belief networks in large MRI populations. Big Data Applications in Urology and Abdomen Imaging. A New NMF-Autoencoder Based CAD System for Early Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer by considering big data sets. Image-Based Computer-Aided Diagnosis for Early Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer in large data sets. Deep convolutional networks for pancreas segmentation in large scale CT imaging. A Promising Non-invasive CAD System for Kidney Function Assessment.

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Book SynopsisARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR BONE DISORDER The authors have produced an invaluable resource that connects the fields of AI and bone treatment by providing essential insights into the current state and future of AI in bone condition diagnosis and therapy, as well as a methodical examination of machine learning algorithms, deep learning approaches, and their real-world uses. The book explores the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the diagnosis and treatment of various bone illnesses. The integration of AI approaches in the fields of orthopedics, radiography, tissue engineering, and other areas related to bone are discussed in detail. It covers tissue engineering methods for bone regeneration and investigates the use of AI tools in this area, emphasizing the value of deep learning and how to use AI in tissue engineering efficiently. The book also covers diagnostic and prognostic uses of AI in orthopedics, such as the diagnosis of disorders involving the hip and knee as well as prognoTable of ContentsForeword xi Preface xiii 1 Artificial Intelligence and Bone Fracture Detection: An Unexpected Alliance 1 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 Bone Fracture 3 1.3 Deep Learning and Its Significance in Radiology 4 1.4 Role of AI in Bone Fracture Detection and Its Application 6 1.5 Primary Machine Learning-Based Algorithm in Bone Fracture Detection 9 1.6 Deep Learning-Based Techniques for Fracture Detection 13 1.7 Conclusion 18 2 Integrating AI With Tissue Engineering: The Next Step in Bone Regeneration 25 2.1 Introduction 25 2.2 Anatomy and Biology of Bone 26 2.3 Bone Regeneration Mechanism 28 2.4 Understanding AI 35 2.5 Current AI Integration 39 2.6 Applying Deep Learning 42 2.7 Conclusion 46 3 Deep Supervised Learning on Radiological Images to Classify Bone Fractures: A Novel Approach 59 3.1 Introduction 59 3.2 Common Bone Disorder 62 3.3 Deep Supervised Learning's Importance in Orthopedics and Radiology 63 3.4 Perspective From the Past 63 3.5 Essential Deep Learning Methods for Bone Imaging 65 3.6 Strategies for Effective Annotation 69 3.7 Application of Deep Learning to the Detection of Fractures 69 3.8 Conclusion 73 4 Treatment of Osteoporosis and the Use of Digital Health Intervention 79 4.1 Introduction 79 4.2 Opportunistic Diagnosis of Osteoporosis 82 4.3 Predictive Models 85 4.4 Assessment of Fracture Risk and Osteoporosis Diagnosis by Digital Health 90 4.5 Clinical Decision Support Tools, Reminders, and Prompts for Spotting Osteoporosis in Digital Health Settings 91 4.6 The Role of Digital Health in Facilitating Patient Education, Decision, and Conversation 93 4.7 Conclusion 95 5 Utilizing AI to Improve Orthopedic Care 105 5.1 Introduction 105 5.2 What is AI? 106 5.3 Introduction to Machine Learning: Algorithms and Applications 109 5.4 Natural Language Processing 114 5.5 The Internet of Things 115 5.6 Prospective AI Advantages in Orthopedics 116 5.7 Diagnostic Application of AI 118 5.8 Prediction Application With AI 121 5.9 Conclusion 124 6 Significance of Artificial Intelligence in Spinal Disorder Treatment 133 6.1 Introduction 133 6.2 Machine Learning 135 6.3 Methods Derived From Statistics 137 6.4 Applications of Machine Learning in Spine Surgery 143 6.5 Application of AI and ML in Spine Research 147 6.6 Conclusion 156 7 Osteoporosis Biomarker Identification and Use of Machine Learning in Osteoporosis Treatment 169 7.1 Introduction 169 7.2 Biomarkers of Bone Development 172 7.3 Biomarkers for Bone Resorption 175 7.4 Regulators of Bone Turnover 179 7.5 Methods to Identify Osteoporosis 180 7.6 Conclusion 187 8 The Role of AI in Pediatric Orthopedics 197 8.1 Introduction 197 8.2 Strategy Based on Artificial Intelligence 200 8.3 Several Applications of Artificial Intelligence 207 8.4 Conclusion 212 9 Use of Artificial Intelligence in Imaging for Bone Cancer 219 9.1 Introduction 219 9.2 Applications of Machine Learning to Cancer Diagnosis 223 9.3 Artificial Intelligence Methods for Diagnosing Bone Cancer 226 9.4 Methodologies for Constructing Deep Learning Model 227 9.5 Clinical Image Applications of Deep Learning for Bone Tumors 229 9.6 Conclusion 236 References 236 Index 245

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Book SynopsisThisCD provides an opportunity for cardiologists and health care professionals to test and expand their knowledge of essential vascular laboratory testing procedures. It includes a bank of case histories with associated multiple-choice questions. Extensive feedback is provided for both correct and incorrect answers selected.Trade Review"The purpose is to present an updated overview of the modern methods used in the diagnosis of peripheral vascular diseases. The authors have accomplished this goal in a concise and instructive manner" (Samer F Najjar, MD, @Doody's Review Service)Table of ContentsList of Contributors. Foreword. Preface. Part I: Principles and Instrumentation. Chapter 1. Principles of Vascular Laboratory testing (Marie Gerhard-Herman). Chapter 2. Instrumentation (Michael R. Jaff and Emile R. Mohler III). Part II: Cerebrovascular. Chapter 3. Neurosonology (Eric Edward Smith, Karen Lisa Furie, Ferdinando S. Buonanno, Madhu B. Vijayappa and J. Philip Kistler). Chapter 4. Extracranial Carotid and Vertebral Artery Evaluation (Marie Gerhard-Herman). Part III: Aorta. Chapter 5. Thoracic Aorta Imaging (Paul A. Tunick and Itzhak Kronzon). Chapter 6. Abdominal Aorta Imaging (Emile R. Mohler III). Part IV: Renal and Visceral. Chapter 7. Renal Artery Duplex Ultrasonography (Michael R. Jaff). Chapter 8. Visceral Duplex Ultrasonography (Thanila A. Macedo). Part V: Extremity Arterial. Chapter 9. Segmental Pressures and Pulse Volume recordings (Emile R. Mohler III). Chapter 10. Peripheral Arterial Ultrasonography (Marie Gerhard_Herman and Emile R. Mohler III). Chapter 11. Thoracic Outlet Evaluation (Edward Y. Woo, Julia T. Davis an Jeffrey P. Carpenter). Part VI: Acquired and Congenital Malformations. Chapter 12. Complications of Femoral Arterial Vascular Access (Itzhak Kronzon and Paul A. Tunick). Chapter 13. Doppler of the Hemodialysis Fistula (Mark E. Lockhart and Michelle L. Robbin). Part VII: Venous. Chapter 14. Upper Extremity Venous Ultrasonography (Marie Gerhard_Herman). Chapter 15. Lower Extremity Venous Ultrasonography (John Gocke). Part VIII: CTA and MRA of the Vascular System. Chapter 16. Computerized Tomographic Angiography (Corey K. Goldman). Chapter 17. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Sanjay Rajagopalan). Appendix 1: Appropriate ICD-9 Codes for Vascular Laboratory Tests. Appendix 2: Example of Venous Duplex Protocol. Index.

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Book SynopsisFrom abdominal pain and bradycardia to uveitis and white cell counts, this pocket guide provides rapid facts for use in everyday clinical practice. Rapid Differential Diagnosis is the second title in the Rapid series and is an ideal companion volume to Rapid Medicine.Trade ReviewPublished Reviews of the 1st Edition "...is a good book to refer to if you are revising for finals as it has concise short entries which aid revision and retention of knowledge.Saying that, it would be a handy book to have on you whilst on clinical placements because its alphabetical organisation makes it easy to access information quickly." (5th Year Medical Student, Liverpool Medical School, Sphincter, December 2003) "...it is a clear and concise whilst also being accurate and comprehensive...this book is an ideal 'ward round companion'...and its clear, succinct and memorable format would make it an excellent revision aid." (Medical Student, Guy's, King's, St. Thomas' Medical School, GKT Gazette, January 2004) "It certainly is exhaustive and I would defy even the most determined interrogator to ask you a differential that this book could not answer." (Oxford Medical School Gazette, vol. 54 (1)) "A great book if you are a lover of lists and a handy reference for PBL style teaching...all in all a good book to have." (North Wing, Sheffield Medics Magazine, Winter 2004)Table of ContentsForeword. List of Abbreviations. Differential Diagnoses.

