Little new has been introduced into the armamentarium for asthma therapy in the last thirty years apart from improvements in b2-adrenoceptor agonists, corticosteroids and cysteinyl leukotriene antagonists However, the introduction of a fully humanised monoclonal antibody to immunoglobulin E (IgE) (omalizumab ... more »

Concentrating on the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) through various different forms of treatment, this concise and practical handbook also covers causes and pathology of COPD, investigations and prevention. more »

An increasing number of dental practitioners are considering dental implants in the treatment of their patients. The range of applications, protocol variations, the complexity of implant systems and related management have all increased dramatically over the last decade, and this may be bewildering to ... more »

This comprehensive book gives a systematic approach to managing acute patients, from basic procedures to the specific treatments for different conditions. Based on the Advanced Life Support Group course MedicALS, it is a tried and tested guide appropriate for all emergency staff, as well as those likely ... more »

The Most Comprehensive Resource Available on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Hypothyroidism For millions of Americans, hypothyroidism often goes untreated ... or is treated improperly. This book, thoroughly researched by the nation's top thyroid patient advocate -- a hypothyroidism patient herself -- ... more »

... -based medicine & statistics, medical ethics, medical genetics, medical malpractice, the placebo response and much more.   Features: ***Tons of pearls in dealing with difficult physician-patient communication situations and the art of medicine.  Also includes a detailed review of complementary ... more »

Product Info This handbook bridges the gap between the colorectal surgeon, the stoma nurse and the dermatologist more »

This course book gives guidance on life-threatening emergencies in children. It incorporates subjects such as recognition of the seriously ill child, basic life support, shock, and the structured approach to the seriously injured child. Contents: Introduction Life Support The Seriously Ill Child The ... more »

Product Info This user-friendly text enables nurses to recognise, rationalise and remedy the common problems using both a multi-systems and evidence based approach. more »

Blitzschnell gefunden: Das Wörterbuch enthält den aktuellen medizinischen Wortschatz in einem übersichtlichen, benutzerfreundlichen Layout. Über 53.000 Stichwörter aus allen Bereichen der Medizin mit knapper Definition, Begriffserklärung, Synonymen lassen kaum eine Frage offen. Plus anschauliche anatomische ... more »

What Do the Best-Trained Doctors Do to Beat Heart Disease? In today's avalanche of medical information, how can you distinguish between proven evidence and unfounded claims? This is the first book to translate key medical data into clear guidelines capturing the highest treatment standards for heart ... more »

HIV/AIDS is a scary subject. Not only can it destroy a body but it can also destroy a family, friendships, and even a community. Nobody likes to talk about it, but ignoring the problem won't make it go away. In fact, what you don't know can hurt you and somebody else. The only way we can overcome this ... more »