Medical Books

This book is a completely revised new edition of the definitive reference on d... This book is a completely revised new edition of the definitive reference on disorders of hemoglobin. Authored by world-renowned experts the book focuses on basic science aspects and clinical features of hemoglobinopathies covering diagnosis... more

The striatum is the principal input structure of the basal ganglia. Numericall... The striatum is the principal input structure of the basal ganglia. Numerically the great majority of neurons in the striatum are spiny projection neurons which produce the inhibitory output of the striatum to the globus pallidum and substantia... more

Here is a glimpse at the future of bone marrow derived stem cells in cardiac r... Here is a glimpse at the future of bone marrow derived stem cells in cardiac repair. The updated chapters in this second edition expound the biologic underpinnings of subjects including hematopoietic cell transplantation immunobiology and... more

The aim of this textbook of molecular imaging is to provide an up to date revi... The aim of this textbook of molecular imaging is to provide an up to date review of this rapidly growing field and to discuss basic methodological aspects necessary for the interpretation of experimental and clinical results. Emphasis is placed on... more

In this book Jacqueline Saw and international experts on carotid artery stenti... In this book Jacqueline Saw and international experts on carotid artery stenting discuss in depth the details of all contemporary aspects of carotid stenting. They review supporting studies guidelines technical perspectives and peri-procedural... more

Aspergillosis is an infection or allergic response caused by the fungus Asperg... Aspergillosis is an infection or allergic response caused by the fungus Aspergillus. Aspergillus conidia are widely dispersed in the environment and can easily reach human lungs and/or paranasal sinuses: most people inhale Aspergillosis spores every... more

This volume is a one-source guide to the most current information about red bl... This volume is a one-source guide to the most current information about red blood cell formation and the action of recombinant human erythropoietins. Topics in the fields of erythropoiesis recombinant protein discovery and production and treatment... more

Pediatric Urology: A General Urologist s Guide Pediatric Urology: A General Urologist s Guide more

Authors and Co-Authors of Volume 4 Preface Contents of Volume 1 2 and 3 PART I... Authors and Co-Authors of Volume 4 Preface Contents of Volume 1 2 and 3 PART I. COLORECTAL CANCER 1. INTRODUCTION: COLORECTAL CANCER M.A. Hayat INTRODUCTION Screening for Colorectal Cancer Treatment Rectal Cancer REFERENCES A. Diagnosis 2. POORLY... more

Considerable progress has been made in our healthcare system in particular wit... Considerable progress has been made in our healthcare system in particular with respect to sensitive diagnostic tools reagents and very effective and precise drugs. On the other hand high-throughput screening technology can screen vast numbers of... more

The 8th volume in the Proteases in Biology and Disease series focuses on the r... The 8th volume in the Proteases in Biology and Disease series focuses on the role of proteases in virus function and their potential as anti-viral targets. Viral infections are still difficult to threat and some remained life-threatening diseases in... more

Ischemic brain damage represents a major source of morbidity and mortality in ... Ischemic brain damage represents a major source of morbidity and mortality in westernized society and poses a significant financial burden on the health care system. To date few effective therapies have been realized. Recent evidence however... more

Based on the understanding of the molecular basis of skin diseases this truly ... Based on the understanding of the molecular basis of skin diseases this truly international book supports the reader to understand the mode of action of new and established therapies. Thus by explaining the molecular pathology with its applications... more

Chronic kidney disease with a worldwide prevalence of 10% in the general popul... Chronic kidney disease with a worldwide prevalence of 10% in the general population is emerging as a major public health priority. Renal dysfunction is associated with a high risk for cardiovascular complications. The relationship between renal... more

Thiamine deficiency and related clinical disorders represent an intriguing are... Thiamine deficiency and related clinical disorders represent an intriguing area of both basic and clinical investigation. Modern imaging strategies have facilitated the rapid treatment and potential reversal of these clinical disorders. The fusion... more

Oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes had been traditionally studied in the con... Oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes had been traditionally studied in the context of cell proliferation differentiation senescence and survival four relatively cell-autonomous processes. Consequently in the late 80s-early 90s neoplastic growth was... more

This volume contains the text of the presentations delivered at the Internatio... This volume contains the text of the presentations delivered at the International Symposium on Rare Diseases Inherited Neuromuscular Diseases: Translation from Pathomechanisms to Therapies held in Valencia Spain from November 16 to 18 2008. The... more

Standard radiography of the chest remains one of the most widely used imaging ... Standard radiography of the chest remains one of the most widely used imaging modalities but it can be difficult to interpret. The possibility of producing cross-sectional reformatted 2D and 3D images with CT makes this technique an ideal tool for... more

Endocrine Neoplasia is a comprehensive updated and clearly-written text coveri... Endocrine Neoplasia is a comprehensive updated and clearly-written text covering the diseases for which endocrine surgical expertise is often needed. We look towards advances in the science and the art of endocrine surgery to continuously improve... more

Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Targeted Therapy provides a detailed repository of t... Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Targeted Therapy provides a detailed repository of the latest information regarding HCC epidemiology diagnosis imaging pathology staging and treatment options. This volume also provides an up-to-date guide for treatment... more