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Book SynopsisThis brand new text, is an essential practical guide for junior doctors and medical students making the transition from medical school to life on the wards. . ''I think that this book is an excellent idea.'' 4th year medical student The hands-on guide to imaging takes a systems focused approach and is very easy to consult when on the job. Written to help you get the most of your Radiology department, this book gives you: Pointers on how to evaluate the appropriate Radiology required Reference on patient care and preparation Guidance on analysing results and patient feedback Advice on following the correct procedures The best information about imaging techniques 150 detailed images Help on how to deal effectively with the Radiology department Health and Safety advice Table of ContentsList of contributors. Foreword. Preface. Acknowledgements. Abbreviations.. Chapter 1 Making Best Use of the Radiology Department. Chapter 2 Imaging Techniques. Chapter 3 Respiratory system. Chapter 4 Cardiovascular System. Chapter 5 The Upper Gastrointestinal Tract. Chapter 6 The Lower Gastrointestinal Tract. Chapter 7 Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Imaging. Chapter 8 The Breast. Chapter 9 Musculoskeletal System. Chapter 10 The Neck. Chapter 11 The Urogenital Tract. Chapter 12 Central Nervous System. Index.

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Book SynopsisNeurology is primarily characterized by a variety of diseases which seem very similar and are therefore difficult to distinguish between. Skill at differential diagnosis is therefore absolutely paramount. Neurological Differential Diagnosis is a streamlined handbook of prioritized differential diagnosis, to be used both in clinical practice and for exam review. By presenting differential diagnosis in order of frequency and importance, this book provides a practical handbook for clinicians in training, as well as a potential resource for quick board review. Whilst the book covers the most important syndromes and disease entities, readers are referred to other texts for more exhaustive differentials. By limiting differentials in this way - to the most likely and most serious diagnoses - the reader can more easily recall relevant disease processes when faced with a particular clinical situation, whether it be a patient in the emergency room or a diffTrade Review"This is a "pearl" of a book for any clinician who is asked to assess patients with symptoms or signs suggestive of a neurological disorder, including neurologists, internists, geriatricians, neurosurgeons, psychiatrists, general practitioners, trainees, and students. Neurological Differential Diagnosis will enlighten clinicians on the most likely and important differential diagnoses to consider and exclude, and guide appropriate and cost-effective investigations. The book has a unique format; it is the only book I know to list differential diagnoses according to what is most common in patients of the same demographic and what is potentially the most lethal and disabling. This hierarchy of differential diagnoses is clearly and consistently presented (eg, in bold and italicised text) throughout the book. Associated relevant background information for each symptom, syndrome, or disorder is well presented (in shaded boxes) with the list of differential diagnoses. Welcome chapters on paediatric neurology, neurogenetics, neuroradiology, diagnostic tests, neuroanatomy, and neuropathology are included. Although few references are given, the book seems to be valid, based on a wealth of clinical experience coupled with best evidence from the available literature. Even after practising clinical neurology for more than 20 years, I have already dipped into this book on several occasions to help me with tricky patients, and I have to remind my neurology residents and registrars, and colleagues in the accident and emergency department, to return it." --Graeme J Hankey (The Lancet Neurology, Vol 4 November 2005)Table of ContentsForeword. Preface. Acknowledgements. How to Use this Book. 1. Neuroanatomy and Neuropathology. 2. Clinical Syndromes. 3. Vascular Neurology. 4. Paroxysmal Disorders. 5. Neuropsychiatry and Dementia. 6. Movement Disorders. 7. Infectious, Inflammatory, and Demyelinating Disorders. 8. Peripheral Neurology. 9. Neuro-ophthalmology and Neuro-otology. 10. Neuro-oncology. 11. Pediatric Neurology. 12. Neurogenetics. 13. Neuroradiology. 14. Spinal Cord Disorders. 15. Diagnostic Tests. Appendix A. Clinical Pearls. Appendix B. Abbreviations. Index.

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Book SynopsisAssessing and managing the acutely ill adult surgical patient focuses on major surgical conditions and interventions commonly encountered in District General Hospitals which potentially require intensive monitoring and intervention.Trade Review"The book provides a clear overview of the patient's perioperative experience which informs the reader of all pertinent issues and would be of value as a departmental resource for use by all perioperative staff." (Open Forum, December 2008) "This book will be a welcome addition to library shelves, and it provides a useful resource for nurses working in a range of surgical areas." (Nursing Standard) "Aimed at newly qualified staff, operating department practitioners and adult nursing students." (Science Direct)Table of ContentsPART 1: PRINCIPLES OF CARING FOR ACUTE SURGICAL PATIENTS. 1. Pre-Operative assessment and preparation. 2. The Peri-Operative Phase. 3. Post-Operative Recovery. 4. Post-Operative Pain Management. 5. Psychosocial Aspects of Surgery. PART 2: SURGICAL SPECIALITIES. 6. Head and Neck Surgery. 7. Vascular Surgery. 8. Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery. 9. Surgery of the Lower Gastrointestinal Tract. 10. Urological Surgery. 11. Women’s Health. 12. Orthopaedic Surgery. 13. Identifying and Managing Life-Threatening Situations. 14. Self-Test Answers

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Book SynopsisThis unique book presents a framework for the strategy and methodology of diagnostic research, in relation to its relevance for practice. Now in its second edition The Evidence Base of Clinical Diagnosis has been fully revised and extended with new chapters covering the STARD guidelines (STAndards for the Reporting of Diagnostic accuracy studies) and the multivariable analysis of diagnostic data. With contributions from leading international experts in evidence-based medicine, this book is an indispensable guide on how to conduct and interpret studies in clinical diagnosis. It will serve as a valuable resource for all investigators who want to embark on diagnostic research and for clinicians, practitioners and students who want to learn more about its principles and the relevant methodological options available.Trade Review"An invaluable reference ophthalmologists involved in conduting or interpreting studies on diagnostic research." (Eye News, 1 October 2010)“ This is a thorough compilation of clinical research methods and practices.” (Doody's Reviews, March 2009)Table of ContentsList of Contributors, vii Preface, xi 1 General introduction: evaluation of diagnostic procedures, 1 J. Andre Knottnerus, Frank Buntinx, and Chris van Weel 2 The architecture of diagnostic research, 20 R. Brian Haynes and John J. You 3 Assessment of the accuracy of diagnostic tests: the cross-sectional study, 42 J. Andre Knottnerus and Jean W. Muris 4 Diagnostic testing and prognosis: the randomized controlled trial in test evaluation research, 63 Jeroen G. Lijmer and Patrick M. M. Bossuyt 5 The diagnostic before–after study to assess clinical impact, 83 J. Andre Knottnerus, Geert-Jan Dinant, and Onno P. Van Schayck 6 Designing studies to ensure that estimates of test accuracy will travel, 96 Les M. Irwig, Patrick M. M. Bossuyt, Paul P. Glasziou, Constantine Gatsonis, and Jeroen G. Lijmer 7 Analysis of data on the accuracy of diagnostic tests, 118 J. Dik F. Habbema, Rene Eijkemans, Pieta Krijnen, and J. Andre Knottnerus 8 Multivariable analysis in diagnostic accuracy studies: what are the possibilities?, 146 Frank Buntinx, Bert Aertgeerts, Marc Aerts, Rudi Bruyninckx, J. Andre Knottnerus, Ann van den Bruel, and Jef van den Ende 9 Standards for reporting on diagnostic accuracy studies, 167 Patrick M. M. Bossuyt and Nynke Smidt 10 Guidelines for conducting systematic reviews of studies evaluating the accuracy of diagnostic tests, 180 Frank Buntinx, Bert Aertgeerts, and Petra Macaskill 11 Producing and using clinical prediction rules, 213 Tom Fahey and Johan van der Lei 12 Clinical problem solving and diagnostic decision making: a selective review of the cognitive research literature, 237 Alan Schwartz and Arthur S. Elstein 13 Improving test ordering and its diagnostic cost-effectiveness in clinical practice—bridging the gap between clinical research and routine health care, 256 Ron Winkens, Trudy van der Weijden, Hans Severens, and Geert-Jan Dinant 14 Epilogue: overview of evaluation strategy and challenges, 273 J. Andre Knottnerus, Ann van den Bruel, and Frank Buntinx Index, 285

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Book SynopsisThis scenario-based text provides answers to urgent and emergent questions in acute, emergency, and critical care situations focusing on the electrocardiogram in patient care management.Trade Review"This book is written by the emergency physician for the emergency physician and it would appeal to any avid, competitive ECG collector who will find it value for money." (Cardiology News, 1 October 2011) “I loved this book and excitedly read bits aloud as I scanned the chapters. It was the combination of a scholarly approach combined with a down-to-earth discussion of patient management that was so appealing.” (British Journal of Cardiac Nursing, September 2009)Table of ContentsSection Editors vii Contributors viii Preface xi Forewords xii Part 1 The ECG in Clinical Practice 1 1 What are the clinical applications of the ECG in emergency and critical care? 3 2 What are the indications for the ECG in the pediatric emergency department? 12 3 What are the limitations of the ECG in clinical practice? 19 4 Is the ECG indicated in stable non-cardiac patients admitted to the hospital? 24 5 What is the use of the ECG in preoperative assessment and cardiovascular risk stratification? 28 6 Which patients benefit from continuous electrocardiographic monitoring during hospitalization? 33 Part 2 The ECG in Cardinal Presentations 39 7 How should the ECG be used in the syncope patient? 41 8 How should the ECG be used in the chest pain patient? 49 9 How should the ECG be used in the dyspneic patient? 58 10 How should the ECG be used in the patient with altered mentation? 64 11 How should the ECG be used in the patient during and following cardiac arrest? 69 12 What is the impact/proper role of the ECG in the undifferentiated cardiorespiratory failure patient? 75 Part 3 The ECG in ACS 83 13 What is the role of the ECG in ACS? 85 14 What pseudoinfarction patterns mimic ST elevation myocardial infarction? 92 15 What ECG changes might myocardial ischemia cause other than ST segment elevation or Q waves and what are the differential diagnoses of these changes? 103 16 What is a hyperacute T Wave? 115 17 What is the significance of Q waves? 122 18 What are the ECG indications for additional electrocardiographic leads (including electrocardiographic body-surface mapping) in chest pain patients? 128 19 What further diagnostic adjuncts to the standard 12-lead ECG may help to diagnose ACS? 138 20 Is serial electrocardiography (serial ECGs and ST segment monitoring) of value in the ECG diagnosis of ACS? 148 21 What QRS complex abnormalities result in ST segment elevation that may mimic or obscure AMI? 155 22 What are the electrocardiographically silent areas of the heart? 167 23 What is the value of the prehospital acquired 12-lead Ecg? 176 24 What are the electrocardiographic indications for reperfusion therapy? 182 25 What are the ECG manifestations of reperfusion and reocclusion? 195 26 Does localization of the anatomic segment/identification of the infarct-related artery affect early care? 204 27 Can the ECG be used to predict cardiovascular risk and acute complications in ACS? 216 Part 4 The Dysrhythmic ECG 231 28 Can the electrocardiogram determine the rhythm diagnosis in narrow complex tachycardia? 233 29 Can the ECG guide treatment of narrow QRS tachycardia? 244 30 How can the ECG guide the diagnosis and management of wide complex tachycardias? 251 31 Can the ECG guide management in the patient with bradydysrhythmias? 267 32 What are the electrocardiographic indications for temporary cardiac pacing? 276 33 Can the ECG accurately diagnose pacemaker malfunction and/or complication? 284 34 How can the ECG guide acute therapy in the Wolff Parkinson White (WPW) patient? 295 35 What is the role of the ECG in PEA cardiac arrest scenarios? 303 Part 5 The ECG in Critical Care 315 36 What is the role of the ECG in the critically ill non-coronary patient? 317 37 Can the ECG distinguish between coronary and non-coronary etiologies in the critically ill patient? 326 38 What is the role of the ECG in therapeutic considerations/ medical management decisions in the critically ill patient? 335 39 Can the ECG predict risk in the critically ill noncoronary patient? 345 40 What is the proper role of the ECG in the evaluation of patients with suspected PE? 354 41 What is the role and impact of the ECG in the patient with hyperkalemia? 362 42 What is the role and impact of the ECG in the patient with electrolyte abnormalities other than hyperkalemia? 371 43 What is the role of the ECG in the hypothermic patient? 378 44 What are the non-ACS “deadly” ECG presentations? 384 Part 6 The Toxicologic ECG 395 45 How useful is the ECG in the evaluation of the poisoned patient? 397 46 Can the ECG guide management in the critically ill poisoned patient? 402 47 Do characteristics of the QRS complex in the poisoned patient correlate with outcome? 407 48 What is the treatment for wide complex dysrhythmias in the poisoned patient? 412 Part 7 Electrocardiogaphic Differential Diagnosis 417 49 What is the ECG differential diagnosis of ST segment elevation? 419 50 What is the ECG differential diagnosis of ST segment depression? 428 51 What is the ECG differential diagnosis of the abnormal T wave? 436 52 What is the ECG differential diagnosis of narrow complex tachycardia? 444 53 What is the ECG differential diagnosis of wide complex tachycardia? 452 54 What is the ECG differential diagnosis of bradycardia? 461 55 What is the ECG differential diagnosis of the abnormally wide or large QRS complex? 469 56 What is the ECG differential diagnosis of a prolonged QT interval? 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Book SynopsisRapid Assessment of the Acutely Ill Patient sets out the principles and practices needed for early recognition and assessment of patients either at risk of or showing signs of acute deterioration, or those recently relocated from higher levels of care.Table of ContentsForeword vi Preface viii 1. Why Rapid Assessment Is Essential for Ward Staff 1 2. Track and Trigger Systems: Early Warning Scores, Calling Criteria and Rapid Response Teams 13 3. Assessment Techniques 30 4. A–B–C–D–E: Airway Assessment and Management Techniques 43 5. A-B-C-D-E: Breathing (and Failure to Breathe) 61 6. A–B–C–D–E: Circulation (and Circulatory Failure) 98 7. A–B–C–D–E: Acute Neurological Care (Disability) 153 8. A–B–C–D–E: Everything that Should Be Considered for Other Potential Problems 181 9. Patient-centred Care, Team Working and Communication 198 Appendix 1: Acid–Base Balance and Arterial Blood Gases 221 Appendix 2: Oxygen Delivery Devices 227 Index 232

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Book SynopsisBridging the clinical electrophysiological investigation with the neurological consultation Acutely ill patients present with symptoms that don't immediately yield a diagnosis. Electrophysiological testing can support diagnosis but only if the appropriate tests are ordered. They must be properly interpreted in conjunction with the actual symptoms. Clinical Electrophysiology presents a wide range of symptoms with specific electrophysiological results. The handbook shows how the complete picture leads to better diagnostic, prognostic or therapeutic conclusions. The book is organized by the presenting neurological problem in a clinical setting. For each case the authors provide a possible electrophysiological result. This is interpreted and tied to the patient's symptoms to yield a clinical solution. The handbook avoids theoretical discussion to provide a direct practical guide that: Begins with the patient's symptoms Uses a range of electropTrade Review"It would be a useful reference in that setting because it presents classic examples of entities that clinicians are most likely to encounter in an inpatient setting." (Doody's, 30 September 2011) "In conclusion, Kaplan and Nguyen have bravely created a book "in the middle", between a detailed electrophysiology textbook (a "comprehensive tome"), a case book, and an atlas; this book is worth reading, but probably not during rounds." (The Lancet Neurology, 1 April 2011) Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction. Part 1: Central Nervous System Disorders. Section A: Altered consciousness: confusion, delirium and unresponsiveness; agitation hallucination and abnormal behavior. 1. Diffuse and frontal fast activity—beta. 2. Diffuse slow activity—theta. 3. Diffuse slow activity—delta. 4. Frontal intermittent rhythmic delta activity. 5. Occipital intermittent rhythmic delta activity. 6. Triphasic waves. 7. Low-voltage fast record without dominant alpha frequencies. 8. Alpha coma. 9. Spindle coma. 10. Low-voltage suppressed pattern. 11. Burst/suppression. 12. Diffuse slowing—toxic encephalopathy—baclofen. 13. Diffuse slowing—metabolic encephalopathy—lithium. 14. Diffuse slowing—metabolic encephalopathy—hypoglycemia. 15. Diffuse slowing—limbic encephalopathy. 16. Focal arrhythmic (polymorphic) delta activity. Section B: Periodic patterns of epileptiform discharges, or seizures. 17. Pseudoperiodic lateralized epileptiform discharges. 18. Bilateral independent pseudoperiodic epileptiform discharges. 19. Generalized periodic epileptiform discharges. Part 2: Seizures. Section A: The Diagnosis of confusional events due to seizures. 20. Frontal lobe simple and complex partial seizures. 21. Temporal lobe simple and complex partial seizures. 22. Parietal lobe simple partial seizures. 23. Occipital lobe simple partial seizures. Section B: Status epilepticus. 24. Complex partial status epilepticus—frontal. 25. Complex partial status epilepticus—temporal. 26. Simple partial status epilepticus—parietal. 27. Simple partial status epilepticu—occipital. 28. Generalized nonconvulsive status epilepticus. Part 3: Conditions of Prolonged Unresponsiveness. Section A: Locked-in syndrome, minimally conscious state, vegetative state, and coma: disorders of consciousness and responsiveness. 29. Clinical definitions of impaired responsiveness. Section B: Prolonged unresponsive states. 30. Locked-in syndrome—brainstem hemorrhage. 31. Vegetative state—postanoxia. 32. Minimally conscious state—after large, multifocal strokes. 33. Catatonia—psychogenic unresponsiveness/conversion disorder. 34. Somatosensory evoked potential Prognosis in anoxic coma. 35. Somatosensory evoked potential Prognosis in head trauma. Section C: Evoked Potentials in Consultative Neurology. 36. Somatosensory evoked potentials in midbrain lesion—absent cortical responses. 37. Somatosensory evoked potentials in diffuse cortical anoxic injury—absent cortical and subcortical responses. 38. Somatosensory evoked potentials in prolonged cardiac arrest—absence of all waves above the brachial plexus. 39. Somatosensory evoked potentials after prolonged cardiac arrest—absence of all responses except cervical N9. 40. Somatosensory evoked potentials—median and tibial after traumatic spinal cord injury. 41. Visual evoked potentials in worsening vision. 42. Brainstem auditory evoked potentials—in worsening hearing. Part 4: Peripheral Nervous System Disease. Section A: weakness and/or respiratory failure in ICU and on the ward. 43. Causes of paralysis and respiratory failure in the ICU. 44. The clinical evaluation of neuromuscular disorders. 45. Laboratory evaluation of neuromuscular disorders. Section B: Segmental weakness and/or sensory loss. 46. Evaluation of segmental peripheral neurological disorders. Section C: Respiratory failure/diffuse weakness. 47. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis/motor neuropathy. 48. Critical Illness neuromyopathy. 49. Brachial plexopathy. 50. Femoral neuropathy. 51. Sensory neuropathy/ganglionopathy. 52. Lumbar radiculopathy. 53. Guillain-Barre´ Syndrome—demyelinating polyneuropathy. 54. Myasthenia gravis—neuromuscular junction. 55. Myositis—irritable myopathy. 56. Statin-induced myopathy—toxic myopathy/myalgia. Part 5: The Casebook of Clinical/Neurophysiology Consults. 57. Occipital blindness and seizures—why? 58. Unresponsiveness—coma, vegetative state, or locked-in state? 59. Unresponsiveness—organic or psychogenic? 60. Patient with a frontal brain tumor—psychiatric depression, paranoia, tumor growth, or status epilepticus? 61. Patient with idiopathic generalized epilepsy on valproate—Metabolic encephalopathy or status epilepticus? 62. Unresponsiveness—psychogenic, encephalopathy, or limbic encephalitis? 63. Respiratory weakness—toxic or metabolic? 64. Failure to wean from a ventilator/internal ophthalmoplegia—bulbar dysfunction, neuromuscular junction problem, or polyneuropathy? 65. Progressive sensory loss and painful gait—radiculopathy, toxic or infectious neuropathy, or myopathy? 66. Slowly progressive leg and arm weakness—radiculopathy, plexopathy, ALS, or CIDP/AMN? 67. Progressive thigh pain and leg weakness—radiculopathy, vasculitis, neuropathy, or amyotrophy? Index.

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Book SynopsisThe heart-wrenchingly honest new book about life and death from forensic pathologist and bestselling author of UNNATURAL CAUSES, Dr Richard ShepherdA TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR''Deeply insightful. Unflinching'' THE TIMES''A finely-crafted detective story'' DAILY TELEGRAPH''Enlightening, strangely uplifting'' DAILY MAIL''Fascinating'' DAILY EXPRESS_________Dr Richard Shepherd, a medical detective and Britain''s top forensic pathologist, shares twenty-four of his most intriguing, enlightening and never-before-told cases.These autopsies, spanning the seven ages of human existence, uncover the secrets not only of how a person died, but also of how they lived.From old to young, murder to misadventure, and illness to accidental death, each body has something to reveal - about its owner''s life story, how we age, justice, society, the certainty oTrade ReviewThis sequel is more ruminative, more meditative . . . Full of sharp observations about what life and death do to the human body * The Times, A BOOK OF THE YEAR *Enlightening, strangely uplifting . . . Shepherd's final chapter on death itself is a meditation of great beauty and light which puts all the darkness of the previous pages into perspective * Daily Mail *Each chapter is like a finely crafted detective story in which he expands on the causes of death as revealed by the post mortem, or the hidden reasons that precipitated it. Some are ordinary, others extraordinary. Shepherd writes beautifully, and despite its subject, the book is very funny in parts * Daily Telegraph *Deeply insightful . . . Shepherd is unflinching in his self-dissection * The Times *Fascinating * Daily Express *Fascinating. He has the ability to examine himself and other people with the same forensic eye that he applies to corpses - one of the reasons why his books feel so life-enhancing * Daily Telegraph *Grippingly elegiac yet wonderfully life-affirming, full of pithy observations about the inexorability of death and the marvels of existence -- Felicia Yap, author of Future Perfect * Daily Express *Praise for Dr Richard Shepherd * - *One of the most fascinating books I have read in a long time. Engrossing, a haunting page-turner. A book I could not put down * The Times *Heart-wrenchingly honestGripping, grimly fascinating, and I suspect I'll read it at least twice * Evening Standard *A deeply mesmerising memoir of forensic pathology. Human and fascinatingAn absolutely brilliant book. I really recommend it, I don't often say that but it's fascinatingPuts the reader at his elbow as he wields the scalpel * The Guardian *Fascinating, insightful, candid, compassionate * Observer *Heart-wrenchingly honest * Mail Online *

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Book SynopsisMaintaining the first edition's unique parallel to the strategy used by pathologists and pulmonologists to arrive at a patient's diagnosis in daily practice, Diagnostic Pulmonary Pathology starts with the patient and their biopsy findings, directing the pathologist or clinician to the proper diagnosis. With many advances in pulmonary pathology, radiology, and pulmonary medicine, this new edition provides thorough updates in: progress in classification and diagnosis of interstitial lung diseases evolution of our understanding of pre-neoplastic lesions technology in histopathology molecular pathology thoracic radiology Written by contributing doctors who are at the forefront of recent advancements, Diagnostic Pulmonary Pathology: Table of ContentsTransbronchial Biopsies: Clinical Perspective. Endobronchial and Transbronchial Biopsies. Pediatric Lung Biopsy. Interstitial Lymphocytic Infiltrates. Interstitial Fibrosis, Predominately Mature. Clinical and Radiologic Diagnosis of Interstitial Infiltrates. Interstitial and Intraalveolar Fibrosis, Preominately Immature. Intraalveolar Exudates/Inflitrates. Clinical and Radiologic Diagnosis of Intraalveolar Infiltrates and Exudates. Pulmonary Eosinophilia. Clinical Diagnosis of Pulmonary Eosinophilia. Small Airway Lesions. Pulmonary Hemorrhage. Pulmonary Hemorrhage. Clinical and Radiologic Diagnosis of Pulmonary Hemorrhage. Granulomas and Granulomatous Inflammation. Clinical and Radiologic Diagnosis and Types of Granulomas. Enlarged Airspaces. Pulmonary Vascular Lesions. Vasculitis. Clinical and Radiological Diagnosis of Pulmonary Vascular Disease. Diagnostic Approach to the Patient with Necrosis on Lung Biopsy. Transplant-Related Pathology. Clinical Diagnosis of Transplant-Related Problems. Intra- and Extracellular Structures. Molecular Diagnosis of Infections. Nonmalignant Versus Malignant Proliferations on Lung biopsy. Preneoplastic and Preinvasive Lesions. Clinical Diagnosis of Pulmonary Neoplasms. Radiologic Diagnosis of Pulmonary Neoplasms. Nonmalignant vs. Malignant Proliferations on Pleural Biopsy. Clinical Diagnosis of Pleural Disease. Radiologic Diagnosis of Pleural Disease. Malignant Epithelial Neoplasms. Differential Diagnosis of Neuroendocrine Lung Neoplasms. Benign Epithelial Neoplasms of the Distal Lobular Unit of the Lung. Spindle-Cell Neoplasms of Lung and Pleura. Biphasic Pulmonary Neoplasms. Uncommon Endobronchial Neoplasms. Localized Pleural Tumors. Molecular Diagnostics of Pulmonary Neoplasms. Molecular Diagnostics of Pleural Neoplasms.

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Book SynopsisA fascinating history of the first attempts to computerize medical diagnosis. Beginning in the 1950s, interdisciplinary teams of physicians, engineers, mathematicians, and philosophers began to explore the possible application of a new digital technology to one of the most central, and vexed, tasks of medicine: diagnosis. In Digitizing Diagnosis, Andrew Lea examines these effortsand the larger questions, debates, and transformations that emerged in their wake. While surveying the continuities spanning the analog and digital worlds of medicine, Lea uncovers how the introduction of the computer to medical diagnosis reconfigured the identities of patients, diseases, and physicians. Debates about how and whether to apply computers to the problem of diagnosis, he demonstrates, were animated by larger concerns about the nature of medical reasoning, the definitions of disease, and the authority and identity of physicians and patients. In their attempts to digitize diagnosis, these interdiTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsIntroductionPart I: Patient1. Indexing the World2. The Statistical PatientPart II: Disease3. The Disease Concept Incarnate4. The Medical MindPart III: Physician5. MYCIN Explains Itself6. "Hidden in the Code"ConclusionAbbreviations of Cited Archival SourcesIndexNotes

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Book SynopsisImprove your skills in visual diagnosis Speed and accuracy of diagnosis is the key to saving lives in emergency and critical care medicine. Careful visual inspection of the patient, the data (radiography, electrocardiogram), and related clues can often help providers choose the right diagnosis and ultimately the best treatment but this knowledge comes with experience. This book provides 110 randomly presented visual diagnosis cases for self-testing, imitating real-life situations found in the emergency department setting. Written by distinguished emergency and critical care physicians, and thoroughly revised and updated throughout, this second edition includes 25% new cases and is an ideal aid for trainees preparing for Board examinations as well as an invaluable refresher' for qualified emergency and critical care providers.This title is also available as a mobile App from MedHand Mobile Libraries. Buy it now from Trade Review“Image quality, a critical aspect of a work of this type, and succinct but clear presentations, make this book successful.” (Doody’s, 27 April 2012) "These discrepancies detract only slightly from the overall quality of the book, however, and it can be recommended for purchase by any ED library." (Emergency Nurse, 1 December 2011) Table of ContentsList of contributors ix Foreword xii Preface xiv Illustration credits xv Part I Case Presentations and Questions 1 1 Slash Wound to the Neck 3Kevin S. Barlotta MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 2 “I’ve Got Blood in My Eye” 3Chris S. Bergstrom MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 3 Forearm Fracture After Falling 4Alexander B. Baer MD 4 A Neonate with Fever and Rash 4David L. Eldridge MD 5 A Missing Button Battery 5Brendan G. Carr MD and Sarah E. Winters MD MSCE 6 Anorexia Hair Loss and Fingernail Bands 6Christopher P. Holstege MD 7 Wide Complex Tachycardia in a Young Adult 6William J. Brady MD 8 Wide Complex Tachycardia in an Older Male Patient 7William J. Brady MD 9 Muscle Spasms Following a Spider Bite 8J. Michael Kowalski DO and Adam K. Rowden DO 10 Necrotic Skin Lesion 8David A. Kasper DO MBA Aradhna Saxena MD and Kenneth A. Katz MD 11 Intense Pain Following High-pressure Injection Injury 9David T. Lawrence DO 12 Prenatal Vitamin Overdose 9Christopher P. Holstege MD and Adriana I. Goldberg MD 13 Blurred Vision Following Yard Work 10Allyson Kreshak MD 14 Foot Pain in a Gymnast 11Hoi K. Lee MD 15 A Child with Bruises of Different Ages 11David L. Eldridge MD 16 Sudden Shortness of Breath after Removal of a Central Line 12Christopher P. Holstege MD 17 “My Eyes Are Yellow!” 13David T. Lawrence DO 18 Pleuritic Chest Pain in a Young Adult Male 13William J. Brady MD 19 Exposed During a Blizzard 14Joseph D. Forrester MD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 20 FAST Evaluation of a Trauma Patient 15John S. Rajkumar MD and James H. Moak MD RDMS 21 Chest Pain with Sudden Cardiac Death 15William J. Brady MD 22 Wrist “Sprain” in a Child 16Jennifer S. Boyle PharmD MD 23 Acute Eye Pain and Blurred Vision in an Elderly Female 17Chris S. Bergstrom MD and Alexander Baer MD 24 Heel Pain Following a Fall 17Jennifer S. Boyle PharmD MD 25 Confluent Rash on a Child 18Sarah E. Winters MD MSCE and Brendan G. Carr MD 26 Bradycardia Following an Herbal Ingestion 18Alexander B. Baer MD 27 A Pain-free Adult with Persistent T Wave Abnormalities 19William J. Brady MD 28 Caustic Ingestion with Cardiotoxic Effects 20Heather A. Borek MD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 29 Chemical Eye Exposure 21Chris S. Bergstrom MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 30 Acute Abdominal Pain in Pregnancy 22James H. Moak MD RDMS and John S. Rajkumar MD 31 Coma Following Head Trauma 22Andrew L. Homer MD and William J. Brady MD 32 Tongue Swelling in a Hypertensive Female 23Kevin S. Barlotta MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 33 Purulent Eye Discharge in an Adult 24Chris S. Bergstrom MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 34 Shoulder Pain Following Direct Blow 24Nathan P. Charlton MD 35 A Gagging Child 25Maureen Chase MD and Worth W. Everett MD 36 Adult Male with a Sudden Severe Headache 25Andrew L. Homer MD and William J. Brady MD 37 New Facial Droop 26Andrew D. Perron MD and Christopher T. Bowe MD 38 Eye Pain After Tree Branch Strike 26Chris S. Bergstrom MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 39 An Elderly Woman with Groin Pain 27Brendan G. Carr MD 40 Rash and Joint Pain in a Child 28Mara L. Becker MD 41 Radiology Findings after Laparoscopy 28Munish Goyal MD 42 Postprandial Abdominal Pain in an Elderly Woman 29Hoi K. Lee MD 43 “Pink Eye” in a Contact Lens Wearer 30Chris S. Bergstrom MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 44 Suspicious Hand Pain 30Rex G. Mathew MD 45 Fever and Rash in a Child 31David L. Eldridge MD 46 An Alcoholic with Dyspnea 31James H. Moak MD RDMS and John S. Rajkumar MD 47 Dark Urine from an Immigrant 32Suzanne M. Shepherd MD 48 Chest Pain and Lead aVR ST Segment Elevation 33William J. Brady MD 49 Hand Pain after Striking a Wall 34William J. Brady MD and Kevin S. Barlotta MD 50 A Refugee with Skin Lesions 35Roger A. Band MD and Jeanmarie Perrone MD 51 Pain out of Proportion to Examination 35J. Michael Kowalski DO and Adam K. Rowden DO 52 Leg Pain Following a Motor Vehicle Collision 36Nathan P. Charlton MD 53 Deformed Globe Following Trauma 36Worth W. Everett MD 54 Foot Pain Following Breaking 37Munish Goyal MD 55 Lamp Oil Ingestion 38David L. Eldridge MD 56 Intermittent Abdominal Pain in a Female 38John S. Rajkumar MD and James H. Moak MD RDMS 57 Hallucinations in a Botanist 39Joseph D. Forrester MD and Christopher Holstege MD 58 Altered Mental Status with an Abnormal Electrocardiogram 40William J. Brady MD 59 Fishing in the Stomach 41Joseph D. Forrester MD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 60 Overdose-induced Boiled Lobster Skin 41Heather A. Borek MD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 61 Back Pain Following a Fall 42Andrew D. Perron MD and Christopher T. Bowe MD 62 Painful Facial Rash 42Chris S. Bergstrom MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 63 Intense Wrist Pain Following Trauma 43Rex G. Mathew MD 64 Fever and Drooling in a Child 44Sarah E. Winters MD MSCE and Brendan G. Carr MD 65 Syncope and Flank Pain in an Elderly Man 44John S. Rajkumar MD and James H. Moak MD RDMS 66 Get Them Undressed! 45Munish Goyal MD 67 A “Blue Hue” Following Endoscopy 46Saumil Vaghela PharmD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 68 Acute-onset Blurred Vision 46Chris S. Bergstrom MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 69 Elbow Pain in a Child After a Fall 47Elizabeth Cochran Ward MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 70 Confusion Anemia and Abdominal Pain in a Toddler 47Christopher P. Holstege MD and Joseph T. Vance 71 A Ground-level Fall with Ankle Pain 48Christopher T. Bowe MD 72 Traumatic Eye Pain and Proptosis 49Chris Bergstrom MD and Alexander Baer MD 73 Diffuse Ankle Pain Following a Fall 49Andrew D. Perron MD and Christopher T. Bowe MD 74 Rash Following Brush Fire 50Christopher P. Holstege MD and Alejandro C. Stella MD 75 Abdominal Pain in a Trauma Victim 51Esther H. Chen MD 76 Skin Target Lesion 51Mara L. Becker MD 77 Chest Pain and a Confounding Electrocardiogram Pattern 52William J. Brady MD 78 Sudden Sedation in a Student 53David T. Lawrence DO 79 Skin Lesions in a Comatose Patient 53Christopher P. Holstege MD and Matthew D. Wilson MD 80 Raccoon Eyes 54Angela M. Mills MD 81 Fall on an Outstretched Hand in a Young Adolescent 55William Brady MD and Kevin S. Barlotta MD 82 Eye Pain and Facial Swelling 55Adam K. Rowden DO and Chris S. Bergstrom MD 83 Wrist Pain Following Fall on an Outstretched Hand 56William J. Brady MD and Kevin S. Barlotta MD 84 Rash on a Child with Epilepsy 56Heather A. Borek MD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 85 Abdominal Pain in an Alcoholic 57Angela M. Mills MD 86 Chest Pain with Electrocardiographic ST Segment and T Wave Abnormalities 58William J. Brady MD 87 A Heroin Abuser with Multiple Skin Lesions 58Christopher P. Holstege MD and Ashley L. Harvin MD 88 Chest Pain in a Middle-aged Male Patient with ST Segment Elevation 59William J. Brady MD 89 Fire Victim with Hoarseness 60Kathryn Mutter MD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 90 A Gardener with a Non-healing Rash 60Roger A. Band MD and Steve Larson MD 91 A Bite to the Leg in Tall Grass 61Alejandro C. Stella MD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 92 An Elderly Man with Diffuse Facial Edema 62Kevin S. Barlotta MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 93 Acute-onset Double Vision 62Chris S. Bergstrom MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 94 Low Back Pain in a Car Accident Victim 63Edward G. Walsh MD and William J. Brady MD 95 Pain and Rash Following Contact with a Caterpillar 64Nathan P. Charlton MD and Mairin Smith MD 96 Moonshine-induced Basal Ganglion Necrosis and Metabolic Acidosis 64Nathan P. Charlton MD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 97 A Rock Climber with Finger Pain Swelling and Redness 65Joseph D. Forrester MD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 98 Vomiting and Syncope Following Ingestion of Ramps 66Christopher P. Holstege MD and Justin H. Price MD 99 Chest Pain and Subtle ST Segment Elevation 66William J. Brady MD 100 Herbalist with Bradycardia and Vision Changes 67William J. Brady MD 101 Painless Penile Ulcer 68Andrea L. Neimann MD 102 Hyperthermia Autonomic Instability and Confusion in a Traveler 68Christopher P. Holstege MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 103 An Immigrant with Neck Swelling 69Suzanne M. Shepherd MD and William H. Shoff MD 104 Eyelid Laceration Following a Brawl 70Chris S. Bergstrom MD and Alexander B. Baer MD 105 Young Athlete with Back Pain 71Edward G. Walsh MD and William J. Brady MD 106 Chest Pain and Hypotension in an Adult Male Patient 71William J. Brady MD 107 Adult Male with Atraumatic Lower Back Pain and Leg Weakness 72William J. Brady MD 108 Facial Swelling in a Patient with Poor Dentition 73Alexander B. Baer MD and Christopher P. Holstege MD 109 Weakness and Bradycardia in an Elderly Female Patient 73William J. Brady MD 110 Lightning Strike Induced Skin Changes 74Christopher P. Holstege MD Part II Answers Diagnoses and Discussion 75 Index 183

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Book SynopsisEverything you need to know about diagnosis -- in a book that fits inside your pocket -- Taylor’s Differential Diagnosis Manual is your must-have primary care handbook. Easy to reference and succinct, this book can be referenced at the point of care to verify or help you make an accurate diagnosis. It was authored precisely with the fast-paced clinical environment in mind. With more than 140 chapters organized according to condition and diagnosis, each section of this manual serves as a stand-alone text on each condition -- leading to more accurate diagnosis and better patient care.A new, user-friendly third edition reflects the latest in clinical practice, and covers everything from mental health to the nervous system to the female reproductive system. Don’t miss out on the new edition of this essential diagnostic tool.Features:Chapter structure organized by organ system, further broken into symptoms so you can quickly find what you neTable of Contents1. PRINCIPLES OF THE 10-MINUTE DIAGNOSISRobert B. Taylor2. UNDIFFERENTIATED PROBLEMSRichard H. Hurd2.1 Anorexia2.2 Dizziness2.3 Edema2.4 Falls2.5 Fatigue2.6 Fever2.7 Headaches2.8 Hypersomnia2.9 Insomnia2.10 Nausea and Vomiting2.11 Night Sweats2.12 Syncope2.13 Weight Loss3. MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMSJim Medder3.1 Anxiety3.2 Bipolar Disorder3.3 Depression3.4 Suicide Risk4. PROBLEMS RELATED TO THE NERVOUS SYSTEMDouglas Inciarte4.1 Ataxia4.2 Coma4.3 Delirium4.4 Dementia4.5 Memory Impairment4.6 Paresthesia and Dysesthesia4.7 Seizures4.8 Stroke4.9 Tremors5. EYE PROBLEMSShou Ling Leong5.1 Blurred Vision5.2 Corneal Foreign Body and Corneal Abrasion5.3 Diplopia5.4 Loss of Vision5.5 Nystagmus5.6 Papilledema5.7 Pupillary Inequality5.8 Red Eye5.9 Scotomata6. EAR, NOSE AND THROAT PROBLEMSFrank s. Celestino6.1 Halitosis6.2 Hearing Loss6.3 Hoarseness6.4 Nosebleed6.5 Pharyngitis6.6 Rhinitis6.7 Stomatitis6.8 Thinnitus6.9 Virtigo7. CARDIOVASCULAR PROBLEMSMindy Lacey7.1 Atypical Chest Pain7.2 Anticoagulation7.3 Chest Pain7.4 Bradycardia7.5 Cardiomegaly7.6 Congestive Hearth Failure7.7 Heart Murmurs, Diastolic7.8 Heart Murmurs, Systolic7.9 Hypertension7.10 Palpitations7.11 pericardial Friction Rub7.12 Raynaud’s Disease7.13 Tachycardia8. RESPIRATORY PROBLEMSChristopher Bunt8.1 Cough8.2 Cyanosis8.3 Hemoptysis8.4 Pleural Effusion8.5 Pleuritic Pain8.6 Pneumothorax8.7 Shortness of Breath8.8 Stridor8.9 Wheezing9. GASTROINTESTINAL PROBLEMSRichard Fruehling9.1 Abdominal Pain9.2 Ascites9.3 Constipation9.4 Diarrhea9.5 Dysphagia9.6 Epigastric Distress9.7 Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding9.8 Hepatitis9.9 Hepatomegaly9.10 Jaundice9.11 Rectal Bleeding9.12 Steatorrhea10. RENAL AND UROLOGIC PROBLEMSDavid Quillen10.1 Dysuria10.2 Hematuria10.3 impotence10.4 Urinary Incontinence in Adults10.5 Nocturia10.6 Oliguria and Anuria10.7 Priapism10.8 Scrotal Mass10.9 Scrotal Pain10.10 Urethral Discharge11. PROBLEMS RELATED TO THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEMSanjeev Sharma11.1 Amenorrhea11.2 Breast Mass11.3 Chronic Pelvic Pain11.4 Dysmenorrhea11.5 Dyspareunia11.6 Menorrhagia11.7 Nipple Discharge in the Nonpregnant Female11.8 Pap Smear Abnormality11.9 Postmenopausal Bleeding11.10 Vaginal Discharge12. MUSCULOSKELETAL PROBLEMSAllison M. Cullan12.1 Arthralgia12.2 Calf Pain12.3 Hip Pain12.4 Knee Pain12.5 Low Back Pain12.6 Monoarticular Joint Pain12.7 Neck Pain12.8 Polymyalgia12.9 Shoulder Pain13. DERMATOLOGIC PROBLEMSHassan Galadari13.1 Alopecia13.2 Erythema Multiforme13.3 Maculopapular Rash13.4 Pigmentation Disorders13.5 Pruritis13.6 Rash Accompanied by Fever13.7 Urticaria13.8 Vesicular and Bullous Eruptions14. ENDOCRINE AND METABOLIC PROBLEMSArwa Nasir14.1 Diabetes Mellitus14.2 Gynecomastia14.3 Hirsutism14.4 Hypothyroidism14.5 Polydipsia14.6 Thyroid Enlargement/Goiter14.7 Thyroid Nodule14.8 Hyperthyroidism/Thyrotoxicosis14.9 Vitamin D Deficiency15. VASCULAR AND LYMPHATIC SYSTEM PROBLEMSAshley Falk15.1 Lymphadenopathy, Generalized15.2 Lymphadenopathy, Localized15.3 Petechiae and Purpura15.4 Splenomegaly16. LABORATORY ABNORMALITIES: HEMATOLOGY AND URINE DETERMINATIONSCarol A. LaCroix16.1 Anemia16.2 Eosinophilia16.3 Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate and C-Reactive Protein16.4 Neutropenia16.5 Polycythemia16.6 Proteinuria16.7 Thrombocytopenia17. LABORATORY ABNORMALITIES: BLOOD CHEMISTRY AND IMMUNOLOGYNate Falk17.1 Alkaline Phosphatase, Elevated17.2 Aminotransferase Levels, Elevated17.3 Antinuclear Antibody Titer, Elevated17.4 Brain Natriuretic peptide17.5 Creatinine, Elevated17.6 D-Dimer17.7 Hypercalcemia17.8 Hyperkalemia17.9 Hypokalemia18.DIAGNOSITIC IMAGING ABNORMALITIESEnrique S. Fernandez18.1 Abnormal Mammogram18.2 Bone Cyst18.3 Mediastinal Mass18.4 Osteopenia18.5 Solitary Pulmonary Nodule

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Book SynopsisSucceed on internal medicine board certification and recertification exams with Cleveland Clinic Intensive Board Review of Internal Medicine, 6e! The new edition contains ancillary and online exclusive content, drawing from the expertise of the distinguished Cleveland Clinic faculty. Taking a more clinical approach than other review texts, this practical resource includes a unique and well-structured set of exercises that offer a challenge at the end of each chapter. · Master essential concepts of the major subspecialty areas in internal medicine with expert information, clinical vignettes, and coverage of crucial clinical points in each chapter.· Streamline your study with the book’s emphasis on the facts and scenarios most likely to be encountered in internal medicine boards.· Build your confidence, competence, and test-taking skills through online board exam simulations that integrate relevant clinical cases, pathology,

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Book SynopsisPractitioners and students: see and hear breath and heart sounds with remarkable clarity while perfecting your auscultation technique.Auscultation Skills: Breath & Heart Sounds, Fifth Edition, pinpoints exactly how, where, and why breath and heart sounds occur and helps you to differentiate normal from abnormal sounds quickly and accurately. Loaded with clear explanations, colorful illustrations, and linked to online audio cues, this sensational reference spans the simple to the complex and serves as an excellent tool for beginning practitioners and seasoned clinicians who are looking to hone their diagnostic skills and improve their auscultation technique. This compact, practical book will improve your ability to auscultate for heart and breath sounds, and enhance your understanding of their physiology. Throughout, the book references corresponding tracks on the accompanying website, enabling users to listen to the sounds immediately after reading aTable of ContentsONE Heart sound fundamentals1 THE HEART AND AUSCULTATIONPretest, Anatomy and physiology, Traditional auscultatory areas, Alternative auscultatory areas, Auscultatory techniques, Enhancement techniques, Posttest2 HEART SOUND DYNAMICSPretest, Heart sound origins, Basic heart sounds, Depolarization and repolarization, Documenting heart sounds, PosttestTWO Normal heart sounds3 THE FIRST HEART SOUNDPretest, Normal S1, Abnormal S1 split, Posttest4 THE SECOND HEART SOUNDPretest, Normal S2, S2 split sounds, Posttest5 THE THIRD AND FOURTH HEART SOUNDSPretest, Ventricular filling sounds, Third heart sound, Fourth heart sound, S3 and S4: Similarities and differences, PosttestTHREE Abnormal heart sounds6 OTHER DIASTOLIC AND SYSTOLIC SOUNDSPretest, Opening snaps, Systolic ejection sounds, Posttest7 MURMUR FUNDAMENTALSPretest, Turbulent blood flow, Characteristics, Posttest8 SYSTOLIC MURMURSPretest, Anatomy and physiology, Systolic ejection murmurs, Ventricular outflow obstruction murmurs, Systolic regurgitation murmurs, Ventricular septal defect murmur, Posttest9 DIASTOLIC MURMURSPretest, Anatomy and physiology, Aortic regurgitation murmurs, Pulmonic regurgitation murmurs, Other diastolic murmurs, Posttest10 CONTINUOUS MURMURSPretest, Two causes, Cervical venous hum murmurs, Patent ductus arteriosus murmurs, Posttest11 OTHER AUSCULTATORY SOUNDSPretest, Prosthetic valve sounds and murmurs, Aortic prosthetic valves, Mitral prosthetic valves, Pericardial friction rubs, Mediastinal crunch, PosttestFOUR Breath sound fundamentals12 THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM AND AUSCULTATIONPretest, Anatomy and physiology, The mechanics of breathing, Auscultatory areas, Auscultatory techniques, Posttest13 INTRODUCTION TO BREATH SOUNDSPretest, Breath sound production, Terminology, Documenting auscultation findings, Posttest "FIVE Normal breath sounds14 BREATH SOUNDS HEARD IN HEALTHY INDIVIDUALSPretest, Anatomy and physiology, PosttestSIX Abnormal breath sounds15 BRONCHIAL BREATH SOUNDSPretest, Sound production, Posttest16 ABNORMAL VOICE SOUNDSPretest, Sound production, Posttest17 ABSENT AND DIMINISHED BREATH SOUNDSPretest, Sound production, Posttest "SEVEN Other abnormal breath sounds18 CLASSIFYING ADVENTITIOUS SOUNDSPretest, Confusion over terminology, Current classification system, Posttest19 ADVENTITIOUS SOUNDS: CRACKLESPretest, Sound production, Documentation, Late inspiratory crackles, Early inspiratory and expiratory crackles, Pleural crackles, Posttest20 ADVENTITIOUS SOUNDS: WHEEZESPretest, Sound production, Expiratory polyphonic wheezes, Fixed monophonic wheezes, Sequential inspiratory wheezes, Random monophonic wheezes, Stridor, PosttestAuscultation findings for common disordersAssessment flowcharts for common auscultation findingsEnglish-Spanish phrases used in cardiac and respiratory assessmentPosttest answersSelected readingsGlossaryIndex

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Book SynopsisUnderstand the nurse’s role in performing, evaluating, or assisting with lab and diagnostic tests with Nurse’s Quick Reference to Common Laboratory & Diagnostic Tests, 6e . Using a consistent, easy-to-use format, this full color, portable quick reference provides an alphabetical listing of common laboratory and diagnostic tests, along with nursing interventions. The book offers a unique focus on the nurse’s role at every stage in the process, including pre-test, intra-test, and post-test periods. An alphabetical listing of common laboratory and diagnostic tests gives you fingertip access to key information. A full color standard format for each test makes finding specific information quick and easy. Free resources for instructors, including the fully searchable text online for on-the-go access.

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Book SynopsisEssential, required reading for doctors and patients alike: A Pulitzer Prize-winning author and one of the world’s premiere cancer researchers reveals an urgent philosophy on the little-known principles that govern medicine—and how understanding these principles can empower us all.Over a decade ago, when Siddhartha Mukherjee was a young, exhausted, and isolated medical resident, he discovered a book that would forever change the way he understood the medical profession. The book, The Youngest Science, forced Dr. Mukherjee to ask himself an urgent, fundamental question: Is medicine a “science”? Sciences must have laws—statements of truth based on repeated experiments that describe some universal attribute of nature. But does medicine have laws like other sciences? Dr. Mukherjee has spent his career pondering this question—a question that would ultimately produce some of most serious thinking he would do around the tenets

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Book SynopsisComprehensive and practical, the freshly updated Anatomical Chart Company Atlas of Pathophysiology, 4th Edition , offers nearly 450 illustrations that demonstrate the causes, symptoms, and progression of more than 200 disorders.Clear and simple explanations of each disorder are followed by rationales for proven clinical interventions. This backup to classroom texts is also a handy on-the-unit reference for nurses and other healthcare professionals, and support for patient education.At-a-glance answers—and the right interventions—for more than 200 disorders in a quick-read format … NEW includes a free eBook download see details below NEWand updated content illustrating and explaining the most common conditions, with topics presented alphabetically: Central concepts—cells, cancer, infection, genetics, and fluids and electrolytes Disorders affecting each bo

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Book Synopsis Advance your differential diagnostic skills!For more than three decades, Differential Diagnosis and Treatment in Primary Care has helped primary care practitioners to systematically approach the differential diagnosis of the symptoms and signs they see in practice. Organized into categories such as pain, mass, bloody discharge, non-bloody discharge, functional changes, and abnormal laboratory results, this bestselling clinical reference helps you apply your basic science knowledge to consider all the possible causes of each symptom, and then take the appropriate steps to determine which one is most likely. Apply the latest knowledge due to comprehensive updates throughout the text, including new signs and symptoms, new and expanded case histories, updated diagnostic tests, and more. Interact with patients more effectively with a new section on bedside manner, and get therapeutic guidance from a new section on the treat

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Book SynopsisDiagnostic Lymph Node Pathology presents a logical and systematic approach to lymph node biopsies and guides general pathologists and haematopathologists alike through the maze of differential diagnoses, enabling them to reach an accurate diagnosis.The book is presented in an easy-to-read format and contains boxes for quick reference detailing the clinical, morphological, immunohistochemical, and genetic features of each entity. Thoroughly revised, the third edition also includes more than 300 high-quality histological colour photographs along with updated references.This edition covers both classical and less well-known features of individual disease processes. It is a valuable guide for both professionals and trainees. Trade ReviewPraise for the First Edition"... The chapters are well proportioned with succinct, lucid and reader-friendly text. The lesions are generously illustrated and all the photographs (H&E, immunostains and electron micrographs) are of superb quality."—HistopathologyTable of ContentsHandling of Lymph Node Biopsies, Diagnostic Procedures and Recognition of Lymph Node Patterns. Normal/Reactive Lymph Nodes: Structure and Cells. Reactive and Infective Lymphadenopathy. Precursor B- and T-Cell Lymphomas. Mature B-Cell Lymphomas. T-Cell Lymphomas. Immunodeficiency-Associated Lymphoproliferative Disorders. Hodgkin Lymphoma. Histiocytic and Dendritic Cell Neoplasms, Mastocytosis and Myeloid Sarcoma. Non-Haematolymphoid Tumours of Lymph Nodes. Needle (Trephine) Core Biopsies of Lymph Nodes. Appendix: Immunohistochemical Markers Used in Diagnosis of Lymphoproliferative Conditions.

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Book SynopsisSince the publication of the first edition of the Handbook in 2002, optical methods for biomedical diagnostics have developed in many well-established directions, and new trends have also appeared. To encompass all current methods, the text has been updated and expanded into two volumes.Volume 1: Light - Tissue Interaction features eleven chapters, five of which focus on the fundamental physics of light propagation in turbid media such as biological tissues. The six following chapters introduce near-infrared techniques for the optical study of tissues and provide a snapshot of current applications and developments in this dynamic and exciting field. Topics include the scattering of light in disperse systems, the optics of blood, tissue phantoms, a comparison between time-resolved and continuous-wave methods, and optoacoustics.Volume 2: Methods begins by describing the basic principles and diagnostic applications of optical techniques based on detecting and processing the scattering, fluorescence, FT IR, and Raman spectroscopic signals from various tissues, with an emphasis on blood, epithelial tissues, and human skin. The second half of the volume discusses specific imaging technologies, such as Doppler, laser speckle, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and fluorescence and photoacoustic imaging.

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Book SynopsisThe knowledge of the morphofunctional features from the coronary microcirculation is essential for understanding its role in cardiac physiological work and in the pathogenesis of coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD). The cardiovascular system comprises the heart and blood vessels, including arteries, veins, and capillaries, both systemic and pulmonary. Arterioles are the primary site of vascular resistance and have only one to two layers of smooth muscular walls. Chapter One will provide an overview of the coronary microcirculation, its functions and regulatory mechanisms. The importance of CMD will be summarised in the context of diverse clinic scenarios, considering its pathogenesis, assessment and therapeutic management. The purpose of Chapter Two is to understand the role of arteriolar endothelial dysfunction in CVDs and its underlying mechanisms. Chapter Three will explore the physiopathology, epidemiology, and the diagnosis and treatment of hypertensive retinopathy. Chapter Four reports on angiogenesis, a critical process for reproduction in mammals, which consists of arterioles and blood vessels formation from the existing ones.

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Book SynopsisThis reference book equips readers with cutting-edge information on the many advances in diagnostic and therapeutic treatments for human diseases that have been made in recent years, with examples from laboratory medicine. Diagnostic procedures and treatment protocols are a critical part of the health care system, providing dynamic information that influences provider decisions with respect to disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment procedures, and management of the disease. With advances in medical technologies over the past few decades, diagnostics have become even more essential to the practice of medicine for personalised diagnosis and treatment. Developments in health care technologies have extended the survival prospects of persons all over the globe. Once serious conditions have become considerably easier to manage and even cure in numerous cases. Constant laboratory investigations in the health sciences have expanded the quality of treatment, life-expectancy, as well as the quality of life for patients. In this book, readers will find a detailed discussion of new methodologies in treating diseases, including 3D technology, and prediction of chronic diseases using computation techniques, which provide promising avenues for the diagnosis, treatment, and prophylaxis of diseases.

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Book SynopsisWestern medicine treats sick patients like broken machines -- figure out what is physically wrong, fix it, and send the patient on their way. But humans are not machines. When we are ill, we experience our illness: we become scared, distressed, tired, weary. Our illnesses are not just biological conditions, but human ones.It was Arthur Kleinman, a Harvard psychiatrist and anthropologist, who saw this truth when most of his fellow doctors did not. Based on decades of clinical experience studying and treating chronic illness, The Illness Narratives makes a case for interpreting the illness experience of patients as a core feature of doctoring.Before Being Mortal or The Body Keeps the Score, there was The Illness Narratives. It remains today a prescient and passionate case for bridging the gap between patient and practitioner.

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewFinally, a highly readable, practical guide for physicians that focuses on the ordering of laboratory tests based on the underlying clinical context. A valuable resource that promises to advance health care quality through promoting patient-centred, appropriate care.--Richard G. Hegele, MD, FRCPC, PhD -- Professor & Chair, Dept. of Laboratory Medicine & Pathobiology, University of Toronto; Chief, Dept. of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine, The Hospital for Sick Children Appropriate utilization of clinical laboratory tests is an important part of practicing medicine in the 21st century. Dr. Naugler has done an excellent job by providing the most up-to-date information in a relatively complicated subject in an easy-to-follow format.--Hossein Sadrzadeh, PhD, DABCC, FACB -- Chief, Clinical Biochemistry Section, Calgary Laboratory Services; Clinical Professor, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Calgary "This is a great book to have handy when questioned about the most appropriate laboratory testing strategy for diagnosis or management. Your reputation as an expert consultant will dramatically increase. Get it!" -- Valerie Ng, PhD, MD (Alameda County Medical Center/Highland Hospital) Doody Review: 94/100 "This is a great book to have handy when questioned about the most appropriate laboratory testing strategy for diagnosis or management. Your reputation as an expert consultant will dramatically increase. Get it!" - Valerie Ng, PhD, MD (Alameda County Medical Center/Highland Hospital) Doody Review: 94/100 Doody Review: 94/100 This is a great book to have handy when questioned about the most appropriate laboratory testing strategy for diagnosis or management. Your reputation as an expert consultant will dramatically increase. Get it! Valerie Ng, PhD, MD (Alameda County Medical Center/Highland Hospital)" Doody Review: 4 Stars, 94/100 ?This is a great book to have handy when questioned about the most appropriate laboratory testing strategy for diagnosis or management. Your reputation as an expert consultant will dramatically increase. Get it! - Valerie Ng, PhD, MD, Alameda County Medical Center/Highland Hospital Doody Review: 4 Stars, 94/100 This is a great book to have handy when questioned about the most appropriate laboratory testing strategy for diagnosis or management. Your reputation as an expert consultant will dramatically increase. Get it! - Valerie Ng, PhD, MD, Alameda County Medical Center/Highland Hospital Doody Review: 4 Stars, 94/100 ?This is a great book to have handy when questioned about the most appropriate laboratory testing strategy for diagnosis or management. Your reputation as an expert consultant will dramatically increase. Get it! - Valerie Ng, PhD, MD, Alameda County Medical Center/Highland Hospital

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